Aluminium Pigments Market Size and Outlook 2031

Report Description

Forecast Period	2027-2031
Market Size (2025)	USD 182.55 Million
CAGR (2026-2031)	6.64%
Fastest Growing Segment	Powder
Largest Market	Asia Pacific
Market Size (2031)	USD 268.47 Million

Market Overview

The Global Aluminium Pigments Market will grow from USD 182.55 Million in 2025 to USD 268.47 Million by 2031 at a 6.64% CAGR. Aluminium pigments are specialized metallic flakes produced from aluminum powder, designed to impart aesthetic brilliance and functional properties like heat reflection to coatings, plastics, and inks. The primary drivers supporting market growth include the expanding automotive sector necessitating high-quality metallic finishes and the construction industry’s increasing reliance on protective and energy-efficient roof coatings. Furthermore, the packaging sector contributes significantly through the rising consumption of metallic printing inks intended to enhance product shelf appeal.

A substantial challenge impeding market expansion involves strict environmental regulations and safety risks associated with the flammability and volatile organic compound emissions of solvent-based pigment grades. Indicating the strong underlying industrial momentum for the material's feedstock, according to the Metal Powder Industries Federation, in 2025, estimated North American aluminum powder shipments for 2024 increased by 22.6% to 26,303 metric tons. This data reflects the resilient demand for aluminum particulates despite the regulatory pressures facing the broader chemical and coatings landscape.

Key Market Drivers

Surging demand for automotive OEM and refinish coatings acts as a primary catalyst for the market, as manufacturers increasingly utilize metallic flakes for premium aesthetic finishes and corrosion resistance. The shift toward electric vehicles intensifies the need for specialized, lightweight coating solutions that utilize aluminium pigments for heat management and distinct visual branding. This trajectory is supported by the recovery in vehicle manufacturing rates which directly drives coating consumption. According to the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association, February 2024, in the 'Economic and Market Report: Full-year 2023', EU passenger car production increased by 11.3% in 2023 compared to the previous year, signaling a robust revitalization in manufacturing dependent on these coating systems.

The expansion of global construction and architectural infrastructure activities further propels market uptake, particularly through the application of aluminium-based reflective roof coatings and durable exterior facade paints. These pigments are essential for developing energy-efficient building materials that reflect solar radiation, reducing cooling costs in commercial projects. According to the Aluminum Association, August 2024, in the 'Building the Future' report, 62% of building and construction professionals surveyed expect their use of aluminum to grow in the coming years. Additionally, raw material availability remains critical for downstream pigment synthesis. According to the International Aluminium Institute, in 2024, global primary aluminium production reached 6.13 million metric tonnes in May, ensuring a consistent feedstock supply for manufacturers.

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Key Market Challenges

Strict environmental regulations regarding volatile organic compound emissions and safety risks linked to flammability are substantial impediments to the global aluminium pigments market. Regulatory bodies are enforcing tighter limits on solvent-based coatings, compelling manufacturers to transition toward waterborne alternatives. This shift presents a technical barrier because aluminium flakes react with water to release hydrogen gas, requiring expensive encapsulation technologies to prevent package bloating. Consequently, producers face increased research and development costs and operational complexities to ensure compliance while attempting to maintain the aesthetic performance traditionally achieved by restricted solvent-based grades.

These safety mandates also impose significant logistical burdens that erode profit margins. The classification of solvent-rich aluminium pastes as hazardous materials necessitates specialized storage, explosion-proof processing equipment, and compliant transportation, all of which elevate overhead expenses significantly compared to non-hazardous alternatives. This regulatory bottleneck restricts the market's ability to fully capitalize on available raw materials. For instance, according to the International Aluminium Institute, in 2024, global primary aluminium production reached 66.5 million tonnes from January to November. Despite this ample feedstock availability, the rigid compliance landscape hampers the seamless expansion of standard pigment applications in strictly regulated regions.

Key Market Trends

The shift toward chrome-like finishes as electroplating alternatives is reshaping the market, driven by regulations banning hazardous hexavalent chromium. Manufacturers are transitioning to Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) aluminium pigments, which deliver a mirror-like aesthetic without the environmental risks of galvanic plating. This substitution is vigorous in sectors where sustainable, premium metallic effects are paramount. Highlighting the robust expansion in this segment, according to Altana AG, March 2025, in the 'Report on the Business Year 2024', its ECKART division achieved sales of €434 million, marking a significant 24% increase bolstered by the strategic acquisition of Silberline to consolidate manufacturing capabilities.

Simultaneously, the development of radar-transparent pigments for autonomous mobility has become a critical priority. As vehicles integrate ADAS with sensors behind fascias, traditional conductive aluminium pigments are being replaced by non-conductive metallic flakes that prevent signal attenuation. This innovation allows OEMs to maintain metallic aesthetics while ensuring sensor functionality. The enduring demand for such finishes is evident; according to Axalta Coating Systems, December 2025, in the '2025 Global Automotive Color Popularity Report', Gray—a key application for these advanced pigments—maintained its status as a top choice, commanding a 22% share of the global automotive market.

Segmental Insights

Based on recent market intelligence, the Powder segment constitutes the fastest-growing category in the Global Aluminium Pigments Market, driven by a decisive industrial pivot towards sustainable coating technologies. This upward trajectory is primarily influenced by stringent environmental mandates from regulatory bodies, such as the European Chemicals Agency, which aim to reduce Volatile Organic Compound emissions. Unlike solvent-heavy pastes, powder pigments facilitate the production of solvent-free powder coatings, which are increasingly favored in the automotive and architectural sectors. Manufacturers prioritize this segment for its ability to ensure regulatory compliance and operational safety while delivering durable, high-performance metallic finishes.

Regional Insights

Asia Pacific dominates the Global Aluminium Pigments Market, primarily driven by its status as a central manufacturing hub for key end-use industries. The region witnesses substantial demand from the automotive sector, where escalating vehicle production in China and India necessitates high volumes of metallic finishes for OEM and refinish coatings. Simultaneously, rapid urbanization and infrastructure projects fuel the consumption of architectural coatings containing these pigments. Furthermore, the expanding packaging and printing ink sectors rely heavily on aluminium pigments to enhance product aesthetics, collectively securing the region’s market leadership.

Recent Developments

In December 2024, Eckart entered into a strategic joint venture with Runaya to establish a new manufacturing facility in India focused on sustainable aluminium solutions. The partnership included a commitment to produce spherical atomized aluminium granules and a Memorandum of Understanding to manufacture high-quality aluminium pigments. The collaboration prioritized sustainability by planning the use of recycled aluminium and renewable energy sources in the production process. This initiative aimed to serve the rising demand for high-end applications in sectors such as aerospace and solar panels, while leveraging the joint venture to supply the growing Indian market and global customers with low-carbon aluminium pigment products.
In June 2024, Toyo Aluminium K.K. released a new innovative range of coloured aluminium pigments under the brand name FRIEND COLOR AUTONAL. This product line was designed to offer both aesthetic appeal and functional performance, featuring a neutral black shade that avoids the reddish or yellowish undertones common in traditional pigments. The material offered high infrared reflectance and efficient heat dissipation, making it suitable for thermal management applications. Furthermore, the pigment was engineered to be visible to LiDAR systems, a critical feature for advanced mobility technologies. This launch demonstrated the company's commitment to diversifying the utility of aluminium pigments beyond decorative uses into functional industrial applications.
In March 2024, Sun Chemical announced the introduction of new additions to its Paliocrom aluminium effects line, which were subsequently showcased at the American Coatings Show. The company launched Paliocrom Brilliant Ruby EH 5050 and Paliocrom Satin Gold EH 3607, advancing its portfolio of high-performance pigments for the automotive and industrial coatings markets. The Brilliant Ruby grade was engineered as an intense bluish-red aluminium effect pigment, formulated using iron-oxide-coated aluminium flakes to achieve superior chromaticity. These product launches highlighted the company's focus on expanding its range of styling options while addressing the technical demands of modern coating systems using aluminium-based solutions.
In January 2024, the specialty chemicals group Altana entered into an agreement to acquire the Silberline Group, a prominent United States-based manufacturer specializing in aluminium effect pigments. This strategic acquisition was undertaken to expand the global footprint of Altana’s Eckart division, specifically strengthening its research and production capabilities in North America and Asia. By integrating Silberline’s local capacities, the company aimed to optimize its service quality and respond more flexibly to regional customer requirements. The merger was also intended to accelerate the development of sustainable product innovations within the aluminium pigments sector, catering to applications such as automotive coatings, printing inks, and consumer goods packaging.

Key Market Players

Asahi Kasei Corporation
BASF SE
Carl Schlenk AG
Carlfors Bruk
DIC CORPORATION
Hefei Sunrise Aluminium Pigments Co. Ltd
Metaflake Ltd.
Nippon Light Metal Holdings Co.
SILBERLINE MANUFACTURING CO. INC.
Sun Chemical Source

By Form	By End User	By Region
Powder Pellets Paste Others	Paints and Coatings Personal Care Printing Inks Plastics Others	North America Europe Asia Pacific South America Middle East & Africa

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Aluminium Pigments Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Aluminium Pigments Market , By Form:

Powder
Pellets
Paste
Others

Aluminium Pigments Market , By End User:

Paints and Coatings
Personal Care
Printing Inks
Plastics
Others

Aluminium Pigments Market , By Region:

North America

United States
Canada
Mexico

Europe

France
United Kingdom
Italy
Germany
Spain

Asia Pacific

China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea

South America

Brazil
Argentina
Colombia

Middle East & Africa

South Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE

Competitive Landscape

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Table of content

1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition

1.2. Scope of the Market

1.2.1. Markets Covered

1.2.2. Years Considered for Study

1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study

2.2. Baseline Methodology

2.3. Key Industry Partners

2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources

2.5. Forecasting Methodology

2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation

2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market

3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations

3.3. Overview of Key Market Players

3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries

3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast

5.1.1. By Value

5.2. Market Share & Forecast

5.2.1. By Form (Powder, Pellets, Paste, Others)

5.2.2. By End User (Paints and Coatings, Personal Care, Printing Inks, Plastics, Others)

5.2.3. By Region

5.2.4. By Company (2025)

5.3. Market Map

6. North America Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.1.1. By Value

6.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.2.1. By Form

6.2.2. By End User

6.2.3. By Country

6.3. North America: Country Analysis

6.3.1. United States Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.1.1.1. By Value

6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.1.2.1. By Form

6.3.1.2.2. By End User

6.3.2. Canada Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.2.1.1. By Value

6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.2.2.1. By Form

6.3.2.2.2. By End User

6.3.3. Mexico Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

6.3.3.1.1. By Value

6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

6.3.3.2.1. By Form

6.3.3.2.2. By End User

7. Europe Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.1.1. By Value

7.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.2.1. By Form

7.2.2. By End User

7.2.3. By Country

7.3. Europe: Country Analysis

7.3.1. Germany Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.1.1.1. By Value

7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.1.2.1. By Form

7.3.1.2.2. By End User

7.3.2. France Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.2.1.1. By Value

7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.2.2.1. By Form

7.3.2.2.2. By End User

7.3.3. United Kingdom Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.3.1.1. By Value

7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.3.2.1. By Form

7.3.3.2.2. By End User

7.3.4. Italy Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.4.1.1. By Value

7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.4.2.1. By Form

7.3.4.2.2. By End User

7.3.5. Spain Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast

7.3.5.1.1. By Value

7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast

7.3.5.2.1. By Form

7.3.5.2.2. By End User

8. Asia Pacific Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.1.1. By Value

8.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.2.1. By Form

8.2.2. By End User

8.2.3. By Country

8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis

8.3.1. China Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.1.1.1. By Value

8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.1.2.1. By Form

8.3.1.2.2. By End User

8.3.2. India Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.2.1.1. By Value

8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.2.2.1. By Form

8.3.2.2.2. By End User

8.3.3. Japan Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.3.1.1. By Value

8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.3.2.1. By Form

8.3.3.2.2. By End User

8.3.4. South Korea Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.4.1.1. By Value

8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.4.2.1. By Form

8.3.4.2.2. By End User

8.3.5. Australia Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast

8.3.5.1.1. By Value

8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast

8.3.5.2.1. By Form

8.3.5.2.2. By End User

9. Middle East & Africa Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.1.1. By Value

9.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.2.1. By Form

9.2.2. By End User

9.2.3. By Country

9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis

9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.1.1.1. By Value

9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.1.2.1. By Form

9.3.1.2.2. By End User

9.3.2. UAE Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.2.1.1. By Value

9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.2.2.1. By Form

9.3.2.2.2. By End User

9.3.3. South Africa Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

9.3.3.1.1. By Value

9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

9.3.3.2.1. By Form

9.3.3.2.2. By End User

10. South America Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.1.1. By Value

10.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.2.1. By Form

10.2.2. By End User

10.2.3. By Country

10.3. South America: Country Analysis

10.3.1. Brazil Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.1.1.1. By Value

10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.1.2.1. By Form

10.3.1.2.2. By End User

10.3.2. Colombia Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.2.1.1. By Value

10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.2.2.1. By Form

10.3.2.2.2. By End User

10.3.3. Argentina Aluminium Pigments Market Outlook

10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast

10.3.3.1.1. By Value

10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast

10.3.3.2.1. By Form

10.3.3.2.2. By End User

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers

11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)

12.2. Product Launches (If Any)

12.3. Recent Developments

13. Global Aluminium Pigments Market : SWOT Analysis

14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

14.1. Competition in the Industry

14.2. Potential of New Entrants

14.3. Power of Suppliers

14.4. Power of Customers

14.5. Threat of Substitute Products

15. Competitive Landscape

15.1. Asahi Kasei Corporation

15.1.1. Business Overview

15.1.2. Products & Services

15.1.3. Recent Developments

15.1.4. Key Personnel

15.1.5. SWOT Analysis

15.2. BASF SE

15.3. Carl Schlenk AG

15.4. Carlfors Bruk

15.5. DIC CORPORATION

15.6. Hefei Sunrise Aluminium Pigments Co. Ltd

15.7. Metaflake Ltd.

15.8. Nippon Light Metal Holdings Co.

15.9. SILBERLINE MANUFACTURING CO. INC.

15.10. Sun Chemical Source

16. Strategic Recommendations

17. About Us & Disclaimer

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Aluminium Pigments Market – Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, & Forecast, Segmented By Form (Powder, Pellets, Paste, Others), By End User (Paints and Coatings, Personal Care, Printing Inks, Plastics, Others), By Region & Competition, 2021-2031F

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Frequently asked questions

What was the market size of the Global Aluminium Pigments Market in 2025?

Which is the dominating region in the Global Aluminium Pigments Market ?

Which is the fastest growing segment in the Global Aluminium Pigments Market ?

What is the expected growth rate of the Global Aluminium Pigments Market ?