Metal-based products are witnessing strong demand across a vast range of industry verticals, such as automotive and construction. Metal components have long been a vital part of automobiles as they offer benefits, such as high strength and durability. However, these products are highly prone to rust and corrosion due to constant use of chemicals and degradation in severe climates. This can drastically reduce their lifespan, which is why the demand for anticorrosive pigments is rising at a considerable rate. As the name suggests, these pigments offer high resistance to corrosion and protect metal equipment against harsh chemicals.
Business Research Insights states that the market for anticorrosive pigment is expected to reach USD 1.71 billion by 2028.
1. Heubach
Heubach is one of the major manufacturers of anti-corrosive pigments based in Langelsheim, Germany. The company was founded in 1806 and has one of the most comprehensive portfolios of organic, inorganic, and anticorrosive pigments, dyes, pigment preparations, and specialty materials. Heubach has a footprint of 19 manufacturing plants across the globe and their products are used in many applications, such as corrosion protection, decorative, industrial, wood & automotive coatings, and coloration of plastics.
2. W.R. Grace
W.R. Grace is a major chemical manufacturing company based in Maryland, U.S. The American corporation, which was founded in 1854, deals in the production of specialty chemicals and materials under two divisions – Grace Materials and Chemicals and Grace Catalysts Technologies. The company caters to end-users from a wide range of sectors including pharmaceutical, petrochemical, refining, and chemical manufacturing.
3. Nirbhay Rasayan
Nirbhay Rasayan was established in 1987 and has since been one of the top manufacturers of Copper Phthalocyanine Blue Crudes & Organic Pigments. It is an ISO certified organization and supplies its organic pigments under its brand ‘NIRBHAFAST’. The brand’s products are widely used by detergent, dispersion, paint & coating, ink, and rubber master batch producers in India and across the world.
4. HALOX
HALOX, one of the major chemical manufacturer based in Hammond, Indiana, U.S., was established in 1972 and provides one of the most comprehensive portfolios of corrosion resistance products and solutions. For more than 50 years, the company has offered pigments and paints that offer long-term resistance against tannin stain and corrosion.
5. FERRO
FERRO Corporation is an American developer of technology-based performance materials for manufacturers, catering to the needs of four core segments, namely porcelain enamel, performance colors and glass, oxides, and tile coating systems. The company started off as a partnership between two interrelated organizations that aimed to modernize the porcelain enameling process. FERRO was founded in 1919 in Cleveland, but now its headquarters are based in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, U.S.
6. SNCZ
Société Nouvelle des Couleurs Zinciques, or simply known as SNCZ, is one of the world leaders in the development, sales, and production of anticorrosive pigments to offer robust protection to metals. The company was founded in 1984 in Neuville-sur-Escaut, France and is often considered a standard in anticorrosive pigments. SNCZ has a vast client base and caters to the needs of a diverse range of industry verticals, such as automotive, construction, marine, industrial infrastructure, aerospace, and domestic appliances.
7. PPG Silica Products
PPG Silica Products is one of the earliest manufacturing companies that pioneered the creation of synthetic precipitated silica. The company was founded over 80 years ago in Pennsylvania, U.S. and formulated the first alternative to carbon black for rubber-based reinforcements in the 1930s. PPG Silica Products’ offerings are being used in a wide range of sectors, such as carrier and free-flow agents for animal feed, food, industrial & agricultural chemicals and anticorrosive additives for paints & coatings.
8. Tayca Corporation
Tayca Corporation was established in 1919 under the name Teikoku Jinzo Fertilizer Co., Ltd. in Osaka, Japan. The company has since offered several sulfuric acid technologies to grow its business operations across the world. Some of the company’s main offerings include surfactants, titanium dioxide, piezoelectric materials, and functional fine particle products. One of its products, called K-WHITE are anticorrosive and pollution-free white pigments that do not contain lead and chromium.
9. Junma Technology
Junma Technology, also known as Shanghai-Junma Chemical Ltd., is one of the prominent producers of molybdenum red and chrome yellow anticorrosive pigments. The company was established in 1990 and is based in Anhui, China and is since known for introducing a wide range of innovative manufacturing technologies and equipment that can help it diversify its product offerings. Junma’s production output per year can reach nearly 10,000 tons.
10. Noelson Chemicals
Noelson Chemicals was founded in 1996 in Shanghai, China and is one of the top suppliers of conductive and anticorrosive solutions and products. The company has since expanded its operations, both domestically and internationally, by opening distributor networks and branches in several cities in Mainland China, South-East Asia, Hong Kong SAR, Canada, and the Middle East.
Anticorrosive Pigments – A Growing Trend in Sectors Exposed to Harsh Chemicals
The anticorrosive pigments industry has shown a positive outlook due to the rising demand for paints and coatings that can offer high resistance against corrosion and harsh chemicals. The marine sector in particular is expected to increase its reliance on these pigments as the vessels are constantly exposed to harsh chemicals and seawater, which can cause severe corrosion of metal-based components.