The Synthetic Gypsum Market is a triumph of industrial ecology. This material, primarily Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) gypsum, is a byproduct of power plants and chemical manufacturing. Instead of being landfilled, it is now the primary raw material for the world’s drywall and cement industries. In 2026, synthetic gypsum is favored over natural gypsum because of its consistent purity and the significant carbon credits earned by manufacturers for using recycled materials.The defining trend this year is the "Decarbonization of Power." As coal plants shut down in favor of natural gas and renewables, the supply of FGD gypsum is tightening. This has led to a surge in the Phosphogypsum recycling sector—turning the massive waste piles from the fertilizer industry into construction-grade gypsum. In the agriculture sector, synthetic gypsum is seeing high demand as a soil amendment, helping to restore "tired" soil and improve water infiltration in drought-prone regions. With a 4.18% CAGR, the market is currently dominated by North America and China, where the integration of industrial waste streams into the construction supply chain is most advanced.
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