April 2025 – MarketsGlob According to a new report by MarketsGlob, the global Industrial Garnet Market was valued at USD 837 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 1,245 million by 2031, expanding at a CAGR of 6.1% during the forecast period of 2025 to 2031. This growth is driven by rising demand across construction, manufacturing, and environmental industries, especially in waterjet cutting, surface preparation, and water filtration applications.
What Is Industrial Garnet?
Garnet is a group of silicate minerals widely recognized for its hardness and durability. Industrial-grade garnet, unlike its gem-quality counterpart, is primarily used as an abrasive material in applications such as sandpaper, sanding discs, and cutting tools. Its angular shape and high density make it especially suitable for waterjet cutting, a heat-free, high-precision technique that’s increasingly popular in manufacturing and construction.
Garnet’s effectiveness in water filtration also supports its growing demand across mining, food processing, and wastewater treatment industries, especially amid rising environmental concerns and regulatory standards.
Recent Industry Developments
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June 2024: Heavy Minerals (ASX: HVY) partnered with IHC’s mining lab to process sands from the Port Gregory Garnet Project into alluvial garnet, aimed at boosting quality for industrial applications.
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November 2023: GMA Garnet Group opened a new distribution hub in Port Klang, Malaysia, enhancing its APAC supply chain for abrasive materials sourced from the Port Gregory mine.
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Mid-2024: Jebsen & Jessen Group acquired GMA Garnet Group to strengthen its industrial materials portfolio and invest in global expansion.
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2024: Trimex Sands Private Limited announced a USD 120 million investment to expand its garnet and ilmenite facilities in India. Additionally, it signed an MoU with the Indonesian government for an Integrated Titanium Complex worth up to USD 850 million.
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May 2023: Mineral Commodities (MRC) secured a USD 10 million funding and offtake deal with Garnet International Resources (part of GMA Group) to build a garnet separation plant in South Africa.
Regional Outlook
Asia-Pacific dominates the industrial garnet market with a 45% share, driven by rapid infrastructure development and manufacturing growth in countries like China, India, and Japan. The widespread adoption of waterjet cutting and stricter environmental regulations have further boosted garnet usage across the region.
Key Players
Leading companies operating in the global industrial garnet market include:
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GMA Garnet Group
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Indian Ocean Garnet Sands Company Ltd.
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Trimex Sands Private Limited
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Barton International
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Zircon Mineral Co.
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Mohawk Garnet Inc.
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Opta Minerals Inc.
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V.V. Mineral Pvt. Ltd.
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Beach Minerals Company
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Rizhao Garnet Ltd.
Market Segmentation
By Product:
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Almandine
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Andradite
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Grossular
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Pyrope
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Spessartine
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Uvarovite
By Application:
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Water Jet Cutting
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Abrasive Blasting
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Water Filtration
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Abrasive Powders
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Others
By Sales Channel:
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Direct Channel
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Distribution Channel
By Region:
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North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico)
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Europe (Germany, UK, France, Italy, etc.)
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Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Southeast Asia, etc.)
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South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, etc.)
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Middle East & Africa (UAE, South Africa, etc.)
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