The Americas Gypsum Market is experiencing sustained momentum. Valued at USD 4.12 billion in 2023, the market is projected to reach USD 5.98 billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 5.45% from 2024 to 2030. This report provides a detailed analysis of market dynamics, segmentation, drivers, challenges, opportunities, and competitive landscape, drawing exclusively from Data Bridge Market Research.

What Is the Americas Gypsum Market?

The Americas gypsum market covers both natural gypsum (mined) and synthetic gypsum (by-product from flue-gas desulfurization, FGD) used in:

• Construction — Plasterboard (drywall), plaster, joint compounds (largest segment)
• Agriculture — Soil conditioner to improve structure and supply calcium/sulfur
• Industrial — Cement retarder, fillers in paper, paints, polymers
• Other — Dental plaster, medical casts, food/pharma additives

The market is split between North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico) and South America (Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Colombia, others), with North America representing the vast majority of volume and value.

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Market Size and Growth Projections

Recovery in residential construction, infrastructure spending, and synthetic gypsum utilization drive expansion. From a 2023 base of USD 4.12 billion, the market is expected to reach USD 5.98 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 5.45%.

Market Segmentation

By Type

• Natural Gypsum → Largest volume historically.
• Synthetic Gypsum (FGD Gypsum) → Fastest-growing due to power plant by-product utilization.
• Desulfogypsum, Phosphogypsum, Others

By Product

• Plasterboard / Drywall → Dominant end-use product.
• Plaster & Plaster Products
• Cement Retarder
• Agricultural Gypsum
• Industrial Fillers
• Others (dental, food/pharma)

By End-Use Industry

• Construction → Largest segment.
• Agriculture
• Industrial
• Others

By Region / Country

• North America → Dominant overall.
  • United States (largest)
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• South America → Fastest-growing sub-region.
  • Brazil (largest in South America)
  • Argentina
  • Chile
  • Peru
  • Colombia
  • Rest of South America

Key Drivers Fueling Growth

1. Strong Recovery in Residential & Non-Residential Construction — Especially U.S. housing starts and infrastructure spending.
2. Increased Utilization of Synthetic (FGD) Gypsum — Cost-effective, high-quality supply from coal plants.
3. Agricultural Demand → Soil amendment in Brazil, Argentina, U.S. Midwest.
4. Regulatory & Sustainability Push → Preference for recycled/synthetic gypsum.
5. Urbanization & Infrastructure Projects — Brazil, Mexico, Peru, Colombia.

Challenges and Restraints

• Decline in Coal-Fired Power Generation → Reducing synthetic gypsum availability in U.S.
• High Transportation Costs — Gypsum is bulky and low-value.
• Competition from Alternatives — Fiber cement board, magnesium oxide board.
• Environmental Regulations — Phosphogypsum restrictions.

Opportunities

• Infrastructure Megaprojects — U.S. Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Brazil PAC program.
• Sustainable & Recycled Gypsum — Circular economy focus.
• Agricultural Expansion — Brazil, Argentina soybean/corn belt.
• Export Growth — Mexico to U.S., South America intra-regional.

Competitive Landscape

Major players active in the Americas include:

• USG Corporation (now part of Knauf)
• National Gypsum Company (U.S.)
• CertainTeed (Saint-Gobain)
• Georgia-Pacific Gypsum (U.S.)
• Knauf Gips KG (Germany/U.S.)
• American Gypsum Company (U.S.)
• PABCO Gypsum (U.S.)
• Gypsum Management & Supply (GMS) (U.S.)
• Companhia Brasileira de Cimento Portland (CBCP) (Brazil)
• Placo do Brasil (Saint-Gobain)
• Etex Group (Belgium/Brazil)
• Supremo Cimento (Brazil)
• Yesos Panamericanos (Colombia)
• Minera de Yeso Andina (Chile)

Recent developments include Knauf’s continued U.S. capacity expansions, National Gypsum’s new plants in the Southeast, and growing synthetic gypsum utilization in Brazil.

Future Trends and Opportunities

By 2029, trends will focus on synthetic/recycled gypsum, lightweight boards, and fire-resistant products. Opportunities in infrastructure spending and agricultural gypsum in South America.

Conclusion

The Americas Gypsum Market is set for solid growth to USD 5.98 billion by 2030 at 5.45% CAGR, building a resilient future. Stakeholders should prioritize synthetic gypsum utilization and sustainable products to navigate supply shifts and capture infrastructure opportunities. Focusing on the United States’ drywall demand and Brazil’s construction/agricultural growth will ensure layered success.

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