PUBLISHER: Prescient & Strategic Intelligence | PRODUCT CODE: 1719342
PUBLISHER: Prescient & Strategic Intelligence | PRODUCT CODE: 1719342
The U.S. tire and rubber recycling market is anticipated to grow from USD 2.06 billion in 2024 to USD 2.84 billion by 2032, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.2%. This growth is driven by increasing environmental concerns, stricter regulations on tire disposal, and a growing demand for sustainable materials. Recycling technologies, such as pyrolysis and mechanical recycling, are advancing, allowing companies to transform waste tires into valuable resources like fuel, rubber for roads, and new tires. Additionally, regulatory pressures on businesses to adopt sustainable practices are driving market expansion.
Key Insights
Mechanical recycling is the largest processing method, capturing 30% of the market share, due to its cost-effectiveness and ability to handle large quantities of waste tires.
Pyrolysis is the fastest-growing method, driven by its ability to produce carbon black and other valuable by-products from old tires.
Tire-derived fuel remains the largest product category, as it is widely used in industries like cement manufacturing for its energy value.
Crumb rubber is the fastest-growing product, with a 4% CAGR, fueled by its increasing use in asphalt, playgrounds, and sports fields due to its durability and sustainability.
The automotive sector is the largest consumer of recycled tire products, accounting for 35% of the market, as recycled rubber is used extensively in the production of new tires and automotive components.
The construction and infrastructure sector is experiencing rapid growth as recycled rubber is increasingly used in road construction and rubberized concrete.
End-of-life tires represent the largest source of recycled material, making up 40% of the market, due to the environmental risks posed by improper disposal.