| Product Code: ETC100063 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 |
The India Cadmium Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. Growth accelerates to 17.58% in 2028, following an initial rate of 16.21%, before easing to 17.12% at the end of the period.

The India cadmium market is estimated to witness a healthy growth over the forecast period, owing to the increasing demand in various sectors. The growing automotive sector, electronics industry and construction activities are expected to drive the demand for cadmium over the coming years. Additionally, government initiatives such as Make in India and Smart Cities Mission are further anticipated to propel the growth of the India cadmium market.
The primary drivers for the India Cadmium market are increasing investments in infrastructure development, growth of the automotive industry, and increasing demand from consumer electronics. The India government has taken various initiatives to increase investment in infrastructure projects such as roadways, railways, ports, and airports which will contribute to an increased demand for cadmium products like coatings and alloys. In addition, with rising disposable incomes and changing lifestyle trends there is a growing demand for electronic gadgets that use cadmium-based components. Moreover, with the rise of electric vehicles across India there is a consequent surge in the number of automotive parts requiring cadmium plating or coating which furthers the market potential of this segment.
Health hazards associated with exposure to Cadmium including cancer risk and damage to kidneys, lungs, bones & reproductive organs leading to stringent government regulations on its usage. High cost associated with extraction & processing of Cadmium along with availability concerns further limit its overall usage andEnvironmental issues related to mining activities also contribute towards limiting the growth potential of India Cadmium market.
Some of major players operating in this space include Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL), Hindalco Industries Ltd., National Aluminium Company (NALCO), Vedanta Resources Plc., Bharat Mining Corporation Pvt Ltd., Nava Bharat Ventures Limited (NBV) among others.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 India Cadmium Market Overview |
3.1 India Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 India Cadmium Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 India Cadmium Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 India Cadmium Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 India Cadmium Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Types, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 India Cadmium Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 India Cadmium Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing demand for cadmium in industries such as electronics, batteries, and pigments. |
4.2.2 Increasing investments in infrastructure development in India leading to higher demand for cadmium-based products. |
4.2.3 Advancements in cadmium recycling technologies driving sustainability initiatives in the market. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent environmental regulations and concerns regarding the toxicity of cadmium affecting market growth. |
4.3.2 Fluctuations in cadmium prices in the global market impacting the Indian market. |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative materials and substitutes limiting the market potential for cadmium. |
5 India Cadmium Market Trends |
6 India Cadmium Market, By Types |
6.1 India Cadmium Market, By Types |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 India Cadmium Market Revenues & Volume, By Types, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 India Cadmium Market Revenues & Volume, By Primary, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 India Cadmium Market Revenues & Volume, By Secondary, 2021-2031F |
6.2 India Cadmium Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 India Cadmium Market Revenues & Volume, By NiCd Battery, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 India Cadmium Market Revenues & Volume, By Pigments, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 India Cadmium Market Revenues & Volume, By Coatings, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 India Cadmium Market Revenues & Volume, By Other, 2021-2031F |
7 India Cadmium Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 India Cadmium Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 India Cadmium Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 India Cadmium Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Adoption rate of cadmium recycling technologies in the Indian market. |
8.2 Number of infrastructure projects utilizing cadmium-based products. |
8.3 Investment in research and development for cadmium product innovation in India. |
9 India Cadmium Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 India Cadmium Market Opportunity Assessment, By Types, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 India Cadmium Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 India Cadmium Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 India Cadmium Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 India Cadmium Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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