The global market for recycled carbon black used in EV conductive tires is projected to grow from $1.08 billion in 2026 to $3.83 billion by 2036, at a 13.5% CAGR, according to a new report from Fact.MR. The growth is tied to electric vehicles' heavier weight and instant torque, which increase tire wear by up to 30% compared to internal combustion vehicles. Tire makers are turning to recycled carbon black from end-of-life tire pyrolysis to create conductive compounds that dissipate static electricity while lowering rolling resistance. Recycled carbon black fillers hold a 58% market share in 2026, acting as a direct substitute for fossil-based furnace black. The report notes that pyrolysis-derived carbon black can eliminate up to 85% of standard CO2 manufacturing footprints. Regional growth is led by China at a 15.4% CAGR, India at 14.8%, and the U.S. at 12.9%. Key players include Cabot Corporation, Orion Engineered Carbons, and Birla Carbon, all investing in circular supply chains to meet 2030 recycled material thresholds.
