Industry Overview
Calcium carbide (CaC2) is an important industrial chemical primarily manufactured by reacting lime and coke in an electric furnace at temperatures of approximately 2200–2500°C. While pure calcium carbide is transparent and colorless, commercial-grade material typically appears steel-grey to reddish-brown due to impurities introduced during production. Industrial-grade calcium carbide is generally about 80% pure, with the remainder consisting mainly of calcium oxide and other minor impurities.
The most significant characteristic of calcium carbide is its reaction with water to produce acetylene gas, making it the principal commercial source of acetylene. This gas is widely used in oxyacetylene welding and metal cutting, as well as in the production of numerous organic chemicals, solvents, resins, plastics, synthetic rubber, pharmaceuticals, dyes, acetaldehyde, acetic acid, vinyl acetate, and related compounds. Calcium carbide is also an essential raw material for manufacturing calcium cyanamide, which serves as both a fertilizer and an intermediate for various chemical products. Additional applications include use as a dehydrating agent, reducing agent, desulfurizing agent in metallurgical operations, steel hardening, graphite production, hydrogen generation, and the reduction of metallic oxides.
Historically, calcium carbide was first produced in laboratory experiments by early researchers such as Hare and Wohler before becoming an important industrial material. According to the project report, the calcium carbide market is estimated at 34.89 million tons in 2026 and is projected to reach 42.23 million tons by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 3.89%. The report also highlights increasing demand for high-purity grades, ongoing investments in energy-efficient production technologies, and continued growth opportunities driven by chemical manufacturing, particularly across the Asia-Pacific region.
Cost Estimation
| Particular | Value |
|---|---|
| Plant Capacity | 100.00 Tons /Day |
| Land & Building ( 5.4 Acre) | Rs. 13.15 Lac |
| Plant & Machinery | Rs. 20.66 Lac |
| Working Capital for 1 Month | Rs. 7.26 Lac |
| Total Capital Investment | Rs. 41.88 Lac |
| Rate of Return | 9% |
| Break Even Point | 83% |
Content Index
- INTRODUCTION
- PROPERTIES OF CALCIUM CARBIDE
- USES AND APPLICATIONS
- B.I.S. SPECIFICATION
- GAS YIELD OF CALCIUM CARBIDE
- PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
- PACKING AND MARKING
- INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
- HEALTH AND SAFETY FACTORS
- MARKET SURVEY
- CALCIUM CARBIDE MANUFACTURERS
- PRINCIPLE OF MANUFACTURE
- PROCESS OF MANUFACTURING
- CHARGING OF THE VERTICAL SHAFT KILN
- KILN-OPERATION OR CALCINING
- SORTING OF GOOD QUALITY LIME
- STORAGE OF LIME
- WEIGHING AND MIXING OF THE RAW MATERIALS
- PRECAUTION
- CALCIUM CARBIDE PRODUCTION
- B.I.S. SPECIFICATION
- WASTE MANAGEMENT
- ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT PLAN
- Steel Drums Manufacturing
- INTRODUCTION
- MANUFACTURING OF STEEL DRUMS
- STEEL DRUM MANUFACTURING PROCESS
- PROCESS FLOW SHEET FOR BODY PRODUCTION
- PROCESS FLOW SHEET FOR TOP
- AND BOTTOM PRODUCTION
- PROCESS FLOW SHEET FOR ASSEMBLING
- OF BODY WITH TOP AND BOTTOM
- MANUFACTURING PROCESS IN DETAILS
- RAW MATERIALS/COMPONENTS
- QUALITY CONTROL SYSTEM
- DESCRIPTION OF PLANT AND MACHINERY
- 10PCS/MINUTE HIGH SPEED STEEL BARREL PRODUCTION LINE
- PRINCIPLES OF PLANT LAYOUT
- PLANT LOCATION FACTORS
- EXPLANATION OF TERMS USED IN THE PROJECT REPORT
- UTILITIES
- CALCIUM CARBIDE PLANT & MACHINERY MANUFACTURERS
- ELECTRIC ARC FURNACE MANUFACTURERE
- SUPPLIERS OF PRECISION MEASURING TOOLS
- AIR COMPRESSOR MANUFACTURERS
- FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENTS MANUFACTURERS & SUPPLIERS
- WEIGHING BREIDGE MANUFACTURER
- D.G. SET MANUFACTURERS & SUPPLIERS
- ELECRICAL GOOD & SWITCH MANUFACTURE
- ETP MANUFACTURERES
- MANUFACTURER/Suppliers of Silo
- SUPPLIERS OF COOLING TOWER
- SUPPLIERS OF CONDENSER
- SUPPLIERS OF SCRUBBER
- SUPPLIERS OF plant and machinery FOR STEEL DRUM MANUFACTURIG
- SUPPLIERS OF POWER PRESS
- SUPPLIERS OF SHEARING MACHINE
- SUPPLIERS OF rolling machine
- SUPPLIERS OF bending machine
- SUPPLIERS OF MECHANICAL PRESS
- SUPPLIERS OF UNCOILING MACHINE
- SUPPLIERS OF SHEET LAVELING MACHINE
- DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR LICENSES
- PLANT LAYOUT
- GREEN ENERGY /SOLAR ENERGY PLANT DETAILS
- ORGANIZATION CHART
- IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE
- PROPOSED IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE 12 MONTHS
- SWOT ANALYSIS
- ENVOIRMENT CLERANCE CONSULTANTS
- CONSULTANT FOR SETTING OF PROJECT
- STEEL PRODUCTS MANUFACTURING CONSULTANT
- RAW MATERIAL PHOTO
- FINAL PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHS
Appendix
- 01. PLANT ECONOMICS
- 02. LAND & BUILDING
- 03. PLANT AND MACHINERY
- 04. OTHER FIXED ASSESTS
- 05. FIXED CAPITAL
- 06. RAW MATERIAL
- 07. SALARY AND WAGES
- 08. UTILITIES AND OVERHEADS
- 09. TOTAL WORKING CAPITAL
- 10. TOTAL CAPITAL INVESTMENT
- 11. COST OF PRODUCTION
- 12. TURN OVER/ANNUM
- 13. BREAK EVEN POINT
- 14. RESOURCES FOR FINANCE
- 15. INSTALMENT PAYABLE IN 5 YEARS
- 16. DEPRECIATION CHART FOR 5 YEARS
- 17. PROFIT ANALYSIS FOR 5 YEARS
- 18. PROJECTED BALANCE SHEET FOR (5 YEARS)
Frequently Asked Questions
Calcium carbide is primarily used to produce acetylene gas. Acetylene is widely used in oxyacetylene welding and cutting and serves as a feedstock for manufacturing numerous organic chemicals, solvents, plastics, resins, and synthetic rubber. Calcium carbide is also used to manufacture calcium cyanamide fertilizer and finds applications as a dehydrating, reducing, and desulfurizing agent in metallurgical and chemical industries.
Calcium carbide is manufactured by reacting lime and coke in an electric furnace. The process requires extremely high temperatures, generally between 2200°C and 2500°C, and substantial electrical energy. After production, the material is cooled, crushed, screened, and prepared for storage or further processing before being supplied for industrial applications.
Calcium carbide is a key raw material for producing several industrial chemicals. The acetylene generated from calcium carbide serves as an intermediate in manufacturing products such as acetaldehyde, acetic acid, vinyl acetate, plastics, synthetic rubber, and other specialty chemicals. Its versatility makes it an essential material across multiple downstream industries.
Calcium carbide must be kept dry and handled carefully. Because it reacts vigorously with water to release highly flammable acetylene gas, storage areas should remain moisture-free and well ventilated. Appropriate protective equipment, proper packaging, and compliance with industrial safety procedures help reduce operational risks during handling and transportation.
The principal raw materials are lime and coke. These materials are carefully weighed and mixed before being charged into an electric furnace, where high-temperature processing converts them into calcium carbide. Consistent raw material quality is important for maintaining product quality and process efficiency.
Calcium carbide is widely used by the chemical, metallurgical, fertilizer, and fabrication industries. It supports the production of acetylene-based chemicals, calcium cyanamide fertilizers, steel processing operations, and welding applications. Demand is closely linked to industrial manufacturing, infrastructure development, and downstream chemical production.
Why Choose Us
- More than 45 years of experience
- Managed by expert industrial consultants
- ISO 9001-2015 Certified
- Registered under MSME, UAM No: DL01E0012000
How We Work
- 24/5 Research Support Get your queries resolved from an industry expert. Ask before you purchase.
- Custom Research Service Speak to our consultants to design an exclusive study for your needs.
- Quality Assurance All reports are prepared by qualified consultants & verified by experts.
- Information Security Your personal & confidential information is always safe and secure.
Detailed Project Report (DPR) includes Present Market Position and Expected Future Demand, Technology, Manufacturing Process, Investment Opportunity, Plant Economics and Project Financials. comprehensive analysis from industry covering detailed reporting and evaluates the position of the industry by providing insights to the SWOT analysis of the industry.
Each report include Plant Capacity, requirement of Land & Building, Plant & Machinery, Flow Sheet Diagram, Raw Materials detail with suppliers list, Total Capital Investment along with detailed calculation on Rate of Return, Break-Even Analysis and Profitability Analysis. The report also provides a birds eye view of the global industry with details on projected market size and then progresses to evaluate the industry in detail.
We can prepare detailed project report on any industry as per your requirement.
We can also modify the project capacity and project cost as per your requirement. If you are planning to start a business, contact us today.
- Market growth drivers
- Factors limiting market growth
- Current market trends
- Market structure
- Key highlights
- Up-to-date analyses of market trends and technological improvements
- Pin-point analyses of market competition dynamics to offer you a competitive edge over major competitors
- An array of graphics, BEP analysis of major industry segments
- Detailed analyses of industry trends
- A well-defined technological growth with an impact-analysis
- A clear understanding of the competitive landscape and key product segments
- Ask for FREE project related details with our consultant/industry expert.
- Share your specific research requirements for customized project report.
- Request for due diligence and consumer centric studies.
- Still haven't found what you're looking for? Speak to our Custom Research Team.
EIRI Board is a single destination for all the industry, company and country reports. We feature a large repository of latest industry reports, leading and niche company profiles, and market statistics prepared by highly qualified consultants and verified by a panel of experts.
Note: We can also prepare project report on any subject based on your requirement and country. If you need, we can modify the project capacity and project cost based on your requirement.
Our reports provide an expansive market analysis of the sector by covering areas like growth drivers, trends prevailing in the industry as well as comprehensive SWOT analysis of the sector.
Our Clients
- Our research reports comprehensively cover Indian markets (can be modified as per your country), present investigation, standpoint and gauge for a time of five years*.
- The market conjectures are produced on the premise of optional research and are cross-accepted through associations with the business players.
- We use dependable wellsprings of data and databases, and data from such sources is handled by us and incorporated into the report.
- Our project reports include detailed analysis that helps get the industry's Present Market Position and Expected Future Demand.
- Offer real analysis driving variables for the business and the most recent business sector patterns in the industry.
- This report comprehends the present status of the business by clarifying a complete SWOT examination and investigation of the interest-supply circumstance.
- Report gives analysis and in-depth financial comparison of real players/competitors.
- The report gives estimates of key parameters which forecast business execution.
