Market overview
The global slurry valves market is worth USD 692 mn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 1.3 bn by 2036, growing at a 6.7% CAGR. China is the largest country market and Knife gate is the largest by valve type segment.
| Scope | Knife gate, pinch, plug and diaphragm valves built for abrasive mining and mineral slurries, tailings and dredging, with rubber, ceramic or hardened linings. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Industrial Automation |
| Value 2025 | USD 650 mn |
| Value 2026 | USD 692 mn |
| Value 2036 | USD 1.3 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 6.7% |
| Volume 2026 | 99.7 thousand units |
| Volume 2036 | 164 thousand units |
| Average price 2026 | USD 6,945 per unit |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Slurry Valves market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 692.2 mn |
| 2027 | USD 738.6 mn |
| 2028 | USD 788.1 mn |
| 2029 | USD 840.9 mn |
| 2030 | USD 897.3 mn |
| 2031 | USD 957.4 mn |
| 2032 | USD 1.02 bn |
| 2033 | USD 1.09 bn |
| 2034 | USD 1.16 bn |
| 2035 | USD 1.24 bn |
| 2036 | USD 1.32 bn |
Slurry Valves market segmentation
By valve type
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knife gate | 38.0% | 36.2% | USD 263 mn | 6.2% |
| Pinch | 24.0% | 23.9% | USD 166 mn | 6.7% |
| Plug and ball | 18.0% | 18.0% | USD 125 mn | 6.7% |
| Diaphragm and other | 20.0% | 21.9% | USD 138 mn | 7.7% |
By end use
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mining and mineral processing | 56.0% | 56.2% | USD 388 mn | 6.7% |
| Oil sands and dredging | 14.0% | 13.4% | USD 97 mn | 6.2% |
| Power (FGD) and chemicals | 18.0% | 17.2% | USD 125 mn | 6.2% |
| Wastewater and other | 12.0% | 13.2% | USD 83 mn | 7.7% |
By valve size
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 6 inch | 24.0% | 22.0% | USD 166 mn | 5.8% |
| 8 to 16 inch | 42.0% | 42.0% | USD 291 mn | 6.7% |
| Above 16 inch | 34.0% | 36.0% | USD 235 mn | 7.3% |
By actuation
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual | 22.0% | 17.0% | USD 152 mn | 4.0% |
| Pneumatic | 44.0% | 43.0% | USD 305 mn | 6.5% |
| Electric | 20.0% | 24.0% | USD 138 mn | 8.7% |
| Hydraulic | 14.0% | 16.0% | USD 97 mn | 8.1% |
By body material
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cast iron and carbon steel | 36.0% | 32.0% | USD 249 mn | 5.5% |
| Stainless and duplex steel | 30.0% | 32.0% | USD 208 mn | 7.4% |
| Rubber-lined and elastomer | 22.0% | 21.0% | USD 152 mn | 6.2% |
| Ceramic and wear-resistant alloys | 12.0% | 15.0% | USD 83 mn | 9.1% |
Top 25 countries for slurry valves by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 87.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 97.7%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | USD 138 mn | 20.0% | USD 273 mn | 7.0% |
| 2 | Australia | USD 83 mn | 12.0% | USD 156 mn | 6.5% |
| 3 | Canada | USD 69 mn | 10.0% | USD 124 mn | 6.0% |
| 4 | Chile | USD 62 mn | 9.0% | USD 117 mn | 6.5% |
| 5 | United States | USD 62 mn | 9.0% | USD 106 mn | 5.5% |
| 6 | Peru | USD 42 mn | 6.0% | USD 78 mn | 6.5% |
| 7 | South Africa | USD 42 mn | 6.0% | USD 74 mn | 6.0% |
| 8 | Brazil | USD 42 mn | 6.0% | USD 82 mn | 7.0% |
| 9 | India | USD 35 mn | 5.0% | USD 82 mn | 9.0% |
| 10 | Indonesia | USD 28 mn | 4.0% | USD 60 mn | 8.0% |
| 11 | Russia | USD 9.8 mn | 1.4% | USD 17 mn | 5.8% |
| 12 | Kazakhstan | USD 7.5 mn | 1.1% | USD 15 mn | 7.3% |
| 13 | Mexico | USD 6.4 mn | 0.9% | USD 13 mn | 7.3% |
| 14 | Mongolia | USD 5.7 mn | 0.8% | USD 10 mn | 5.9% |
| 15 | Zambia | USD 5.2 mn | 0.8% | USD 9.3 mn | 6.0% |
| 16 | Democratic Republic of the Congo | USD 4.8 mn | 0.7% | USD 8.6 mn | 6.1% |
| 17 | Argentina | USD 4.5 mn | 0.7% | USD 9.1 mn | 7.3% |
| 18 | Ghana | USD 4.3 mn | 0.6% | USD 8.6 mn | 7.2% |
| 19 | Philippines | USD 4.1 mn | 0.6% | USD 8.2 mn | 7.2% |
| 20 | Saudi Arabia | USD 4.0 mn | 0.6% | USD 7.9 mn | 7.2% |
| 21 | Turkey | USD 3.7 mn | 0.5% | USD 7.7 mn | 7.5% |
| 22 | Colombia | USD 3.7 mn | 0.5% | USD 7.4 mn | 7.3% |
| 23 | Sweden | USD 3.5 mn | 0.5% | USD 6.4 mn | 6.1% |
| 24 | Finland | USD 3.4 mn | 0.5% | USD 6.1 mn | 6.0% |
| 25 | Poland | USD 3.3 mn | 0.5% | USD 6.8 mn | 7.3% |
| Rest of world | USD 16 mn | 2.3% | USD 31 mn | 6.7% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Weir Group
- Metso
- Flowserve
- Emerson Electric
- Crane Co
- CIRCOR International
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- AVK
- Red Valve
- DeZURIK
- Velan
- Bray International
- Flowrox
- Clarkson Valves
- VAG Group
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Orbinox
- Ebro Armaturen
- Stafsjö Valves
- Skotch Valve
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the slurry valves market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 6.7% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by valve type, by end use, by valve size, by actuation, by body material. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the slurry valves market?
The global slurry valves market is estimated at USD 650 mn in 2025 and USD 692 mn in 2026.
How fast will the slurry valves market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 1.3 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 6.7% from 2026, an increase of USD 632 mn.
Which country is the largest market for slurry valves?
China is the largest market by revenue at USD 138 mn in 2026, 20.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 42.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 9.0% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which slurry valves segment is largest?
In the by valve type split, Knife gate is the largest segment with 38.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading slurry valves companies?
Global leaders include Weir Group, Metso, Flowserve, Emerson Electric.
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