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Petro Naft: Carbon Black Manufacturer And Supplier Powering Global Industries
From our strategically located plants and logistics hubs, we deliver specialized carbon black solutions that keep the world moving—backed by high production and supply capacity and an unwavering commitment to quality, sustainability, and partnership.
1. The Carbon Black Market in 2025—A Snapshot
Global demand for carbon black surpassed 14 million t in 2024 and, on current trajectories, is on course to top 17 million t by 2030, propelled by the tire, plastics, coatings, semiconductor, and energy-storage sectors. ChemAnalyst In value terms the market is projected to reach USD 36 billion by 2034, expanding at a CAGR of roughly 5 percent. Grand View Research
Regional Dynamics
Asia-Pacific commands more than half of global consumption, driven by the region’s expanding vehicle fleet and robust electronics supply chains.
North America delivers pricing stability—spot quotations averaged USD 1 980–2 010 t FOB during Q1 2025—supported by balanced feedstock availability. ChemAnalyst
Europe is rapidly redrawing sourcing strategies after its March 2024 restriction on imports from Russia, opening fresh opportunities for agile exporters. eur-lex.europa.eu
2. Petro Naft’s High Production and Supply Capacity
2.1 Technology Backbone
We employ advanced furnace black reactors—the route responsible for ~95 percent of modern output—combining proprietary nozzle geometries, rapid-quench design, and inline laser analytics. This allows us to tailor surface area, structure (OAN), and tint to customer-specific tolerances while maintaining competitive yields.
2.2 Integrated Supply Network
Our carbon black is manufactured, finished, and distributed through a cohesive network of regional hubs that ensures high production and supply capacity and unmatched delivery agility:
| Hub | Primary Grades | Nearest Deep-Seaport | Lead-Time to EMEA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkey | N-series furnace blacks, conductive blacks | Mersin Port | ~17 days |
| UAE | Specialty pigment blacks, feedstock blending | Jebel Ali | ~19 days |
| China | Battery-grade acetylene black | Shanghai | ~28 days |
By leveraging these centers—and long-term tank-storage agreements for aromatic oils—we guarantee year-round availability, flexible Incoterms, and just-in-time supply for rubber goods, plastics, and coatings manufacturers worldwide.
3. Product Portfolio & Grade Specifications
Our portfolio spans traditional furnace blacks, recovered carbon black (rCB), acetylene black, and specialty pigment blacks. Key performance characteristics of our flagship N-series grades are summarized below (all metrics measured per the latest ASTM methods). ChemAnalyst
| Grade | Iodine Number<br>(mg g⁻¹) | DBP Absorption<br>(mL 100 g⁻¹) | Pour Density<br>(g L⁻¹) | Ash % | Typical End-Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N-220 | 116 – 125 | 109 – 119 | 335 – 375 | ≤ 0.75 | High-tread wear tire treads |
| N-234 | 115 – 125 | 120 – 130 | 300 – 340 | ≤ 0.75 | Ultra-high-performance tires |
| N-326 | 77 – 87 | 67 – 77 | 435 – 475 | ≤ 0.75 | Conveyor belts, hoses |
| N-330 | 77 – 87 | 97 – 107 | 360 – 400 | ≤ 0.75 | Passenger-car tire treads |
| N-339 | 85 – 95 | 115 – 125 | 325 – 365 | ≤ 0.75 | Heavy-duty truck tires |
| N-347 | 85 – 95 | 119 – 129 | 315 – 355 | ≤ 0.75 | Shock-absorbing rubber parts |
| N-375 | 85 – 95 | 109 – 119 | 325 – 365 | ≤ 0.75 | Off-road tire compounds |
| N-550 | 38 – 48 | 116 – 126 | 340 – 380 | ≤ 0.75 | Mechanical rubber goods |
| N-660 | 31 – 41 | 85 – 95 | 420 – 460 | ≤ 0.75 | Tire sidewalls, agriculture tires |
| N-772 | 25 – 35 | 60 – 70 | 500 – 540 | ≤ 0.75 | Rubber-to-metal bonding |
(Synonyms: furnace black, pigment black, lamp black, channel black, thermal black, and rCB.)
4. Petro Naft Leading Carbon Black Exporter Offering Best Prices and Quality
Our backward integration into aromatic-oil streams, real-time process control, and stringent ISO-certified QA translate into consistent product performance with pricing typically 3–7 percent below regional averages—all while meeting or exceeding global tire and polymer standards.
5. Applications We Serve
5.1 Tires & Rubber
Carbon black reinforces elastomers, boosting abrasion resistance and heat dissipation. Tires alone absorb nearly 68 percent of world demand—roughly 3 kg per 10 kg passenger tire. US EPA Our ultra-clean N-series easily drop into OEM tread formulas, cutting compounding variations.
5.2 Plastics & Polymers
Our high-jet pigment blacks add UV stability and color depth to PE, PP, and engineering plastics, while conductive grades safeguard sensitive electronics from electrostatic discharge.
5.3 Coatings, Inks & Toners
Ultra-fine Petro C-JET furnace black brings > 240 % ITRB tint and blue-black undertone prized by automotive OEMs, while its narrow aggregate distribution mitigates printhead clogging in inkjet formulations.
5.4 Energy Storage
Battery-grade acetylene black raises anode conductivities by two orders of magnitude, trimming lithium-ion cell internal resistance and extending cycle life—critical as the global EV share races toward 30 percent by 2030.
6. Quality Assurance & International Certifications
ISO 9001:2015 — Quality Management
ISO 14001:2015 — Environmental Management
On-site laboratories deploy laser diffraction, TEM, nitrogen BET, and rheometry, retaining “golden samples” for 36 months to secure full traceability.
7. PetroNaft Commitment to Sustainability & Circularity
7.1 Emissions Footprint
Conventional furnace-black production emits 1.9–5.3 kg CO₂ kg⁻¹ of product, contributing up to 79 Mt CO₂ year⁻¹ worldwide. Tire Technology International By integrating heat-recovery steam generation and expanding our recovered carbon black (rCB) program—validated to cut lifecycle emissions by ≈ 80 percent—we help customers achieve quantifiable Scope-3 reductions. US EPAeur-lex.europa.eu
7.2 Regulatory Readiness
We comply with US EPA Effluent Guidelines, EU REACH nanoform disclosure, and forthcoming GCC emission-trading schemes—ensuring supply continuity in jurisdictions tightening carbon policies. ChemAnalyst
8. Innovation & R&D Leadership
EV Tread Technology—Our high-structure Petro CB-EV grade withstands 20–30 percent higher torque loads without sacrificing rolling resistance.
Digital Twin Support—Customers access a secure web tool that predicts modulus, Shore A, and heat-build-up from recipe inputs, shortening development cycles.
Circular Feedstocks—We actively trial pyrolytic oils and bio-aromatics to diversify inputs and limit fossil dependence.
9. Supply Chain & Logistics Excellence
Dedicated carbon black silos at Mersin, Jebel Ali, and Shanghai ports, combined with telemetry-enabled VMI programs at customer sites, ensure consistent on-time deliveries.
10. Future Outlook (2026–2035)
Global nameplate capacity is forecast to exceed 21 million t by 2032, yet conductive and specialty blacks will remain structurally tight. We plan to add significant rCB capacity and co-invest in a green-hydrogen acetylene feedstock pilot—supporting the world’s shift to low-carbon mobility and electrification.
11. Why Partner With Us?
High Production and Supply Capacity—continuous output and diversified hubs.
Cost Leadership—competitive pricing without quality trade-offs.
Technical Depth—from compound design to life-cycle analysis.
Sustainability—data-backed carbon-reduction pathways for your ESG reporting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is carbon black and how is it produced?
Carbon black is a nearly pure elemental-carbon material formed by the partial combustion or thermal decomposition of heavy hydrocarbons. The furnace process—our primary route—injects aromatic oil into a hot gas stream, forming aerosolized particles that are quenched, separated, and pelletized, enabling tight control over particle size distribution and structure.Why does carbon black improve tire performance?
Dispersed carbon black forms a reinforcing filler network that boosts tensile strength and abrasion life by up to threefold, dissipates heat, and shields rubber from ultraviolet-induced degradation—crucial for high-torque electric vehicles.How does Petro Naft guarantee batch-to-batch consistency?
Inline laser scatter and rheometry check every silo, while each shipment carries a Certificate of Analysis matching ASTM D1765, D2414, and D6556 limits. “Golden samples” retained for three years enable rapid root-cause analysis.What environmental rules govern carbon black manufacture?
Key frameworks include the US EPA’s APCP guidelines, EU REACH nanoform particle-size disclosure, and emerging Middle-East emission caps—each influencing plant design, abatement, and documentation.How is carbon black pricing determined?
Pricing tracks heavy-aromatic feedstock costs, regional supply-demand balance, freight rates, and currency movements. For example, North-American spot prices held near USD 2 000 t in early 2025 amid muted tire demand. ChemAnalystWhat benefits does recovered carbon black (rCB) offer?
rCB replaces virgin carbon black in many rubber and plastic applications while cutting lifecycle CO₂ emissions by ~80 percent and diverting end-of-life tires from landfills.How does Petro Naft support customer sustainability goals?
We provide shipment-specific carbon footprints, ISCC-Plus mass-balance certification pathways, and technical support for drop-in rCB substitutions—lowering Scope-3 emissions without lengthy requalification.Which industries beyond tires use Petro Naft carbon black?
High-jet architectural coatings, conductive polymers for 5G infrastructure, and lithium-ion battery producers rely on our specialty and acetylene blacks for performance, regulatory compliance, and reliability.How will electrification trends reshape carbon black demand?
EV adoption drives demand for conductive battery additives and low-rolling-resistance treads. Specialty blacks are expected to outpace overall market growth, tightening supply mid-decade.What logistics services does Petro Naft provide?
We offer multimodal transport, pre-qualified liner bags, VMI, and Incoterms from EXW to DDP—plus live tracking and bunker-adjusted freight optimization.Who is the supplier of carbon black?
Integrated producers such as Birla Carbon, Cabot Corporation, Orion Engineered Carbons, and Petro Naft serve global markets with diverse grade portfolios.Who is the major producer of carbon black?
China leads in output, followed by India and the US. Corporate leaders include Cabot and Birla—each exceeding one million t year⁻¹ across multiple continents.What is the manufacturing of carbon black?
Manufacturing routes include furnace, thermal, channel, and acetylene processes; furnace black dominates due to feedstock flexibility and precise property control.Where is carbon black sourced?
Feedstocks stem from petroleum-refining streams (coker pyrolysis oils, FCC slurry), coal-tar distillation, and increasingly from circular pyrolytic oils. Production clusters align with refinery hubs across North America, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East.
References
Carbon Black Market Size, Share and Growth Report 2024-2035 Grand View Research
Global Carbon Black Market Outlook 2024-2030 ChemAnalyst
North America Carbon Black Price Trend Q1 2025 US EPA
EPA AP-42 Chapter 6.1 Carbon Black Manufacturing Tire Technology International
Lifecycle Analysis of Recovered Carbon Black eur-lex.europa.eu
We look forward to powering your innovations with dependable, future-ready carbon black solutions—delivered on time, every time.
Prepared by the PetroNaft Co. research team.
