Attapulgite Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By End-use (Chemicals, Oil & Gas, Pet Waste Absorbents, Fertilizer & Agrochemical), By Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, MEA), And Segment Forecasts, 2025 - 2030

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Attapulgite Market Growth & Trends
The global attapulgite market size is expected treach USD 349.9 million by 2030, registering a CAGR of 2.8% from 2025 t2030, according ta new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Increase use of the attapulgite mineral in pet waste absorbents, such as cat litter, is projected tassist in the market growth. The pet waste absorbents segment accounted for a volume share of 12.9% in the global market. The mineral is used in the manufacturing of absorbent products, which are primarily used as pet litter for cats, birds, dogs, and guinea pigs.
It absorbs 300% more liquid or urine compared tother minerals in pet litter applications and alshas the ability trestore itself while staying intact. Superior absorbent properties of attapulgite prevent the clumping of pet waste. It alsdraws moisture and smell from animal/pet feces. It is lighter in nature compared tbentonite pet litter products. These products provide several advantages, such as they are economical, have excellent odor control & absorbing capacity, and can be recycled.
Attapulgite products are widely used in oil drilling applications. Some of the advantages of attapulgite-based suspending agents are effective in lost circulation methods, easy availability, low cost compared tother lost circulation methods, and high shelf life of up t24 months. In addition, these products remain stable at high temperatures and high-pressure conditions at the bottom of oil wells. Hence, an increase in the demand for oil & gas products is likely tfuel market growth over the coming years.
The U.S. has large deposits of attapulgite in Florida and Georgia states, wherein multinational companies, such as BASF, hold a prominent position. The country is among the leading producers and consumers of attapulgite minerals and related products. The demand for the product from refining & processing in the oil & gas industry is projected tassist in the market growth in the long run. BASF is the leading producer and processor of attapulgite minerals. The company’s mining operations cover over 16,000 acres of area in Florida and Georgia.
Attapulgite Market Report Highlights
Attapulgite Market Growth & Trends
The global attapulgite market size is expected treach USD 349.9 million by 2030, registering a CAGR of 2.8% from 2025 t2030, according ta new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Increase use of the attapulgite mineral in pet waste absorbents, such as cat litter, is projected tassist in the market growth. The pet waste absorbents segment accounted for a volume share of 12.9% in the global market. The mineral is used in the manufacturing of absorbent products, which are primarily used as pet litter for cats, birds, dogs, and guinea pigs.
It absorbs 300% more liquid or urine compared tother minerals in pet litter applications and alshas the ability trestore itself while staying intact. Superior absorbent properties of attapulgite prevent the clumping of pet waste. It alsdraws moisture and smell from animal/pet feces. It is lighter in nature compared tbentonite pet litter products. These products provide several advantages, such as they are economical, have excellent odor control & absorbing capacity, and can be recycled.
Attapulgite products are widely used in oil drilling applications. Some of the advantages of attapulgite-based suspending agents are effective in lost circulation methods, easy availability, low cost compared tother lost circulation methods, and high shelf life of up t24 months. In addition, these products remain stable at high temperatures and high-pressure conditions at the bottom of oil wells. Hence, an increase in the demand for oil & gas products is likely tfuel market growth over the coming years.
The U.S. has large deposits of attapulgite in Florida and Georgia states, wherein multinational companies, such as BASF, hold a prominent position. The country is among the leading producers and consumers of attapulgite minerals and related products. The demand for the product from refining & processing in the oil & gas industry is projected tassist in the market growth in the long run. BASF is the leading producer and processor of attapulgite minerals. The company’s mining operations cover over 16,000 acres of area in Florida and Georgia.
Attapulgite Market Report Highlights
- The oil and gas segment dominated the market and accounted for the largest revenue share of 24.2% in 2024.
- The fertilizer and agrochemical segment is expected tgrow at a CAGR of 5.1% from 2025 t2030, owing tits application as a soil conditioner and absorbent in agricultural practices.
- The North America attapulgite market dominated the global market and accounted for the largest revenue share of 52.5% in 2024. This growth can be attributed tthe robust demand from the oil and gas sector, where attapulgite is an essential component in drilling fluids.
- The Asia Pacific attapulgite market is expected tgrow at a CAGR of 3.4% over the forecast period, owing tthe expanding industrial activities and increasing demand from various sectors such as pharmaceuticals and agriculture.
CHAPTER 1. METHODOLOGY AND SCOPE
1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
1.2. Market Definition
1.3. Information Procurement
1.3.1. Purchased Database
1.3.2. GVR’s Internal Database
1.3.3. Secondary Sources & Third-Party Perspectives
1.3.4. Primary Research
1.4. Information Analysis
1.4.1. Data Analysis Models
1.5. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
1.6. Data Validation & Publishing
CHAPTER 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
2.1. Market Insights
2.2. Segmental Outlook
2.3. Competitive Outlook
CHAPTER 3. ATTAPULGITE MARKET VARIABLES, TRENDS & SCOPE
3.1. Global Attapulgite Market Outlook
3.2. Industry Value Chain Analysis
3.3. Average Price Trend Analysis
3.4. Supply-Demand Gap Analysis, 2024
3.5. Regulatory Framework
3.5.1. Policies and Incentive Plans
3.5.2. Standards and Compliances
3.5.3. Regulatory Impact Analysis
3.6. Market Dynamics
3.6.1. Market Driver Analysis
3.6.2. Market Restraint Analysis
3.6.3. Industry Challenges
3.7. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
3.7.1. Supplier Power
3.7.2. Buyer Power
3.7.3. Substitution Threat
3.7.4. Threat From New Entrant
3.7.5. Competitive Rivalry
3.8. PESTEL Analysis
3.8.1. Political Landscape
3.8.2. Economic Landscape
3.8.3. Social Landscape
3.8.4. Technological Landscape
3.8.5. Environmental Landscape
3.8.6. Legal Landscape
CHAPTER 4. ATTAPULGITE MARKET: END USE OUTLOOK ESTIMATES & FORECASTS
4.1. Attapulgite Market: End Use Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2030
4.1.1. Oil & Gas
4.1.1.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
4.1.2. Fertilizer & Agrochemical
4.1.2.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
4.1.3. Chemicals
4.1.3.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
4.1.4. Pet Waste Absorbents
4.1.4.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
4.1.5. Others
4.1.5.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
CHAPTER 5. ATTAPULGITE MARKET REGIONAL OUTLOOK ESTIMATES & FORECASTS
5.1. Regional Snapshot
5.2. Attapulgite Market: Regional Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2030
5.3. North America
5.3.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.3.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.3.3. U.S.
5.3.3.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.3.3.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.3.4. Canada
5.3.4.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.3.4.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.3.5. Mexico
5.3.5.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.3.5.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.4. Europe
5.4.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.4.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.4.3. Spain
5.4.3.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.4.3.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.4.4. Germany
5.4.4.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.4.4.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.4.5. Russia
5.4.5.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.4.5.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5. Asia Pacific
5.5.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.3. China
5.5.3.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.3.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.4. India
5.5.4.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.4.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.5. Japan
5.5.5.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.5.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.6. Bangladesh
5.5.6.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.6.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.7. Indonesia
5.5.7.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.7.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.6. Latin America
5.6.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.6.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.7. Middle East & Africa
5.7.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.7.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.7.3. UAE
5.7.3.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.7.3.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.7.4. South Africa
5.7.4.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.7.4.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
CHAPTER 6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1. Recent Developments & Impact Analysis, By Key Market Participants
6.2. Vendor Landscape
6.2.1. Company Categorization
6.2.2. List Of Key Distributors and Channel Partners
6.2.3. List Of Potential Customers/End Users
6.3. Competitive Dynamics
6.3.1. Competitive Benchmarking
6.3.2. Strategy Mapping
6.3.3. Heat Map Analysis
6.4. Company Profiles/Listing
6.4.1. Clariant
6.4.1.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.1.2. Financial Performance
6.4.1.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.1.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.2. Hudson Resources Ltd.
6.4.2.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.2.2. Financial Performance
6.4.2.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.2.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.3. Tolsa
6.4.3.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.3.2. Financial Performance
6.4.3.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.3.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.4. Active Minerals International LLC
6.4.4.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.4.2. Financial Performance
6.4.4.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.4.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.5. Geohellas
6.4.5.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.5.2. Financial Performance
6.4.5.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.5.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.6. Oil-Dri Corporation of America
6.4.6.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.6.2. Financial Performance
6.4.6.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.6.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.7. MYTA a SAMCA Group Company
6.4.7.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.7.2. Financial Performance
6.4.7.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.7.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.8. Sun Silicates (Pty) Ltd.
6.4.8.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.8.2. Financial Performance
6.4.8.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.8.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.9. Active Minerals International
6.4.9.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.9.2. Financial Performance
6.4.9.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.9.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.10. Sepiolsa
6.4.10.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.10.2. Financial Performance
6.4.10.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.10.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.11. G&W Mineral Resources
6.4.11.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.11.2. Financial Performance
6.4.11.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.11.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.12. Swell Well Minechem Pvt. Ltd.
6.4.12.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.12.2. Financial Performance
6.4.12.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.12.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.13. Kutch Bento Clay
6.4.13.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.13.2. Financial Performance
6.4.13.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.13.4. Strategic Initiatives
1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
1.2. Market Definition
1.3. Information Procurement
1.3.1. Purchased Database
1.3.2. GVR’s Internal Database
1.3.3. Secondary Sources & Third-Party Perspectives
1.3.4. Primary Research
1.4. Information Analysis
1.4.1. Data Analysis Models
1.5. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
1.6. Data Validation & Publishing
CHAPTER 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
2.1. Market Insights
2.2. Segmental Outlook
2.3. Competitive Outlook
CHAPTER 3. ATTAPULGITE MARKET VARIABLES, TRENDS & SCOPE
3.1. Global Attapulgite Market Outlook
3.2. Industry Value Chain Analysis
3.3. Average Price Trend Analysis
3.4. Supply-Demand Gap Analysis, 2024
3.5. Regulatory Framework
3.5.1. Policies and Incentive Plans
3.5.2. Standards and Compliances
3.5.3. Regulatory Impact Analysis
3.6. Market Dynamics
3.6.1. Market Driver Analysis
3.6.2. Market Restraint Analysis
3.6.3. Industry Challenges
3.7. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
3.7.1. Supplier Power
3.7.2. Buyer Power
3.7.3. Substitution Threat
3.7.4. Threat From New Entrant
3.7.5. Competitive Rivalry
3.8. PESTEL Analysis
3.8.1. Political Landscape
3.8.2. Economic Landscape
3.8.3. Social Landscape
3.8.4. Technological Landscape
3.8.5. Environmental Landscape
3.8.6. Legal Landscape
CHAPTER 4. ATTAPULGITE MARKET: END USE OUTLOOK ESTIMATES & FORECASTS
4.1. Attapulgite Market: End Use Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2030
4.1.1. Oil & Gas
4.1.1.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
4.1.2. Fertilizer & Agrochemical
4.1.2.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
4.1.3. Chemicals
4.1.3.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
4.1.4. Pet Waste Absorbents
4.1.4.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
4.1.5. Others
4.1.5.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
CHAPTER 5. ATTAPULGITE MARKET REGIONAL OUTLOOK ESTIMATES & FORECASTS
5.1. Regional Snapshot
5.2. Attapulgite Market: Regional Movement Analysis, 2024 & 2030
5.3. North America
5.3.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.3.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.3.3. U.S.
5.3.3.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.3.3.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.3.4. Canada
5.3.4.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.3.4.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.3.5. Mexico
5.3.5.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.3.5.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.4. Europe
5.4.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.4.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.4.3. Spain
5.4.3.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.4.3.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.4.4. Germany
5.4.4.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.4.4.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.4.5. Russia
5.4.5.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.4.5.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5. Asia Pacific
5.5.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.3. China
5.5.3.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.3.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.4. India
5.5.4.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.4.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.5. Japan
5.5.5.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.5.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.6. Bangladesh
5.5.6.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.6.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.7. Indonesia
5.5.7.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.5.7.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.6. Latin America
5.6.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.6.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.7. Middle East & Africa
5.7.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.7.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.7.3. UAE
5.7.3.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.7.3.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.7.4. South Africa
5.7.4.1. Market Estimates and Forecast, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
5.7.4.2. Market Estimates and Forecast, By End Use, 2018 - 2030 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
CHAPTER 6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
6.1. Recent Developments & Impact Analysis, By Key Market Participants
6.2. Vendor Landscape
6.2.1. Company Categorization
6.2.2. List Of Key Distributors and Channel Partners
6.2.3. List Of Potential Customers/End Users
6.3. Competitive Dynamics
6.3.1. Competitive Benchmarking
6.3.2. Strategy Mapping
6.3.3. Heat Map Analysis
6.4. Company Profiles/Listing
6.4.1. Clariant
6.4.1.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.1.2. Financial Performance
6.4.1.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.1.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.2. Hudson Resources Ltd.
6.4.2.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.2.2. Financial Performance
6.4.2.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.2.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.3. Tolsa
6.4.3.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.3.2. Financial Performance
6.4.3.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.3.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.4. Active Minerals International LLC
6.4.4.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.4.2. Financial Performance
6.4.4.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.4.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.5. Geohellas
6.4.5.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.5.2. Financial Performance
6.4.5.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.5.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.6. Oil-Dri Corporation of America
6.4.6.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.6.2. Financial Performance
6.4.6.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.6.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.7. MYTA a SAMCA Group Company
6.4.7.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.7.2. Financial Performance
6.4.7.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.7.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.8. Sun Silicates (Pty) Ltd.
6.4.8.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.8.2. Financial Performance
6.4.8.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.8.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.9. Active Minerals International
6.4.9.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.9.2. Financial Performance
6.4.9.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.9.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.10. Sepiolsa
6.4.10.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.10.2. Financial Performance
6.4.10.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.10.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.11. G&W Mineral Resources
6.4.11.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.11.2. Financial Performance
6.4.11.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.11.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.12. Swell Well Minechem Pvt. Ltd.
6.4.12.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.12.2. Financial Performance
6.4.12.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.12.4. Strategic Initiatives
6.4.13. Kutch Bento Clay
6.4.13.1. Participant’s Overview
6.4.13.2. Financial Performance
6.4.13.3. Product Benchmarking
6.4.13.4. Strategic Initiatives