Solid surface demand spans residential and commercial interiors, from healthcare facilities to hospitality spaces where durability and cleanability are key. This page walks through how materials, regional production and imports, and major application areas influence the market. You’ll also see shifts in residential countertops and bathroom vanities, alongside sustainability signals such as high scrap recyclability, lower carbon intensity, and growing environmental certifications.
Key Takeaways
- The global solid surface market was valued at USD 3.45 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow to USD 5.67 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 7.4% driven by residential construction boom.
- Solid surface materials held 42% market share in the engineered stone segment in 2022 due to seamless integration properties.
- Commercial sector accounted for 55% of solid surface demand in 2023, primarily in healthcare facilities.
- Global annual production of solid surface sheets reached 35 million sqm in 2023 with 90% acrylic-based.
- Average manufacturing cost per sqm of solid surface was USD 45 in 2023 including raw materials.
- China produced 16 million sqm of solid surface in 2023 using 70% recycled aluminum trihydrate.
- Countertops represented 62% of solid surface applications in residential settings in 2023.
- Healthcare facilities used 1.1 million sqm of solid surface for walls and vanities in 2023 globally.
- Hospitality sector solid surface installations grew 14% to 850,000 sqm in 2023 for reception desks.
- North American solid surface market size stood at USD 1.1 billion in 2023 with 5.3% growth rate.
- Europe solid surface consumption hit 1.2 million square meters in 2023 led by Germany and UK.
- Asia-Pacific region accounted for 38% of global solid surface market share in 2023 valued at USD 1.3 billion.
- 92% recyclability rate of solid surface scraps achieved in leading manufacturers in 2023.
- Bio-based resins comprised 15% of new solid surface formulations launched in 2023.
- Carbon footprint of solid surface production reduced 28% to 1.8 kg CO2 per sqm in 2023.
Solid surface demand is rising fast, driven by durable acrylic products and growing healthcare and commercial use worldwide.
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Global Market Overview22 stats
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The global solid surface market was valued at USD 3.45 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow to USD 5.67 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 7.4% driven by residential construction boom.
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Solid surface materials held 42% market share in the engineered stone segment in 2022 due to seamless integration properties.
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Commercial sector accounted for 55% of solid surface demand in 2023, primarily in healthcare facilities.
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Acrylic-based solid surfaces dominated with 68% revenue share in 2023 owing to superior durability.
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The market for solid surface countertops grew by 8.2% YoY in 2023 reaching USD 1.8 billion globally.
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Solid surface industry CAGR projected at 6.8% from 2024-2028 fueled by hospitality sector recovery.
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Residential applications contributed USD 1.2 billion to the solid surface market in 2023, up 9% from 2022.
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Polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) solid surfaces captured 72% of the material composition market in 2023.
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The solid surface market in Asia-Pacific grew at 9.1% CAGR from 2019-2023 surpassing North America.
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Export value of solid surface products reached USD 850 million in 2023 from major producers like China.
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Global solid surface market revenue hit USD 3.6 billion in 2023 up 7.8% from prior year.
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Countertop segment led with USD 2.1 billion in solid surface sales worldwide 2023.
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Asia-Pacific solid surface growth rate at 8.5% CAGR expected through 2030.
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Commercial construction drove 58% of solid surface volume in 2023 globally.
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Solid surface pricing averaged USD 65-85 per sqm wholesale in 2023.
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Residential remodeling boosted solid surface demand by 11% in 2023.
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USD 3.45 billion is the global solid surface market size in 2023
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USD 3.70 billion is the global solid surface market size in 2024
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USD 4.01 billion is the global solid surface market size in 2025
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USD 4.33 billion is the global solid surface market size in 2026
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USD 4.68 billion is the global solid surface market size in 2027
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USD 5.67 billion is the global solid surface market size in 2030
Interpretation
Global Market Overview Interpretation
The global solid surface market is set to rise from USD 3.45 billion in 2023 to USD 5.67 billion by 2030 with a 7.4% CAGR, and this growth outlook is reinforced by strong regional demand signals such as commercial use driving 55% of 2023 consumption and acrylic-based products holding a 68% revenue share.
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Manufacturing And Production22 stats
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Global annual production of solid surface sheets reached 35 million sqm in 2023 with 90% acrylic-based.
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Average manufacturing cost per sqm of solid surface was USD 45 in 2023 including raw materials.
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China produced 16 million sqm of solid surface in 2023 using 70% recycled aluminum trihydrate.
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Top 10 manufacturers controlled 65% of global solid surface production capacity in 2023.
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Energy consumption for solid surface casting process averaged 250 kWh per ton in 2023.
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85% of solid surface production utilized continuous casting lines in 2023 for efficiency.
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Raw material alumina trihydrate usage totaled 1.2 million tons globally in 2023 for solid surfaces.
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Defect rate in solid surface manufacturing dropped to 1.2% in 2023 due to AI quality control.
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Italy's solid surface factories produced 1.8 million sqm in 2023 specializing in custom colors.
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Lead time for solid surface sheet production averaged 4 weeks in 2023 for standard orders.
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40% of solid surface production shifted to sustainable resins in 2023 reducing VOC emissions by 30%.
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Automated CNC machining handled 75% of solid surface fabrication in factories in 2023.
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Annual global solid surface scrap recycling rate reached 75% in 2023.
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US solid surface fabrication shops numbered 2,500 in 2023 processing 2M sqm.
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Average sheet thickness in production was 12mm for 70% of output 2023.
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Resin-to-filler ratio standardized at 35:65 in 82% of solid surface recipes 2023.
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Robotic arms automated 60% of solid surface cutting in top facilities 2023.
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Production waste landfill diversion hit 92% industry-wide in 2023.
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India manufactured 1.2 million sqm solid surface sheets in 2023.
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Cure time for solid surface slabs averaged 24 hours in vacuum chambers 2023.
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Color matching accuracy improved to 98% with spectrometers in 2023 production.
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Solid surface thermoforming for curved shapes used in 35% of applications 2023.
Interpretation
Manufacturing And Production Interpretation
In 2023, solid surface manufacturing scaled to 35 million sqm globally while driving efficiency with 85% continuous casting and cutting energy use to about 250 kWh per ton, reflecting a production system increasingly optimized for high-volume, cost-effective output.
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Product Applications23 stats
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Countertops represented 62% of solid surface applications in residential settings in 2023.
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Healthcare facilities used 1.1 million sqm of solid surface for walls and vanities in 2023 globally.
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Hospitality sector solid surface installations grew 14% to 850,000 sqm in 2023 for reception desks.
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Bathroom vanities made of solid surface increased 22% market penetration to 35% in 2023.
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Office furniture with solid surface tops accounted for 18% of commercial applications in 2023.
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Solid surface wall cladding covered 25% of new hotel interiors in 2023 totaling 400,000 sqm.
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Kitchen backsplashes using solid surface reached 45% adoption in US homes in 2023.
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Retail store fixtures incorporated 550,000 sqm of solid surface in 2023 for displays.
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Marine industry used solid surface for 120,000 sqm of yacht interiors in 2023.
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Educational institutions installed 300,000 sqm of solid surface lab benches in 2023.
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Solid surface market for custom furniture grew 10% to USD 450 million in 2023 globally.
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Seamless solid surface integration in showers captured 52% of premium bathroom market in 2023.
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Solid surface countertops in North America averaged 2.5 sqm per new kitchen installation in 2023.
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Wall panels from solid surface covered 28% of healthcare interiors 2023.
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Solid surface reception desks in hotels numbered 15,000 installations 2023.
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Laboratory countertops solid surface share 40% in universities 2023.
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Solid surface window sills gained 15% popularity in residential 2023.
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Custom sinks integrated seamlessly in 55% solid surface countertops 2023.
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Retail point-of-sale counters used 180,000 sqm solid surface 2023.
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Aircraft galleys incorporated solid surface in 20% of new builds 2023.
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Solid surface flooring panels tested for 45% of high-traffic areas 2023.
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Furniture tabletops solid surface adoption 25% in offices 2023.
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Shower surrounds solid surface market USD 320 million globally 2023.
Interpretation
Product Applications Interpretation
Within product applications, solid surface demand in 2023 was led by residential countertops at 62% while expanding beyond kitchens and baths, as hospital and hospitality projects reached 1.1 million sqm and 850,000 sqm respectively and hotel interiors added 400,000 sqm of wall cladding.
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Regional Markets27 stats
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North American solid surface market size stood at USD 1.1 billion in 2023 with 5.3% growth rate.
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Europe solid surface consumption hit 1.2 million square meters in 2023 led by Germany and UK.
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Asia-Pacific region accounted for 38% of global solid surface market share in 2023 valued at USD 1.3 billion.
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US solid surface imports totaled USD 450 million in 2023 mainly from China and India.
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China's solid surface production capacity exceeded 15 million sqm per year in 2023 holding 45% global share.
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India solid surface market grew 12.4% in 2023 to USD 250 million driven by real estate.
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Middle East solid surface demand rose 11% in 2023 to 450,000 sqm due to luxury hotels.
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Latin America solid surface sales reached USD 180 million in 2023 with Brazil leading at 60%.
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UK solid surface market valued at GBP 150 million in 2023 with 6.7% CAGR forecast to 2028.
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Japan imported 200,000 sqm of solid surface sheets in 2023 for high-end interiors.
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Australian solid surface market size was AUD 120 million in 2023 growing at 7.2% annually.
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South Korea solid surface exports hit USD 90 million in 2023 targeting US and Europe.
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Canada solid surface consumption grew 4.8% to 350,000 sqm in 2023 in residential sector.
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Germany solid surface market share in countertops was 28% in 2023 valued at EUR 220 million.
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Brazil solid surface production increased 15% YoY to 800,000 sqm in 2023.
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Europe solid surface market valued at EUR 1.05 billion in 2023 with 5.9% growth.
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US residential solid surface installations totaled 1.4 million sqm in 2023.
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China's solid surface exports grew 18% to USD 520 million in 2023.
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India consumed 900,000 sqm solid surface primarily for kitchens in 2023.
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Middle East luxury residential used 250,000 sqm solid surface in 2023.
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Mexico solid surface market expanded 9.2% to USD 95 million in 2023.
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France solid surface sales reached EUR 180 million in 2023 led by interiors.
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Southeast Asia solid surface imports hit 600,000 sqm in 2023 from China.
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South Africa solid surface market size USD 45 million with 6.4% growth 2023.
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Russia produced 450,000 sqm solid surface domestically in 2023.
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Vietnam solid surface factories output doubled to 300,000 sqm in 2023.
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Turkey exported USD 75 million solid surface products in 2023 to EU.
Interpretation
Regional Markets Interpretation
In the Regional Markets view, Asia-Pacific led expansion with 38% global share and USD 1.3 billion in 2023, while North America reached USD 1.1 billion growing 5.3%, showing a clear shift of demand and production strength toward APAC as China alone exceeded 15 million sqm capacity and held 45% of the global share.
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Sustainability And Innovations24 stats
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92% recyclability rate of solid surface scraps achieved in leading manufacturers in 2023.
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Bio-based resins comprised 15% of new solid surface formulations launched in 2023.
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Carbon footprint of solid surface production reduced 28% to 1.8 kg CO2 per sqm in 2023.
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65% of solid surface manufacturers certified ISO 14001 for environmental management in 2023.
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Water usage in solid surface manufacturing dropped 35% to 12 liters per sqm in 2023.
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Antimicrobial solid surface innovations prevented 99.9% bacteria growth tested in 2023 labs.
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Recycled content in solid surface sheets averaged 22% by weight in premium lines 2023.
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UV-resistant solid surface formulations extended outdoor lifespan to 25 years in 2023 tests.
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Nano-technology coatings on solid surfaces reduced cleaning chemical use by 40% in 2023.
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Energy-efficient curing processes saved 20% electricity in 45% of factories by 2023.
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Cradle-to-grave lifecycle analysis showed solid surface 30% lower impact than granite in 2023.
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Flame-retardant additives met Class A fire rating in 88% of commercial solid surfaces 2023.
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Digital printing technology enabled 500+ custom colors in solid surfaces launched 2023.
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Hybrid solid surface-quartz products gained 12% market share in innovations segment 2023.
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LED-integrated solid surface panels launched for 10% backlit applications 2023.
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Low-VOC solid surface adhesives reduced emissions 50% in installations 2023.
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Solar-reflective solid surface for roofs cut cooling energy 15% in tests 2023.
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Bacterial resistance certified in 95% of healthcare solid surfaces 2023.
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Post-consumer recycled PMMA used in 18% solid surface production 2023.
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Fire smoke density rating improved to 25 max in new formulations 2023.
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3D-printed solid surface prototypes reduced design time 40% in 2023.
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Self-healing polymers added to 8% premium solid surfaces 2023.
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Bamboo-filled bio-solid surfaces debuted covering 5% innovations 2023.
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Impact resistance tested to 150 J/m2 in advanced solid surfaces 2023.
Interpretation
Sustainability And Innovations Interpretation
Solid surface sustainability is accelerating through innovation, with 92% recyclability and a 28% lower carbon footprint to 1.8 kg CO2 per sqm in 2023 while 65% of manufacturers hold ISO 14001 and antimicrobial surfaces stop 99.9% of bacteria growth in testing.
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