A review of the application of quarry dust in cement-based materials

Quarry dust, produced as a byproduct during rock processing in quarries, presents both environmental challenges and opportunities for sustainable construction. When strategically used in construction applications, this material offers a promising way to reduce environmental impacts while improving economic viability through lower material costs and reduced carbon footprints. This paper reviews recent research on the application of quarry dust in cement-based materials within the construction industry. It highlights and concludes the chemical composition of quarry dust and the outcomes of replacing aggregate and cement. It often reported optima in the 10–30% range for replacing cement, while replacing aggregates can achieve 100%.