Phosphoric Acid Market - Forecasts from 2025 to 2030

The phosphoric acid market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.79%, reaching a market size of US$64.214 billion in 2030 from US$53.257 billion in 2025.

Phosphoric acid is a type of inorganic acid that is primarily derived from phosphate rocks. This acid is colorless, odorless, and non-toxic. Phosphoric acid is often considered a non-volatile and crystalline liquid. Phosphoric acid has wide applications, including fertilizer production, as an additive in food and beverages, and some uses in pharmaceutical applications. This market is primarily driven by the globally growing demand for food due to the constantly increasing global population, which has led to an upsurge in agricultural output. Fertilizers are one of the major applications of phosphoric acid in fertilizer manufacturing, among others.

Additionally, the wide application of phosphoric acid in processed food and beverages as an additive for enhancing taste and the globally growing market for processed foods and beverages is also a key factor boosting this market's growth during the next five years.

• According to World Integrated Trade Solution, in 2021, the top exporters of Phosphoric acid and polyphosphoric acids are Morocco being at the top with 2,105,700,000 Kg, Jordan exporting 573,031,000 Kg, China exporting worth $494,362.12K, Senegal, and the United States exported 478,435,000 Kg and 499,885,000 Kg, respectively.
• In August 2022, India announced to become self-sufficient in Diammonium Phosphate (DAP), mining in Senegal, and production of DAP that would be done in India with 10 LMT DAP and NPK to be manufactured. The government of India has been supporting the Indian fertilizer companies in to supply chain.

Phosphoric acid market drivers

Globally growing fertilizer usage for food demand

One of the prime factors supplementing the constantly increasing demand for phosphoric acid is the globally growing food demand. Simultaneously, with the growing demand for food, fertilizers have also increased globally.

The growing population and significant growth in the urban population in both developed and developing economies are key factors bolstering the increasing food demand globally. According to the United Nations, the global population is expected to reach 9.7 billion by 2050.

The growing population is increasing the pressure on limited available land resources. Thus, with limited resources, more output is required. This has increased the propensity of farmers toward an increasing production output.

However, due to industrialization and urbanization, the expansion of agricultural land is considered comparatively tougher. This has led to an increased usage of urban farming practices, which further leads to an increase in the adoption of fertilizers and other nutrients required for enhancing crop growth. Thus playing a significant role in shaping the demand for phosphoric acid for fertilizer production.

Phosphoric acid market geographical outlook

The phosphoric acid market is segmented into five regions worldwide

By geography, the market is segmented into North America, South America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and Asia-Pacific. The major economies like China, Japan, India, and South Korea dominate the Asia-Pacific region. Some of the fastest-growing emerging economies are from this region, such as ASEAN countries.

The Asia-Pacific region is expected to see the fastest growth in phosphoric acid due to increasing applications in the manufacturing of DAP Fertiliser. North America is expected to have a significant market share for phosphoric acid due to its major utilization in the chemical industry.

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The phosphoric acid market is segmented and analyzed as follows:

By Application

• Fertilizers
• Food and Beverages
• Pharmaceutical
• Others

By Process

• Wet Process
• Thermal Process

By Geography

• North America
• South America
• Europe
• Middle East and Africa
• Asia-Pacific