Potassium Sulphate Global Market Report 2024

The potassium sulphate market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.06 billion in 2023 to $5.5 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to agricultural demand, global population growth, shift in crop patterns, environmental regulations.

The potassium sulphate market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.89 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. The growth observed in the historic period can be attributed to factors such as increased agricultural demand, global population growth, changes in crop patterns, and the influence of environmental regulations.

The potassium sulphate market is experiencing growth driven by an increased demand for food crops, particularly in the agricultural sector. Potassium sulphate finds various applications in agriculture, with its use being optimal for promoting crop growth in soils that accumulate chloride from irrigation water. The popularity of potassium sulphate in agriculture is rising due to its low chloride content, which is crucial for preventing harm to crops. Notably, the Agriculture Ministry of India reported a record production of food grains in the country, reaching 314.51 million tons, surpassing the average grain production of the previous five years by 23.8 million tons. Additionally, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) projects a nearly 15% increase in global crop production by 2029. This surge in agricultural production is expected to drive the demand for potassium sulphate during the forecast period.

The growth of the potassium sulphate market is further fueled by the increasing demand for organic food. Organic food production involves environmentally sustainable and natural farming practices, minimizing the use of synthetic chemicals. Potassium sulphate plays a vital role in organic foods as an essential macronutrient, supporting various physiological processes in plants and maintaining optimal growth conditions. It serves as a balanced source of potassium, crucial for root development, flowering, and fruiting. According to the Organic Trade Association, there has been a significant increase in organic food sales, with numbers rising from 59,149 in 2021 to 61,670 in 2022. This rising demand for organic food is a key driver for the growth of the potassium sulphate market.

Major companies in the potassium sulfate market are strategically focusing on introducing advanced solutions, such as oral solutions, to gain a competitive advantage. An example of this is Lupin Limited, an India-based pharmaceutical company, which launched the Suprep Bowel Prep Kit in September 2023. This oral solution, approved by the US Food and Drug Administration, is designed for colon cleansing as a preparation for colonoscopy. The Suprep Bowel Prep Kit contains sodium sulfate, potassium sulfate, and magnesium sulfate, offering a more affordable option for patients.

The strategic approach adopted by major companies in the potassium sulfate market is the formation of partnerships to enhance their competitive position. Van Iperen International, a Dutch-based company specializing in specialty fertilizers and biostimulants, entered into a partnership with Cinis Fertilizer, a Sweden-based green tech company, in October 2021. This collaboration aims to bring innovation to the agricultural sector through new technologies and the production and marketing of sustainable and circular potassium sulfate fertilizer.

In July 2022, Tessenderlo Group, a Belgium-based chemicals company, engaged in a merger with Picanol Group. This merger aims to increase transparency and simplify the group structure, combining both companies into one industrial group. Picanol Group is a diversified industrial group in Belgium, involved in mechanical engineering, agriculture, food, water management, and other industrial markets.

Major companies operating in the potassium sulphate market report are BASF SE, Yara International ASA, Evonik Industries AG, Sociedad Química y Minera SA, EuroChem Group AG, K+S KALI GmbH, Sinofert Holdings Limited, Chambal Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd., Tessenderlo Group NV, JSC Belaruskali, GS Fertlisers & Chemicals Ltd., Migao Corporation, Arab Potash Company, Compass Minerals International Inc., Achema Group, Mangalore Chemicals & Fertilizers Ltd., EID Parry (India) Ltd., AVIC International Holding Ltd., Archean Group, Jaypee Agri Ltd., Zhejiang Jiali Renewable Resources Co. Ltd., Shandong Lianmeng Chemical Group Ltd., Zuari Agro Chemicals Ltd., Polyformes Limited, General Plastics Manufacturing Company Ltd., Gansu Xinchuan Fertilizer Co. Ltd., Shijiazhuang Hehe Chemical Fertilizer Ltd., Oswal Agrochem Ltd., Deepak Nitrite Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the potassium sulphate market in 2023. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the potassium sulphate market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the potassium sulphate market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The main forms of potassium sulphate include solid and liquid. Solid potassium sulphate is a colorless or white odorless solid. These provide essential nutrients to the plant and aids in improving the yield of the food grains and vegetables. The different potassium sulphate grades include food, agricultural, technical and pharmaceutical. The potassium sulphate processes include mannheim process, sulphate salts reaction, brine processing and other processes. The end-use industries for potassium sulphate include agriculture, industrial, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and food and beverages.

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The potassium sulphate market consists of sales of potassium sulphate as a cleansing agent in surgeries and also as a salt substitute. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.


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