Industrial Salts Market Report 2025

The industrial salts market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $15.43 billion in 2024 to $16.14 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to chemical industry growth, water treatment applications, snow and ice control, food processing, metal processing.

The industrial salts market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $20.25 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to renewable energy initiatives, environmental regulations, urbanization and construction, health and wellness trends, economic development in emerging markets. Major trends in the forecast period include technological advancements in ABE production, expansion of chemical industry, rising importance in water treatment, advancements in salt production technologies, investments in research and development.

The rising number of water treatment projects is anticipated to drive growth in the industrial salt market. Water treatment involves purifying water for use or restoring it to its natural state. Industrial salts play a vital role in water treatment by eliminating impurities and unwanted substances, as well as reducing the concentration of waste in water supplies utilized for both domestic and industrial purposes or released back into the environment. Furthermore, various government initiatives are being enacted to enhance water quality, which supports the demand for water treatment projects. For example, in 2023, a report from the Global Water Awards highlighted a significant increase in biogas utilization at wastewater treatment plants, resulting in over 200 MW of additional power generated during the year. This growth indicates that more than 10% of the total energy consumption at these plants is now produced internally. Additionally, the implementation of the ADSWS's Project Scan sewage network monitoring program had its first significant impact in 2023, leading to improved efficiency and management in the wastewater sector.

The growth trajectory of the industrial salts market is poised to escalate owing to the burgeoning oil and gas sector. This sector encompasses global processes such as exploration, extraction, refining, transportation, and marketing of petroleum products. Industrial salts play a pivotal role in these operations, contributing to their efficiency and safety. In drilling operations, salt is utilized to enhance the density of mud and soil, ensuring safer and more efficient drilling. Additionally, in the refining process, salt aids in eliminating water from the final product, facilitating the production of high-quality petroleum products. For instance, as of March 2023, the U.S. Energy Information Administration reported an increase in U.S. crude oil output to 12.4 million b/d from the previous record of 11.7 million b/d in 2022. Hence, the expanding oil and gas sector acts as a driving force for the industrial salts market.

A significant trend in the industrial salt market revolves around strategic partnerships among major players. These collaborations aim to leverage collective resources and expand into new markets. An example includes the partnership between Nippon Shokubai, a Japanese chemical manufacturer, and Arkema, a U.S.-based specialty materials manufacturer. This strategic alliance, formed in May 2022, focuses on establishing a factory for the production of ultrapure electrolyte salt known as LiFSI (Lithium bis(fluorosulfonyl)imide). LiFSI serves as a crucial component in battery cells for electric mobility. This partnership highlights the trend of industry leaders joining forces to capitalize on their strengths and explore new market opportunities.

Key players within the industrial salts market are strategically engaging in collaborations to secure a competitive advantage. These partnerships primarily focus on investments in industrial salt plants, emphasizing alliances geared towards optimizing production, distribution, and utilization. For instance, in August 2023, Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation, a semi-autonomous entity based in Pakistan, entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Miracle Saltworks Collective Inc., a US-based company specializing in Himalayan crystal salt. The objective is to establish a high-quality pink rock salt crushing and packaging facility exclusively for salt exports. Under this arrangement, the US company is set to invest $200 million for the creation of this specialized facility. The non-binding MoU outlines plans to establish a cutting-edge pink rock salt crushing and packaging facility, aligning with the export theme of 'Pink Prosperity'.

In May 2023, Cargill's salt business, a leading player in the U.S. salt industry, entered into an agreement with CIECH Group, a European supplier of evaporated salt products. This partnership is designed to expand Cargill's portfolio by broadening its range of specialty and evaporated food-salt solutions for food manufacturers throughout the European market. Through this collaboration with CIECH Group, Cargill aims to address the increasing demand for high-quality food-salt products and bolster its standing in the competitive European food manufacturing landscape.

Major companies operating in the industrial salts market are Cargill Incorporated, Mitsui & Co. Ltd., Nouryon Chemicals Holding B.V, Rio Tinto Group, Compass Minerals International Inc., INEOS Group AG, K+S AG, Wacker Chemie AG, Akzo Nobel N.V., Occidental Petroleum Corporation, Solvay S.A., Dominion Salt Ltd., ICL Group Ltd., Salt Union Ltd., Swiss Saltworks AG, Atisale SpA, Salins Group, Kopalnia Soli Wieliczka SA, Dampier Salt Ltd., Morton Salt Inc., Qinghai Salt Lake Industry Co. Ltd., Henan Huayang Salt Chemical Co. Ltd., Shandong Haihua Group Co. Ltd., Ciech S.A., Tata Chemicals North America Inc., China National Salt Industry Corporation, Tata Chemicals Limited, Salinas Salt Company, San Francisco Salt Company, SaltWorks Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the industrial salts market share in 2024. The regions covered in the industrial salts market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the industrial salts market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Industrial salt, derived from natural sources, comprises finely processed, white crystalline granules with diverse applications. It finds suitability in various sectors, including detergent manufacturing, textile dyeing, resin production, and multiple chemical processes.

The primary sources of industrial salt encompass rock salt and natural brine. Rock salt, composed of halite formation from ancient water bodies within the Earth's rocky layers, serves as a significant source. Utilized extensively in industrial applications such as surface treatment, galvanization, color enhancement, and diverse chemical processes, it undergoes manufacturing processes like conventional mining, solar evaporation, and vacuum evaporation. Its widespread usage spans sectors like agriculture, chemical and food processing, water treatment, de-icing applications, and within the oil and gas industry.

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The industrial salts market consists of sales of sodium chloride, anhydrous magnesium sulphate, epsom salt, potassium chloride and potassium sulphate. 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.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

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