Sulfur Fertilizers Market Report 2025

The sulfur fertilizers market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $4.8 billion in 2024 to $4.93 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to depletion of soil sulfur levels, increased crop yield requirements, industrial emissions reduction, awareness of sulfur deficiency, transition to high-yield varieties.

The sulfur fertilizers market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.93 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expansion of sulfur-responsive crops, climate change impacts, global population growth, stringent environmental regulations, rising demand for organic agriculture. Major trends in the forecast period include innovations in sulfur fertilizer products, integration of sulfur with other nutrients, focus on sustainable agriculture, precision agriculture and sulfur application, sulfur use in specialty crops.

Rising food demand is anticipated to drive the growth of the sulfur fertilizer market in the coming years. Food comprises essential nutrients, including protein, carbohydrates, and fats, necessary for the proper growth of organisms. In agriculture, sulfur fertilizers are critical for numerous plant growth functions, such as nitrogen metabolism, enzyme activity, and protein and oil synthesis, thereby enhancing crop yields to meet the global food demand. For example, in October 2024, the World Bank Group, an international trade and development organization based in the U.S., projected that the global population will reach 10 billion by 2050, requiring a 60% increase in food production to meet demand amid the challenges of climate change. Consequently, rising food needs are expected to stimulate growth in the sulfur fertilizer market.

The increasing demand for oilseed production is anticipated to contribute to the growth of the sulfur fertilizer market. Oilseed production involves cultivating plants that yield oil-rich seeds, and sulfur fertilizer is a crucial macronutrient for the growth and development of oilseed crops. It aids in the synthesis of fatty acids, essential components of oil. Adequate sulfur levels can significantly enhance the oil content in oilseed crops. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the global total value of oilseeds exports increased by 20.8% from $36.15 billion in 2021 to $43.69 billion in 2022, reaching 71 million metric tons. Thus, the growing demand for oilseed production is a key driver for the sulfur fertilizer market.

Product innovation emerges as a prominent trend gaining momentum in the sulfur fertilizers market. Leading companies in the sulfur fertilizers sector are actively engaged in the development of innovative products to enhance their market positioning. For example, in February 2023, Vantage AG, a UK-based manufacturer specializing in liquid sulfur, introduced a nanoparticle-based foliar fertilizer. This groundbreaking product employs an exceptionally effective nanoparticle composition designed to coat and penetrate plant tissues. With sulfur particles smaller than one nanometer, the newly developed liquid sulfur product ensures full bioavailability, facilitating rapid absorption and metabolism by plants.

Companies at the forefront of the sulfur fertilizers market are placing a strategic focus on innovation, notably in the form of sulfur insecticides, to gain a competitive advantage. Sulfur insecticides, utilizing the natural element sulfur, serve as pesticides for controlling or eliminating insects. As an illustration, in June 2022, Sulphur Mills Limited, an India-based provider of advanced agricultural solutions, launched Imara, a water-dispersible granule with 70% sulfur content. The incorporation of sulfur and zinc oxide enhances crop nutrition, fostering robust growth and development. The recommended application involves an even mixing of 4 kg/acre of fertilizer or soil after 15 to 20 days of transplanting in paddy, offering both nourishment and protection against stem borer attacks.

In September 2022, Nouryon, a Netherlands-based specialty chemicals company, completed the acquisition of ADOB Fertilizers for an undisclosed amount. This strategic collaboration positions ADOB to leverage the resources of a globally expansive organization, facilitating its progression to the next stage of global growth. ADOB Fertilizers, based in Poland, is a manufacturing company specializing in single, oligo, and multi-nutrient fertilizers, available in liquid, crystalline, and microgranular formulations.

Major companies operating in the sulfur fertilizers market include Nutrien Ltd., Yara International ASA, The Mosaic Company, K+S Minerals and Agriculture GmbH, Israel Chemicals Limited, EuroChem Group AG, Nufarm Limited, Koch Industries Inc., Deepak Fertilisers and Petrochemicals Corporation Limited, Coromandel International Limited, Kugler Company, Zuari Agro Chemicals Ltd., Tiger-Sul Products LLC, Sulphur Mills Ltd., Mitsui & Co. Ltd., Nutri-Tech Solutions Pty. Ltd., Achema AB, Abu Dhabi Fertilizer Industries WLL, Devco Australia Holdings Pty. Ltd., Haifa Group, Uralchem Group, Tessenderlo Kerley Inc., Balchem Corporation, Keg River Chemical Corp, ATP Nutrition Ltd., Rural Liquid Fertilizers, COMPO EXPERT GmbH.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the Sulfur Fertilizers market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the global sulfur fertilizer market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the sulfur fertilizers market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the sulfur fertilizers market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Sulfur fertilizers, whether organic or synthetic, are substances applied to the soil or plants to enhance growth and production by providing essential plant nutrients. These fertilizers play a crucial role in increasing agricultural output, supplying additional nutrients to plants, and promoting plant development. They achieve this by enhancing soil fertility or replenishing chemical components that may have been depleted from the soil by previous crops.

The primary categories of sulfur fertilizer products include sulfate fertilizer, elemental sulfur fertilizer, liquid sulfur fertilizer, and others. Sulfate fertilizers, specifically, contain sulfates, with the majority of sulfate fertilizer applications to soils originating from fertilizers containing sulfates. These fertilizers cater to various crop types, including cereals and grains, oilseeds and pulses, fruits and vegetables, turf and ornamentals, among others. Moreover, they find utility in both open-field cultivation and controlled-environment agriculture. Sulfur fertilizers are available in diverse forms, such as dry and liquid, and are applied through different methods, including soil application, foliar spraying, and fertigation.

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The sulfur fertilizers market consists of sales of ammonium sulfate (AS), single superphosphate (SSP), potassium sulfate, and potassium and magnesium sulfate. 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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