Global Humic Acid Market Size Study & Forecast, by Form, Grade, Application, Distribution Channel and Regional Forecasts 2025-2035

Description

The Global Humic Acid Market is valued at approximately USD 0.77 billion in 2024 and is expected to expand at a compelling CAGR of over 12.10% throughout the forecast period of 2025-2035. Humic acid, a key organic constituent derived from decayed plant and animal matter, is celebrated for its multifunctional benefits in agriculture, environmental restoration, and health supplements. With the global pivot toward sustainable and regenerative agricultural practices, humic acid is being increasingly employed as a soil conditioner and growth stimulant, improving nutrient uptake, microbial activity, and crop yields. Its compatibility with a wide range of crops, along with its eco-friendly profile, positions it as a promising solution in the transition away from synthetic agrochemicals. Rising consumer preference for organic produce and stringent regulations against chemical fertilizers have further triggered a pronounced surge in demand for humic acid-based inputs globally.

The accelerating demand for bio-based agricultural products, especially in developing economies, has significantly propelled the adoption of humic acid in diverse forms including powdered, liquid, and granular formulations. Its application spans across agriculture, horticulture, animal feed, and even pharmaceuticals, owing to its chelating properties and ability to enhance biological efficacy. In particular, agricultural usage continues to dominate, driven by the pressing need for improved soil fertility and water retention in arid zones. Furthermore, the proliferation of e-commerce platforms has widened accessibility to humic acid products, as online distribution channels increasingly serve both commercial agribusinesses and retail consumers. The introduction of biotech-grade humic acids for niche uses like dietary supplements and veterinary medicine also hints at untapped verticals ripe for exploration in the coming years.

From a geographical standpoint, North America is poised to retain a dominant market share in 2025, owing to well-established organic farming initiatives, rising awareness about soil health, and government subsidies for bio-stimulant adoption. Europe follows closely, bolstered by the EU's Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) promoting sustainable farming and strict limits on synthetic inputs. However, the Asia Pacific region is forecasted to register the fastest growth over the forecast timeline. The vast and diverse agricultural economies of India and China, coupled with growing food security concerns, have catalyzed the adoption of humic acid-based products across millions of hectares of arable land. Additionally, increased R&D investments, favorable trade policies, and expansion of domestic manufacturing capacity are driving regional competitiveness and fostering global partnerships in the sector.

Major market player included in this report are:

BASF SE
UPL Limited
Croda International Plc.
Bayer AG
Humic Growth Solutions
Black Earth Humic LP
FMC Corporation
Humintech GmbH
NTS - Nutri-Tech Solutions
Agbest Technology Co., Ltd.
Omnia Holdings Limited
Haifa Group
Biolchim S.p.A.
The Andersons Inc.
Valagro S.p.A.

Global Humic Acid Market Report Scope:

Historical Data - 2023, 2024
Base Year for Estimation - 2024
Forecast period - 2025-2035
Report Coverage - Revenue forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
Regional Scope - North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa
Customization Scope - Free report customization (equivalent up to 8 analysts' working hours) with purchase. Addition or alteration to country, regional & segment scope*

The objective of the study is to define market sizes of different segments & countries in recent years and to forecast the values for the coming years. The report is designed to incorporate both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the industry within the countries involved in the study. The report also provides detailed information about crucial aspects, such as driving factors and challenges, which will define the future growth of the market. Additionally, it incorporates potential opportunities in micro-markets for stakeholders to invest, along with a detailed analysis of the competitive landscape and product offerings of key players. The detailed segments and sub-segments of the market are explained below:

By Form:

Powdered
Granular
Liquid

By Grade:

Technical Grade
Food Grade
Biotech Grade
Others

By Application:

Agriculture
Animal Feed
Pharmaceuticals (Includes Dietary Supplements)
Horticulture (Gardening)
Other Applications

By Distribution Channel:

Offline
Online

By Region:

North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
UK
Germany
France
Spain
Italy
ROE
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea
RoAPAC
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Middle East & Africa
UAE
Saudi Arabia
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa

Key Takeaways:

Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2025 to 2035.
Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with Country level analysis of major regions.
Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.

Chapter 1. Global Humic Acid Market Report Scope & Methodology

1.1. Research Objective
1.2. Research Methodology
- 1.2.1. Forecast Model
- 1.2.2. Desk Research
- 1.2.3. Top-Down and Bottom-Up Approach
1.3. Research Attributes
1.4. Scope of the Study
- 1.4.1. Market Definition
- 1.4.2. Market Segmentation
1.5. Research Assumption
- 1.5.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
- 1.5.2. Limitations
- 1.5.3. Years Considered for the Study

Chapter 2. Executive Summary

2.1. CEO/CXO Standpoint
2.2. Strategic Insights
2.3. ESG Analysis
2.4. Key Findings

Chapter 3. Global Humic Acid Market Forces Analysis

3.1. Market Forces Shaping The Global Humic Acid Market (2024-2035)
3.2. Drivers
- 3.2.1. Growing Demand for Organic Soil Amendments Boosting Humic Acid Adoption
- 3.2.2. Regulatory Push for Sustainable Agricultural Inputs Driving Market Growth
3.3. Restraints
- 3.3.1. Price Volatility of Raw Materials Affecting Production Costs
- 3.3.2. Limited Awareness in Emerging Economies Hindering Penetration
3.4. Opportunities
- 3.4.1. Expansion of Biotech-Grade Humic Acid for Specialty Applications
- 3.4.2. E-Commerce and Digital Distribution Channels Creating New Market Access

Chapter 4. Global Humic Acid Industry Analysis

4.1. Porter's 5 Forces Model
- 4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Buyer
- 4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Supplier
- 4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
- 4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
- 4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
4.2. Porter's 5 Force Forecast Model (2024-2035)
4.3. PESTEL Analysis
- 4.3.1. Political
- 4.3.2. Economical
- 4.3.3. Social
- 4.3.4. Technological
- 4.3.5. Environmental
- 4.3.6. Legal
4.4. Top Investment Opportunities
4.5. Top Winning Strategies (2025)
4.6. Market Share Analysis (2024-2025)
4.7. Global Pricing Analysis And Trends 2025
4.8. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion

Chapter 5. Global Humic Acid Market Size & Forecasts by Form 2025-2035

5.1. Market Overview
5.2. Global Humic Acid Market Performance - Potential Analysis (2025)
5.3. Powdered Form
- 5.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 5.3.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
5.4. Granular Form
- 5.4.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 5.4.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
5.5. Liquid Form
- 5.5.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 5.5.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035

Chapter 6. Global Humic Acid Market Size & Forecasts by Grade 2025-2035

6.1. Market Overview
6.2. Global Humic Acid Market Performance - Potential Analysis (2025)
6.3. Technical Grade
- 6.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 6.3.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
6.4. Food Grade
- 6.4.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 6.4.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
6.5. Biotech Grade
- 6.5.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 6.5.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
6.6. Others
- 6.6.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 6.6.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035

Chapter 7. Global Humic Acid Market Size & Forecasts by Application 2025-2035

7.1. Market Overview
7.2. Global Humic Acid Market Performance - Potential Analysis (2025)
7.3. Agriculture
- 7.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 7.3.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
7.4. Animal Feed
- 7.4.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 7.4.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
7.5. Pharmaceuticals (Includes Dietary Supplements)
- 7.5.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 7.5.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
7.6. Horticulture (Gardening)
- 7.6.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 7.6.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
7.7. Other Applications
- 7.7.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 7.7.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035

Chapter 8. Global Humic Acid Market Size & Forecasts by Distribution Channel 2025-2035

8.1. Market Overview
8.2. Global Humic Acid Market Performance - Potential Analysis (2025)
8.3. Offline Channel
- 8.3.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 8.3.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035
8.4. Online Channel
- 8.4.1. Top Countries Breakdown Estimates & Forecasts, 2024-2035
- 8.4.2. Market size analysis, by region, 2025-2035

Chapter 9. Global Humic Acid Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2025-2035

9.1. Humic Acid Market, Regional Market Snapshot
9.2. Top Leading & Emerging Countries
9.3. North America Humic Acid Market
- 9.3.1. U.S. Humic Acid Market
  - 9.3.1.1. Form breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 9.3.1.2. Grade breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 9.3.2. Canada Humic Acid Market
  - 9.3.2.1. Form breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 9.3.2.2. Grade breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
9.4. Europe Humic Acid Market
- 9.4.1. UK Humic Acid Market
  - 9.4.1.1. Form breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 9.4.1.2. Grade breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 9.4.2. Germany Humic Acid Market
  - 9.4.2.1. Form breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 9.4.2.2. Grade breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 9.4.3. France Humic Acid Market
  - 9.4.3.1. Form breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 9.4.3.2. Grade breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 9.4.4. Spain Humic Acid Market
  - 9.4.4.1. Form breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 9.4.4.2. Grade breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 9.4.5. Italy Humic Acid Market
  - 9.4.5.1. Form breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 9.4.5.2. Grade breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 9.4.6. Rest of Europe Humic Acid Market
  - 9.4.6.1. Form breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 9.4.6.2. Grade breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
9.5. Asia Pacific Humic Acid Market
- 9.5.1. China Humic Acid Market
  - 9.5.1.1. Form breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 9.5.1.2. Grade breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 9.5.2. India Humic Acid Market
  - 9.5.2.1. Form breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 9.5.2.2. Grade breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 9.5.3. Japan Humic Acid Market
  - 9.5.3.1. Form breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 9.5.3.2. Grade breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 9.5.4. Australia Humic Acid Market
  - 9.5.4.1. Form breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 9.5.4.2. Grade breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 9.5.5. South Korea Humic Acid Market
  - 9.5.5.1. Form breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 9.5.5.2. Grade breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 9.5.6. Rest of APAC Humic Acid Market
  - 9.5.6.1. Form breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 9.5.6.2. Grade breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
9.6. Latin America Humic Acid Market
- 9.6.1. Brazil Humic Acid Market
  - 9.6.1.1. Form breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 9.6.1.2. Grade breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 9.6.2. Mexico Humic Acid Market
  - 9.6.2.1. Form breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 9.6.2.2. Grade breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
9.7. Middle East & Africa Humic Acid Market
- 9.7.1. UAE Humic Acid Market
  - 9.7.1.1. Form breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 9.7.1.2. Grade breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 9.7.2. Saudi Arabia Humic Acid Market
  - 9.7.2.1. Form breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 9.7.2.2. Grade breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
- 9.7.3. South Africa Humic Acid Market
  - 9.7.3.1. Form breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035
  - 9.7.3.2. Grade breakdown size & forecasts, 2025-2035

Chapter 10. Competitive Intelligence

10.1. Top Market Strategies
10.2. BASF SE
- 10.2.1. Company Overview
- 10.2.2. Key Executives
- 10.2.3. Company Snapshot
- 10.2.4. Financial Performance (Subject to Data Availability)
- 10.2.5. Product/Services Port
- 10.2.6. Recent Development
- 10.2.7. Market Strategies
- 10.2.8. SWOT Analysis
10.3. UPL Limited
10.4. Croda International Plc.
10.5. Bayer AG
10.6. Humic Growth Solutions
10.7. Black Earth Humic LP
10.8. FMC Corporation
10.9. Humintech GmbH
10.10. NTS - Nutri-Tech Solutions
10.11. Agbest Technology Co., Ltd.
10.12. Omnia Holdings Limited
10.13. Haifa Group
10.14. Biolchim S.p.A.
10.15. The Andersons Inc.
10.16. Valagro S.p.A.