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Potassium sulfate is a white, water-soluble solid inorganic chemical compound, commonly produced by reacting potassium bisulfate with sulfuric acid. It finds application in fertilizers, serving as a source of both potassium and sulfur. Additionally, it is utilized as a reducing agent in various chemical industry processes.
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 size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.47 billion in 2024 to $5.92 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3%. 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 rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $8.85 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to continued agricultural expansion, increasing awareness of soil health, demand for high-quality crops, global economic development, water scarcity concerns. Major trends in the forecast period include focus on sustainable agriculture, technological advancements in production, challenges in raw material supply, regulatory landscape, market consolidation and strategic alliances.
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 23.80 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.
Major companies in the potassium sulfate market are focusing on innovation, including the development of Generic Equivalent, which is an AA-rated generic alternative to Braintree Laboratories' Suprep Bowel Prep Kit. A generic equivalent is a medication that contains the same active ingredients, dosage form, strength, route of administration, and intended use as the brand-name drug. For instance, in September 2022, Lupin Limited, an India-based pharmaceutical company, introduced a generic version of the Suprep Bowel Prep Kit in the United States. This FDA-approved generic oral solution for bowel preparation offers an equivalent to a well-known branded option and targets a market valued at approximately USD 202 million annually. It provides patients with a cost-effective alternative while maintaining the same efficacy as the original product.
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 include BASF SE, Yara International ASA, Sociedad Quimica y Minera SA, EuroChem Group AG, K+S KALI GmbH, Sinofert Holdings Limited, Chambal Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd., JSC Belaruskali, GS Fertilisers & Chemicals Ltd., Migao Corporation, Arab Potash Company, Compass Minerals International Inc., Mangalore Chemicals & Fertilizers Ltd., EID Parry (India) Ltd., Archean Group, Jaypee Agri Ltd., Shandong Lianmeng Chemical Group Ltd., Zuari Agro Chemicals Ltd., Gansu Xinchuan Fertilizer Co Ltd., Shijiazhuang Hehe Chemical Fertilizer Ltd., Oswal Agrochem Ltd.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the potassium sulphate market in 2024. 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 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.
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).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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