Potassium Sulphate Global Market Report 2026

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.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have affected the potassium sulphate market by increasing costs of imported raw materials and finished fertilizer products, leading to higher prices for agricultural and industrial users. These impacts are most significant in agricultural grade and food grade potassium sulphate segments, particularly in asia pacific and europe where import dependence is high. Supply constraints and price fluctuations have influenced fertilizer purchasing decisions. At the same time, tariffs have promoted domestic production, encouraged alternative processing methods, and strengthened regional fertilizer supply chains.

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The potassium sulphate market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $5.88 billion in 2025 to $6.48 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in agricultural fertilizer consumption, expansion of cash crop farming, rising soil nutrient deficiencies, increased use of potassium based fertilizers, development of fertilizer manufacturing capacity.

The potassium sulphate market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $9.56 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for high yield crops, increasing adoption of sustainable fertilizers, growth in horticulture farming, expansion of food processing industries, innovation in fertilizer application techniques. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for sulfur free potash fertilizers, increasing use in high value crop cultivation, growing adoption in specialty fertilizer blends, expansion of industrial chemical applications, higher preference for chloride free potassium sources.

Rising demand for food crops is driving the growth of the potassium sulphate market. Potassium sulphates are applied in various agricultural processes, including the provision of potassium for optimal plant growth, particularly in soils where chloride accumulates from irrigation water. The use of potassium sulphate is gaining traction in agriculture due to its low chloride content, which helps prevent crop damage. For instance, in January 2025, according to the United States Department of Agriculture, a US-based government organization, Sorghum grain production in 2024 is estimated at 344 million bushels, reflecting an 8% increase compared to 2023. Thus, rising agricultural production is expected to increase the demand for potassium sulphates, driving market growth during the forecast period.

The growing demand for organic food is also expected to propel the potassium sulphate market going forward. Organic food refers to agricultural and food products produced through environmentally sustainable and natural farming practices that minimize the use of synthetic chemicals. Potassium sulphate is utilized in organic farming as an essential macronutrient, supporting plant physiological processes and ensuring optimal growth by providing a balanced source of potassium, which is vital for root development, flowering, and fruiting. For instance, in May 2023, according to the Organic Trade Association, a US-based industry organization, total organic sales, including non-food products, reached $60 billion in 2022, rising to a record $67.6 billion in 2023, reflecting significant growth in the organic sector. Therefore, increasing demand for organic food is driving the growth of the potassium sulphate market.

Major companies operating in the potassium sulphate market are focused on introducing advanced solutions, such as oral solutions, to provide a competitive edge in the market. Oral solutions are a type of medication that comes in liquid form for drinking and are used for various purposes, such as cleansing the colon as a preparation for colonoscopy. For instance, in September 2023, Lupin Limited, an India-based pharmaceutical company, launched the Suprep Bowel Prep Kit, approved by the Food and Drug Administration, a US-based federal agency. Suprep Bowel Prep Kit is an oral solution that contains sodium sulfate, potassium sulfate, and magnesium sulfate. It is used for cleansing the colon as a preparation for colonoscopy. It provides a more affordable option for patients.

Major companies operating in the potassium sulphate market are Yara International ASA, Sociedad Quimica y Minera S.A. (SQM), EuroChem Group AG, K+S AG, Compass Minerals International Inc., Arab Potash Company, Migao Corporation, Tessenderlo Group, Great Salt Lake Minerals & Chemicals Corporation, Guizhou Hongqiao Mining Co., Ltd., Qinghai CITIC Guoan Technology Development Co., Ltd., SDIC Xinjiang Lop Nur Potash Co., Ltd., Qinghai Salt Lake Industry Co., Ltd., Gansu Xinchuan Fertilizer Co., Ltd., Shandong Lianmeng Chemical Group Co., Ltd., Shijiazhuang Hehe Chemical Fertilizer Co., Ltd., JSC Belaruskali, Kynoch Fertilizer, Rely International Trading, Chilean Nitrate Corporation (COSAYACH), Sinofert Holdings Limited

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the potassium sulphate market in 2025. 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, South East Asia, 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, Taiwan, 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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Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Form: Solid; Liquid (Specialty Solutions)
• 2) By Grade: Agricultural Grade; Industrial Or Technical Grade; Food & Pharmaceutical Grade
• 3) By Production Process: Mannheim Process; Natural Brine Or Evaporation Process; Sulphate Salts Reaction Process; Other Production Processes
• 4) By Application: Fertilizers; Chemical Manufacturing; Specialty & Laboratory Applications; Other Applications
• 5) By End-User Industry: Agriculture; Chemical Industry; Food & Beverage Processing; Pharmaceutical & Healthcare; Other End-User Industries
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Solid: Granular Potassium Sulfate; Powdered Potassium Sulfate
• 2) By Liquid: Liquid Potassium Sulfate Solutions; Concentrated Liquid Potassium Sulfate
• Companies Mentioned: Yara International ASA; Sociedad Quimica y Minera S.A. (SQM); EuroChem Group AG; K+S AG; Compass Minerals International Inc.; Arab Potash Company; Migao Corporation; Tessenderlo Group; Great Salt Lake Minerals & Chemicals Corporation; Guizhou Hongqiao Mining Co., Ltd.; Qinghai CITIC Guoan Technology Development Co., Ltd.; SDIC Xinjiang Lop Nur Potash Co., Ltd.; Qinghai Salt Lake Industry Co., Ltd.; Gansu Xinchuan Fertilizer Co., Ltd.; Shandong Lianmeng Chemical Group Co., Ltd.; Shijiazhuang Hehe Chemical Fertilizer Co., Ltd.; JSC Belaruskali; Kynoch Fertilizer; Rely International Trading; Chilean Nitrate Corporation (COSAYACH); Sinofert Holdings Limited
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
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