Ammonia Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Form (Liquid, Gas, Powder), By End User (Agriculture, Textiles, Mining, Pharmaceutical, Refrigeration, Others), By Region and Competition, 2020-2030F

Description

The Global Ammonia Market was valued at USD 68.25 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 93.47 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.58%. Ammonia (NH3) is a colorless gas with a distinct, pungent odor, composed of nitrogen and hydrogen atoms. Its high solubility in water and reactivity makes it valuable across diverse industries. Among its most prominent uses is in the fertilizer sector, where ammonia is a critical nitrogen source essential for plant development and yield improvement. Beyond agriculture, ammonia finds widespread use in industrial refrigeration systems due to its exceptional thermal absorption capabilities, contributing to energy-efficient cooling solutions. It is also a key component in the production of industrial chemicals, explosives, and household cleaning agents. Furthermore, with rapid urbanization and infrastructure development, ammonia's application in construction materials is gaining prominence. It plays a central role in the production of resins, adhesives, laminates, and synthetic panels used in modern construction. This broad spectrum of applications continues to solidify ammonia's importance in both established and emerging sectors.

Market Overview
Forecast Period	2026-2030
Market Size 2024	USD 68.25 Billion
Market Size 2030	USD 93.47 Billion
CAGR 2025-2030	5.58%
Fastest Growing Segment	Agriculture
Largest Market	Asia Pacific

Key Market Drivers

Growing Demand of Ammonia in Agriculture Industry

Ammonia plays a crucial role in the agriculture sector, particularly in the production of nitrogen-based fertilizers like urea, ammonium nitrate, and ammonium sulfate. As global crop output continues to rise-with primary crop production reaching 9.9 billion tonnes in 2023-ammonia remains integral to supporting soil fertility and boosting yields. Nitrogen, derived from ammonia, is vital for photosynthesis, protein synthesis, and plant development. The push toward precision agriculture and advanced farming techniques further increases reliance on ammonia-based inputs. Enhanced crop productivity, rising food demand, and technological innovation in fertilizer application are key contributors to sustained ammonia consumption in global agriculture.

Key Market Challenges

Lack in Availability of Raw Materials

Ammonia production is highly dependent on fossil fuels, particularly natural gas, which accounts for a large portion of its energy and feedstock inputs. Volatility in raw material availability and pricing poses a significant challenge for producers. Disruptions in natural gas supply chains, geopolitical instability, and trade restrictions can lead to production slowdowns and rising costs. These issues are especially critical for the fertilizer sector, where ammonia is an indispensable input. Fluctuations in raw material costs also create pricing uncertainty and affect profit margins, making it difficult for manufacturers to plan long-term strategies. In some markets, elevated input costs have led to fertilizer shortages and price hikes, compounding pressure on end-users.

Key Market Trends

Growing Interest in Green Ammonia

Green ammonia is gaining attention as a sustainable and carbon-free alternative to conventionally produced ammonia. By using renewable energy sources and electrolysis instead of fossil fuels, green ammonia significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions. It holds considerable potential in decarbonizing sectors like power generation and maritime shipping, where cleaner fuel alternatives are urgently needed. Additionally, in agriculture, green ammonia can support the transition toward lower-emission fertilizer production. As global regulations tighten around carbon emissions, industries are increasingly looking to green ammonia to align with environmental goals. Its adoption reflects a larger movement toward sustainability and energy transition across the chemical and energy sectors.

Key Market Players

BASF SE
Casale SA
CF Industries Holdings, Inc.
Chambal Fertilisers and Chemicals Ltd
Csbp Ltd.
EuroChem Group AG
Koch Fertilizer, LLC.
Nutrien Ltd
Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers Limited
SABIC

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Ammonia Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Ammonia Market, By Form:

Liquid
Gas
Powder

Ammonia Market, By End User:

Agriculture
Textiles
Mining
Pharmaceutical
Refrigeration
Others

Ammonia Market, By Region:

North America
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
Europe
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Germany
- Spain
Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia
Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Ammonia Market.

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1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
- 1.2.1. Markets Covered
- 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
- 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Key Industry Partners
2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
2.5. Forecasting Methodology
2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Global Ammonia Market Outlook

4.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 4.1.1. By Value & Volume
4.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 4.2.1. By Form (Liquid, Gas, Powder)
- 4.2.2. By End User (Agriculture, Textiles, Mining, Pharmaceutical, Refrigeration, Others)
- 4.2.3. By Region
- 4.2.4. By Company (2024)
4.3. Market Map
- 4.3.1. By Form
- 4.3.2. By End User
- 4.3.3. By Region

5. Asia Pacific Ammonia Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 5.1.1. By Value & Volume
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 5.2.1. By Form
- 5.2.2. By End User
- 5.2.3. By Country
5.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
- 5.3.1. China Ammonia Market Outlook
  - 5.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 5.3.1.1.1. By Value & Volume
  - 5.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 5.3.1.2.1. By Form
    - 5.3.1.2.2. By End User
- 5.3.2. India Ammonia Market Outlook
  - 5.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 5.3.2.1.1. By Value & Volume
  - 5.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 5.3.2.2.1. By Form
    - 5.3.2.2.2. By End User
- 5.3.3. Australia Ammonia Market Outlook
  - 5.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 5.3.3.1.1. By Value & Volume
  - 5.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 5.3.3.2.1. By Form
    - 5.3.3.2.2. By End User
- 5.3.4. Japan Ammonia Market Outlook
  - 5.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 5.3.4.1.1. By Value & Volume
  - 5.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 5.3.4.2.1. By Form
    - 5.3.4.2.2. By End User
- 5.3.5. South Korea Ammonia Market Outlook
  - 5.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 5.3.5.1.1. By Value & Volume
  - 5.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 5.3.5.2.1. By Form
    - 5.3.5.2.2. By End User

6. Europe Ammonia Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.1.1. By Value & Volume
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Form
- 6.2.2. By End User
- 6.2.3. By Country
6.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 6.3.1. France Ammonia Market Outlook
  - 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.1.1. By Value & Volume
  - 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.2.1. By Form
    - 6.3.1.2.2. By End User
- 6.3.2. Germany Ammonia Market Outlook
  - 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.1.1. By Value & Volume
  - 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.2.1. By Form
    - 6.3.2.2.2. By End User
- 6.3.3. Spain Ammonia Market Outlook
  - 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.1.1. By Value & Volume
  - 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.2.1. By Form
    - 6.3.3.2.2. By End User
- 6.3.4. Italy Ammonia Market Outlook
  - 6.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.4.1.1. By Value & Volume
  - 6.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.4.2.1. By Form
    - 6.3.4.2.2. By End User
- 6.3.5. United Kingdom Ammonia Market Outlook
  - 6.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.5.1.1. By Value & Volume
  - 6.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.5.2.1. By Form
    - 6.3.5.2.2. By End User

7. North America Ammonia Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.1.1. By Value & Volume
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Form
- 7.2.2. By End User
- 7.2.3. By Country
7.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. United States Ammonia Market Outlook
  - 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.1.1. By Value & Volume
  - 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.2.1. By Form
    - 7.3.1.2.2. By End User
- 7.3.2. Mexico Ammonia Market Outlook
  - 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.1.1. By Value & Volume
  - 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.2.1. By Form
    - 7.3.2.2.2. By End User
- 7.3.3. Canada Ammonia Market Outlook
  - 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.1.1. By Value & Volume
  - 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.2.1. By Form
    - 7.3.3.2.2. By End User

8. South America Ammonia Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.1.1. By Value & Volume
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Form
- 8.2.2. By End User
- 8.2.3. By Country
8.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. Brazil Ammonia Market Outlook
  - 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.1.1. By Value & Volume
  - 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.2.1. By Form
    - 8.3.1.2.2. By End User
- 8.3.2. Argentina Ammonia Market Outlook
  - 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.1.1. By Value & Volume
  - 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.2.1. By Form
    - 8.3.2.2.2. By End User
- 8.3.3. Colombia Ammonia Market Outlook
  - 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.1.1. By Value & Volume
  - 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.2.1. By Form
    - 8.3.3.2.2. By End User

9. Middle East and Africa Ammonia Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.1.1. By Value & Volume
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Form
- 9.2.2. By End User
- 9.2.3. By Country
9.3. MEA: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. South Africa Ammonia Market Outlook
  - 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.1.1. By Value & Volume
  - 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.2.1. By Form
    - 9.3.1.2.2. By End User
- 9.3.2. Saudi Arabia Ammonia Market Outlook
  - 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.1.1. By Value & Volume
  - 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.2.1. By Form
    - 9.3.2.2.2. By End User
- 9.3.3. UAE Ammonia Market Outlook
  - 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.1.1. By Value & Volume
  - 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.2.1. By Form
    - 9.3.3.2.2. By End User

10. Market Dynamics

10.1. Drivers
10.2. Challenges

11. Market Trends & Developments

11.1. Recent Developments
11.2. Product Launches
11.3. Mergers & Acquisitions

12. Global Ammonia Market: SWOT Analysis

13. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

13.1. Competition in the Industry
13.2. Potential of New Entrants
13.3. Power of Suppliers
13.4. Power of Customers
13.5. Threat of Substitute Product

14. Competitive Landscape

14.1. BASF SE
- 14.1.1. Business Overview
- 14.1.2. Company Snapshot
- 14.1.3. Products & Services
- 14.1.4. Financials (In case of listed)
- 14.1.5. Recent Developments
- 14.1.6. SWOT Analysis
14.2. Casale SA
14.3. CF Industries Holdings, Inc.
14.4. Chambal Fertilisers and Chemicals Ltd
14.5. Csbp Ltd.
14.6. EuroChem Group AG
14.7. Koch Fertilizer, LLC.
14.8. Nutrien Ltd
14.9. Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers Limited
14.10. SABIC