Ammonium Sulfate Market Size, Share, By Form (Solid and Liquid), Application (Fertilizers, Pharmaceuticals, Food & Feed Additive, Water Treatment, and Others), and Region - Trends, Analysis, and Forecast till 2035

• Till 2035, the market is predicted to extend at USD 6.4 Billion.
• Ammonium sulfate market size was determined at USD 3.38 Billion during the time of 2024.
• Target market is increasing at a CAGR of 6.5%.

Ammonium sulfate is an inorganic sulfate salt obtained by reaction of sulfuric acid with two equivalents of ammonia. Ammonium sulfate is a byproduct of the production of bio methane. It is used as a fertilizer in the agricultural industry. The ammonium sulfate market growth is driven by the rising population, which increases demand for food and agricultural products, eco-friendly nature of it, Government initiatives, advanced technologies, and so on.

Impact of AI in Ammonium Sulfate:

AI is mainly utilized in the context of ammonium sulfate to refining production processes, forecast yield, monitor quality, and analyze data pertaining to its manufacture and use as fertilizer. Better decision-making and real-time process control are made possible by the use of machine learning algorithms to identify patterns and trends in complicated information.

Key Drivers of Target Market:

High Nitrogen Levels of Ammonium Sulfate may contribute to Scaling up of Market

Nitrogen is a Form of the chlorophyll molecule which has the function of capturing sunlight and providing energy to plants. The energy produced is directly proportional to the growth of the plant. Ammonium sulfate has advantages due to its high nitrogen content.

• For instance, in December 2024, Grupa Azoty expanded its product portfolio with the introduction of a granular nitrogen fertilizer with sulfur and calcium, branded as eNpluS. This move continues the company's strategy to develop its offerings in line with market demands.

Restraints:

Soil Acidification Issue Related to Ammonium Sulfate can hamper the Market Expansion

Ammonium sulfate is an acidic fertilizer that can lower the pH of the soil over time. This can be problematic for certain crops that require a more neutral or alkaline soil pH. Acidic soil conditions can negatively affect nutrient availability and microbial activity, potentially leading to reduced plant growth and yield.

• Counterbalance Statements: To address soil acidification caused by ammonium sulfate, the primary solution is to apply lime (calcium carbonate) to neutralize the acidity in the soil; this process is commonly called liming, and is the most effective way to counteract the acidifying effects of ammonium sulfate.

Opportunities:

Unification of Groundbreaking Technology Contributes Significantly to Market Diversification

The ammonium sulfate market is poised for expansion through the combination of technological advancements, such as solvent-driven fractional crystallization, ultrasonic-assisted ozone technology, EniChem, and others in production, sustainability practices, agriculture, and new applications. These developments will drive demand across both traditional and emerging markets, creating new opportunities for the market.

Form, application, and region are partition on what market is categorized.

Form

Belonging to form, market is distinguished into solid and liquid. Solid ammonium sulfate has a larger ammonium sulfate market share than liquid ammonium sulfate owing to it's easier to handle and transport.

Application

Fertilizers, pharmaceuticals, food & feed additive, water treatment, and others are applications upon which the market is bifurcated. The fertilizer application dominates the market as is a vital source of nitrogen and sulfur for crops. It's especially useful for alkaline soils, where it helps restore fertility and increase crop yields.

• For instance, in September 2024, Frontieras North America, a leader in energy technology innovation, announced a groundbreaking development to produce ammonium sulfate fertilizer. Building upon its patented Solid Carbon Fractionation (SCF) technology that produces commercial-grade gas, liquid and solid energy products, Frontieras will convert volatile by-products into fertilizer.

Regional

Geographically, the market is studied across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa.

North America: This region holds the largest ammonium sulfate market share with 32%, as it is one of the world's biggest agricultural hubs, with a large farming community heavily reliant on fertilizers such as ammonium sulfate to enhance crop productivity, particularly in the United States which leads the region in fertilizer usage.

• For instance, in September 2024, AdvanSix, a leading diversified chemistry company, has been awarded an approximately USD 12 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) through the Fertilizer Production Expansion Program (FPEP). Through this grant, AdvanSix will advance its Sustainable U.S. Sulfate to Accelerate Increased Nutrition (SUSTAIN) initiative at its site in Hopewell, VA where ammonium sulfate fertilizer is currently produced.

Asia Pacific: This region is considered as the fastest growing market for ammonium sulfate due to its large agricultural sector, rapidly growing population, and increasing demand for fertilizers to enhance crop yields in countries, such as China and India. This high demand is fueled by the region's dependence on agriculture as a key economic activity.

• For instance, in February 2025, Lucky Grace International (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. and Hexagon Group AG announced the formation of their joint venture company “An Li Jia”. An Li Jia will produce one million tons of compacted ammonium sulphate at its brand new plant located at the port of Yangzhou (Jiangsu Province); the first production line is expected to be ready by mid-2025. The product will be marketed globally by both partners.

Ammonium Sulfate Market Report Scope:

Segmentation:

By Form:

• Solid
• Liquid

By Application:

• Fertilizers
• Pharmaceuticals

• Food & Feed Additive
• Water Treatment
• Others

By Region:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • U.K.
  • France
  • Russia
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Netherlands
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • Indonesia
  • Malaysia
  • South Korea
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Argentina
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC
  • Israel
  • South Africa
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa

Focus on product innovation through R&D, expanding market reach through partnerships and collaborations, optimizing production processes for efficiency, geographical expansion to tap emerging markets are some of the key strategies implements by firms operating in the market.

List of Key Players in the Market:

• BASF SE
• OCI Global
• Evonik Industries AG
• Envalior
• Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.
• Domo Chemicals
• Fibrant
• Nutrien Ag Solutions
• The Mosaic Company
• The Martin Midstream Partners L.P.
• Advansix
• Powder Pack Chem
• ANRON CHEMICALS COMPANY
• National Chemical Industries

• Gujarat State Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd. has commissioned manufacturing plant at Vadodara for production of Ammonium Sulphate. The commercial production at the said plant has commenced today i.e. 8th January, 2024. The new facility has installed annual capacity of manufacturing 1,32,000 MT of Ammonium Sulphate.
• In July 2022, Evonik has entered into an agreement to supply blueSulfate, a liquid ammonium sulfate (8-0-0-9) solution from its site in Mobile, Alabama, to Interoceanic Corporation (IOC). This agreement supports Evonik’s strategy to focus on its core business in Animal Nutrition by marketing high-value co-products of its methionine production network for fertilizing crops via IOC.

Analyst View:

The growing population, which raises demand for food and agricultural products, their eco-friendliness, government initiatives, advanced technology, and other factors all contribute to the expansion of the ammonium sulfate market.

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