Zinc Chemicals Global Market Report 2025

The zinc chemicals market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $10.38 billion in 2024 to $10.78 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to galvanization in construction, automotive industry demand, battery manufacturing, pharmaceuticals and health products, increased applications intextile industry.

The zinc chemicals market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $13.67 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rise in renewable energy, water treatment applications, expansion of agriculture practices, demand for anticorrosive coatings, growing awareness of zinc benefits, increasing demand in end-use industries. Major trends in the forecast period include technological advancements in production, advancements in battery technology, smart agriculture practices, advancements in pharmaceutical formulations, market consolidation and strategic alliances.

The forecast of 6.1% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.4% from the previous estimate for this market. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US by increasing costs for galvanizing and rubber additives, as zinc oxide is imported from India and Mexico. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.

The zinc chemicals market is anticipated to experience growth, primarily attributed to the rapid expansion of the automotive industry. This sector encompasses various activities related to automobile manufacturing, distribution, retail, and maintenance. Zinc plays a vital role in producing automotive components such as door lock housing, pawls, retractor gears, pulleys for seat belt systems, camshaft components, and sensors. Its unique properties, including strength, ductility, and malleability, make it an indispensable material for automotive applications. As per Zippia Inc., the US automotive market is projected to be valued at $100.9 billion in 2022, producing 9.2 million vehicles in 2021. The motor vehicle and parts industry in the United States generated $1.53 trillion in revenue as of 2021, underscoring the significant impact of the automotive industry's rapid growth on the zinc chemicals market.

The zinc chemicals market is expected to benefit from the expanding rubber industry. This sector involves various processes related to rubber cultivation, processing, manufacturing, and distribution. Zinc chemicals play a crucial role in rubber compounding, influencing factors such as vulcanization, adhesion, aging resistance, and heat resistance. These aspects are essential for producing high-quality rubber products used in diverse applications. Recent data from the Rubber & Tyre Expo Vietnam indicates a global increase in natural rubber output by 3.8% over 2021, reaching 1.1 million tons, highlighting the growing importance of zinc chemicals in the rubber industry.

Technological advancement is a key trend gaining traction in the zinc chemicals market. Leading companies in this sector are concentrating on developing advanced chemicals to enhance their market presence. For example, in July 2024, Hindustan Zinc, an Indian producer of zinc, silver, lead, and cadmium, introduced its new low-carbon zinc brand, EcoZen, marking Asia's first low-carbon zinc product aimed at the global market. Certified by a prominent global sustainability consultancy through a life cycle assessment (LCA), EcoZen features a carbon footprint of less than one ton of carbon equivalent for each ton of zinc produced. By combining environmental responsibility with quality, EcoZen offers a sustainable product that has one of the lowest global warming potential (GWP) values - approximately 75% lower than the global average.

Zinc (Zn) is a chemical element, a low-melting metal belonging to group 12 (IIb or zinc group) of the periodic table. It is essential to life and holds significant importance as one of the most widely used metals for galvanizing iron, providing protection against corrosion.

The main types of zinc chemicals include zinc oxide, zinc sulfate, zinc carbonate, zinc chloride, and others. Zinc oxide is an inorganic substance with a white tint, commonly available in powder form. It finds various applications in rubber compounding, agriculture, glass and ceramics, paints and coatings, chemicals, food and pharmaceuticals, textiles, and other industries.

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.

The escalating U.S. tariffs and rising trade tensions in spring 2025 are expected to significantly affect the chemicals sector, which is facing a disproportionate impact - particularly from tariffs on petrochemicals and intermediates, where affordable domestic alternatives are limited. Specialty chemical producers, who rely heavily on Chinese raw materials, are encountering production disruptions. Meanwhile, fertilizer manufacturers are seeing their profit margins squeezed due to tariffs on phosphate imports. In response, companies are increasing investments in R&D for bio-based alternatives, forming procurement alliances to strengthen purchasing power, and relocating production to tariff-neutral countries like Saudi Arabia.

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Companies in the zinc chemicals market are also embracing strategic partnerships to leverage unique manufacturing technologies. In August 2023, Nevada Zinc Corporation, a Canadian manufacturer of zinc chemicals, announced a strategic partnership with BelZinc Srl. This collaboration aims to position Nevada Zinc as a zinc oxide producer using feedstock from the Lone Mountain non-sulphide zinc deposit and BelZinc's patented production technology. The partnership includes the supply of zinc oxide to smelters, contributing to reduced hazardous emissions. Nevada Zinc will provide BelZinc with ownership shares, fostering mutual collaboration and expansion opportunities.

In June 2022, U.S. Zinc, a US-based manufacturer and supplier of zinc products, acquired EverZinc. This acquisition, undisclosed in amount, positions Aterian Investment Partners, the parent company of U.S. Zinc, to become a leading global manufacturer of zinc chemical products. EverZinc, a Belgium-based company, specializes in producing zinc chemicals, including fine zinc powders, zinc oxide, powders for batteries, and Zano.

Major companies operating in the zinc chemicals market include U.S. Zinc Corp., Akrochem Corporation, American Chemet Corporation, Hindustan Zinc Ltd., L. Brügge­mann GmbH & Co. KG, Old Bridge Chemicals Inc., Pan-Continental Chemical Co. Ltd., Purity Zinc Metals LLC, Rubamin Private Limited, Seyang Zinc Technology Co. Ltd., TIB Chemicals AG, Unique Specialty Chemicals, Votorantim SA, Weifang Longda Zinc Industry Co. Ltd., Zinc Oxide LLC, Zochem Inc., Glencore plc, Vedanta Resources Limited, Trevali Mining Corporation, MMG Limited, Zinc Industrias Nacionales S.A., ZincOne Resources Inc., ZincFive Inc., Teck Resources Limited, Bruggemann Chemical US Inc., Chemetall GmbH, Chemtrade Refinery Services Inc., EMD Performance Materials Corp., G.H. Chemicals Limited, Global Chemical Co. Ltd., Grillo-Werke AG, Hubei Hongyuan Pharmaceutical Technology Co. Ltd., Hunan Jingshi Group Co. Ltd., Jost Chemical Co., KVB Processors Pvt. Ltd., PMC Group Inc., Shepherd Chemical Company, Umicore NV, Zinc Nacional SA.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the zinc chemicals market in 2024. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the zinc chemicals market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the zinc chemicals market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the zinc chemicals market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The zinc chemicals market consists of sales of zinc chemicals used in cosmetics, plastics, inks, soaps, batteries, and electrical equipment. 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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