Potassium Sulphate (SOP) Market Growth Analysis Report - Market Size, Share, Forecast Trends and Outlook (2025-2034)

The global potassium sulphate (SOP) market attained a value of USD 4.12 Billion in 2024 and is expected to grow during the forecast period of 2025-2034 at a CAGR of 6.10% to reach a value of USD 7.45 Billion by 2034. Growing demand for high-efficiency, chloride-free fertilisers in sensitive crops like fruits, vegetables, and tobacco is significantly boosting global consumption.

Key Insights and Trends:

• The Asia-Pacific potassium sulphate (SOP) market held the dominant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.8% over the forecast period.
• By country, India is projected to witness a CAGR of 7.1% over the forecast period.
• Liquid SOP is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.1% during the forecast period due to ease of absorption and drip irrigation compatibility.
• By application, fertilisers are expected to grow at CAGR of 6.8% over the forecast period.

Market Size & Forecast:

• Market Size in 2024: USD 4.12 Billion
• Projected Market Size in 2034: USD 7.45 Billion
• CAGR from 2025 to 2034: 6.10%
• Dominant Regional Market: Asia-Pacific

The Asia-Pacific to Lead the Global Potassium Sulphate Industry

The Asia-Pacific region dominates the global market for potassium sulphate and is expected to expand at a substantial pace over the forecast period. The rise in population and the growing food demand, especially in China, India, and Indonesia, are the major growth drivers. Due to saline soil quality and recurrent droughts, development in the Middle East and Africa is predicted to be the slowest. The government has already taken steps to change the situation, and opportunities could be available in the near future. The use of potassium sulphate in fertilisers drives the global potassium sulphate industry. This is due to the particular advantages offered by the product, which include a high potassium content, low chloride, and a low salt index. Furthermore, it is also used in the pharmaceutical industry, which due to increasing lifestyle diseases is expected to drive the market in the forecast period.

Potassium Sulphate: Market Segmentation

Potassium sulphate, also termed as potash of sulphate, is a white water-soluble solid commonly used in fertilisers. It is particularly nutritious for the crops because it contains a high number of natural nutrients and contains no chloride. It is mostly used for crops like tobacco, fruits, and vegetables.

Market Breakup by Froms

• Solid
• Liquid

Market Breakup by Application

• Fertiliser
• Industrial
• Others

Market Breakup by Region

• North America
• Europe
• Asia-Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East and Africa

Rising Global Demand for Food and Agriculture to Aid the Market Growth of Potassium Sulphate

The growing population and the rising demand for food, which has resulted in increased demand for fertilisers from the agriculture sector, are driving the potassium sulphate industry growth. Fertilisers containing potassium sulphate are mainly used in the production of vegetables and fruits. In the short term, the fruit segment could be the most important driver of demand in the global potassium sulphate industry. Fertilisers are also used in the production of cash crops. Potassium sulphate demand growth may be supported in the short term by government funding for more research and development of fertilisers, as well as growing knowledge among farmers about their use. Potassium is also known as an electrolyte, which makes the body's fluids stay in equilibrium. Low potassium levels have also been linked to cancer and certain cardiovascular diseases. Because of these factors, its use in the pharmaceutical industry is in high demand. The growing applications and demand from other industries, such as cosmetics, are expected to open up new growth opportunities for the market over the forecast period.

Key Industry Players in the Global Potassium Sulphate (SOP) Market

The report gives a detailed analysis of the following key players in the global potassium sulphate (SOP) market, covering their competitive landscape, capacity, and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, and investments, expansions of capacity, and plant turnarounds:

• Qingdao Hisea Chem Co.Ltd.
• SQM SA
• Tessenderlo Group
• Compass Minerals International Inc.
• HELM AG
• The Mosaic Co.
• Others

The comprehensive report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis.