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The global sulfuric acid market attained a volume of 301.86 MMT in 2025 and is projected to expand at a CAGR of 1.50% through 2035. The market is further expected to achieve a volume of 350.32 MMT by 2035. Growing investments in metal refining and semiconductor manufacturing are increasing acid consumption, pushing suppliers to expand high-purity production capacities and strengthen regional logistics networks for stable and contamination-free supply.
Global producers are modernizing plants to meet stricter emission norms and strengthen supply resilience. For example, by March 2025, Mosaic completed upgrades at its concentrate-to-sulfuric-acid conversion facilities, integrating heat-recovery systems that reduce SO₂ emissions while improving operational stability. This refinement matters because fertilizer producers across North America have reported recurring supply gaps during peak seasons, while modernized sulfur burning units help stabilize the downstream phosphate production chain, boosting the overall sulfuric acid consumption. The upgrade aligns with recent regulatory tightening under the United States EPA’s Clean Air Act, where continuous SO₂ monitoring systems are becoming mandatory for large acid plants.
The sulfuric acid market is also observing an accelerated focus on circular feedstock streams as operators attempt to decouple production from volatile elemental sulfur availability. In June 2025, P&P Industries and Arya Engineers formed partnership to offer fully integrated, end-to-end solutions for the design, manufacturing, and delivery of complete sulfuric acid plants. Smelter-derived sulfuric acid is also gaining importance, particularly as Latin America and Asia boost their non-ferrous metal output. Companies are also investing in advanced scrubbing units, digital combustion control, and higher-efficiency converters to enhance yield and minimize energy waste, which has become a rising cost concern for large producers.
In parallel, downstream buyers, especially from batteries, electronics, wastewater treatment, and mining, are also seeking transparent sourcing, lower embedded emissions, and consistent purity thresholds. Such sulfuric acid market trends are pushing suppliers toward new dosing standards, improved material handling systems, and larger storage capacities at regional distribution hubs.
2025
Base Year
2019-2025
Historical Period
2026-2035
Forecast Period
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In the food processing sector, sulfuric acid is extensively used as a food preservative, flavour enhancer, acidulant, stabiliser, and emulsifier. Reportedly, the food processing sector in India is estimated to reach USD 1,274 billion in 2027, as per the Indian Brand Equity Foundation. As the food production sector expands globally due to evolving lifestyles and rising income levels, the demand for specialised grades of sulfuric acid is increasing.
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Sulfuric acid plays an essential role in wastewater treatment by lowering the pH levels of wastewater, flueing gas desulphirisation, and removing phosphates, heavy metals, and contaminants from wastewater. Hence, increasing wastewater treatment activities amid rising water scarcity issues and the growing urban population are boosting the sulfuric acid market revenue. Reportedly, wastewater treatment facilities in the United States process nearly 34 billion gallons of wastewater per day.
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Sulfuric acid is extensively used in the heap leaching process in copper mining, hydrometallurgical processes like pressure acid leaching (PAL) in the extraction of cobalt and nickel, as well as cyanide leaching process for gold and uranium extraction. In 2022, mineral production in Canada reached USD 74.6 billion. With mineral production growing amid the growing need for raw materials like copper, gold, and lithium in sectors such as energy, construction, and electronics, the demand for sulfuric acid is increasing.
Competitive Landscape
Leading sulfuric acid market players are focusing on cleaner operations, differentiated purity grades, and stronger integration with fertilizer, battery material, and specialty chemical customers. Companies are prioritizing emission-control upgrades, heat-recovery systems, and digital process monitoring to meet tightening air-quality rules while lowering operational costs. A major opportunity lies in high-purity acid streams required for Li-ion battery electrolytes and semiconductor etching, where firms offering traceable, low-metal grades are winning long-term contracts. Partnerships with mining and smelting companies are also expanding as producers secure diversified SO? feedstock streams to stabilize margins.
At the same time, sulfuric acid companies see potential in regional tank terminals, on-site supply solutions, and value-added technical services that help customers optimize concentration handling and batch consistency. Therefore, supply reliability, sustainability credentials, and technical collaboration are becoming the decisive factors influencing competitive positioning.
Key Players
INEOS Group
INEOS Group, established in 1998 and headquartered in London, operates one of the largest integrated chemical portfolios, including sulfuric acid production tied to its refining and petrochemical assets. The company focuses on supply stability, modernized converter systems, and cleaner SO2 capture processes across its plants.
BASF SE
Founded in the year 1865 and headquartered in Ludwigshafen, Germany, BASF SE maintains sulfuric acid capacity embedded within its large-scale chemical complexes. Its competitive edge lies in producing high-purity grades for battery materials and specialty chemicals. BASF leverages integrated feedstocks, extensive QA labs, and continuous emission-control technologies to provide reliable contract supply.
DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
DuPont de Nemours, Inc., established in 1802 with its head office located in the United States, delivers sulfuric acid solutions mainly for electronic chemicals, catalysts, and high-purity industrial applications. DuPont emphasizes ultra-clean production, impurity control, and advanced packaging to support semiconductor and specialty process requirements. Its offerings include tailored concentration ranges and technical assistance for precision etching and surface treatment lines.
PVS Chemicals, Inc.
PVS Chemicals, Inc., headquartered in Michigan, United States, and founded in 1945, is a global manufacturer, distributor, and marketer of basic chemicals. The company excels in logistics-driven supply models, supported by rail, bulk trucks, and regional terminals. PVS offers refined and specialty concentrations for metal treatment, water processing, and industrial manufacturing. Its operations emphasize safe handling, stringent QA standards, and compliance with evolving environmental regulations.
Other key players in the market include Chung Hwa Chemical Industrial Works, Ltd., among others.
Sulfuric Acid Market Report Snapshots
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In 2025, the market reached an approximate volume of 301.86 MMT.
The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 1.50% between 2026 and 2035.
The market is estimated to witness a healthy growth in the forecast period of 2026-2035 to reach about 350.32 MMT by 2035.
Stakeholders are investing in emission-optimized upgrades, expanding high-purity production lines, strengthening logistics networks, forming feedstock partnerships, and deploying digital QA tools to win long-term contracts and meet rising sustainability and traceability expectations.
The key market trends include the increase in the demand for electronic-grade sulfuric acid and rising applications of sulfuric acid in chemicals.
The major regions in the market are North America, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa, Europe, and the Asia Pacific.
Fertilisers and chemicals, among others, are the leading applications of sulfuric acid in the market.
The key players in the market include INEOS Group, BASF SE, DuPont de Nemours, Inc., PVS Chemicals, Inc., and Chung Hwa Chemical Industrial Works, Ltd., among others.
Producers face tightening emission regulations, volatile sulfur feedstock prices, rising demand for specialty high-purity grades, complex logistics for safe bulk movement, and increasing customer requirements for traceability, sustainability certification, and supply-chain transparency.
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