According to the latest report by IMARC Group, titled “Potassium Permanganate Market Report by Application (Water Treatment, Wastewater Treatment, Chemicals Manufacturing, Aquaculture, Metal Processing, Air and Gas Purification, and Others), Grade (Free Flowing Grade, Technical Grade, Pharmaceutical Grade), and Region 2025-2033,” the global potassium permanganate market size reached 336.6 Kilo Tons in 2024. Potassium permanganate, with the chemical formula KMnO4, is a versatile compound that serves as a powerful oxidizing agent. It is commonly available as dark purple crystals or granules, and its solution in water exhibits a striking purple color. Potassium permanganate finds extensive applications across various industries and sectors. For instance, in the field of water treatment, it is used to remove impurities, control odors, and disinfect water by oxidizing organic and inorganic contaminants. In wastewater treatment, it aids in the breakdown of organic compounds, removal of color, and odor control. The medical and healthcare sector benefits utilizes potassium permanganate for its antiseptic and disinfectant properties, making it valuable for wound cleansing, dermatitis treatment, and sterilization purposes. Additionally, it is employed in aquaculture for disease prevention, in industrial processes for chemical synthesis, and in agriculture for soil sterilization and plant disease treatment.
Global Potassium Permanganate Market Trends:
The increasing demand for clean drinking water, along with the rising need for wastewater treatment represents one of the significant factors driving the growth of the market across the globe. This, coupled with the rising need for clean and safe water supplies, stringent regulations on water quality, and increasing industrial activities, is acting as a major growth-inducing factor. The market is also driven by the rising usage of potassium permanganate in various environmental applications, such as soil and groundwater remediation, air purification, and odor control. In line with this, increasing focus on environmental protection and remediation activities is driving the demand for potassium permanganate in these applications, which, in turn, is facilitating the growth of the market. In addition to this, the expansion of industrial activities, particularly in developing economies, coupled with the increasing use of potassium permanganate as an oxidizing agent in chemical processes, including the production of organic chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and dyes, is contributing to the growth of the market. Apart from this, the rising utilization of potassium permanganate in aquaculture and fisheries to control and prevent diseases in fish and shrimp farms is driving the growth of the market. Moreover, the increasing focus on improving agricultural productivity and reducing crop losses, rising disposable income levels of consumers, increasing emphasis on infection control and prevention, significant technological advancements and product innovations in the manufacturing and formulation of potassium permanganate products, and extensive research and development (R&D) activities, are some of the other factors creating a positive outlook for the market further across the globe. Looking forward, the market volume is projected to reach 616.9 Kilo Tons by 2033, expanding at a CAGR of 7% during 2025-2033.
Market Summary:
- On the basis of the grade, the market has been segmented into free flowing grade, technical grade, and pharmaceutical grades. Currently, free-flowing grade potassium permanganate holds the largest market share across the globe.
- Based on the application, the market has been classified into water treatment, wastewater treatment, chemicals manufacturing, aquaculture, metal processing, air and gas purification, and others. Presently, the water treatment application is leading the market worldwide.
- On the basis of the region, the market has been divided into China, the United States, European Union, India and others. Currently, China holds the leading position in the market.
- The competitive landscape of the market has also been examined with some of the key players being Chongqing Chagyuan Group Limited, Carus Corporation, Chongqing Changyuan Chemical Corporation Limited, Groupstars Chemical (Yunnan) China L.L.C., Zunyi Shuangyuan Chemical Group Co., Ltd., Organic Industries Pvt. Ltd., Libox Chem Pvt. Ltd., Guangdong Meixian Hanghai Manganese Chemical Plant and Universal Chemicals & Industries Pvt. Ltd.
Report Coverage:
Report Features |
Details |
Base Year of the Analysis |
2024 |
Historical Period |
2019-2024 |
Forecast Period |
2025-2033 |
Units |
‘000 Tons, Billion USD |
Segment Coverage |
Grade, Application, Region |
Region Covered |
China, United States, European Union, India, Others |
Companies Covered |
Chongqing Chagyuan Group Limited, Carus Corporation, Chongqing Changyuan Chemical Corporation Limited, Groupstars Chemical (Yunnan) China L.L.C., Zunyi Shuangyuan Chemical Group Co., Ltd., Organic Industries Pvt. Ltd., Libox Chem Pvt. Ltd., Guangdong Meixian Hanghai Manganese Chemical Plant and Universal Chemicals & Industries Pvt. Ltd. |
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