India Sulphuric Acid Market

India Sulphuric Acid Market Overview:

The India sulphuric acid market size reached USD 521.2 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 591.3 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 1.34% during 2025-2033. The increasing demand from fertilizers, chemicals, and petroleum refining industries, rising agricultural activities, growing investments in wastewater treatment, expanding automotive and battery production, rapid industrialization, implementation of stringent environmental regulations, surging mining operations, and technological advancements in manufacturing processes are some of the major factors expanding the India sulphuric acid market share.

India Sulphuric Acid Market Trends:

Rising Demand from the Fertilizer Industry

Sulphuric acid is a crucial raw material in the production of phosphate fertilizers, particularly diammonium phosphate (DAP) and single super phosphate (SSP). India is a significant contributor to the global agriculture sector. Agriculture is the main source of income for approximately 55% of its population. According to an industry report, kharif foodgrain production for 2024 is expected to hit 1647.05 Lakh Metric Tonnes (LMT), marking an increase of 89.37 LMT from 2024. Additionally, agricultural income has grown at an annual rate of 5.23 percent over the last ten years. Therefore, the demand for fertilizers is steadily increasing to support high crop yields. The Indian government’s emphasis on food security and increasing farm productivity leads to subsidies and incentives for fertilizers, which is driving the need for sulphuric acid. Additionally, soil degradation and nutrient depletion in arable land necessitate the use of phosphate-based fertilizers. The expansion of fertilizer manufacturing facilities across the country, particularly in states like Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu, is contributing to increased sulphuric acid consumption. Moreover, imports of raw materials such as phosphate rock and sulphur further impact local sulphuric acid production. It also leads to greater investments in domestic manufacturing capacities. In addition to this, the government’s push for balanced fertilization and precision farming techniques is expected to sustain the demand for sulphuric acid. Also, private sector investments in fertilizer plants, along with advancements in production technologies, are positively influencing the India sulphuric acid market outlook.

Expansion of Industrial Applications and Infrastructure Development

Sulphuric acid is extensively used in various industrial sectors, including chemicals, petroleum refining, and wastewater treatment. The growing production of specialty chemicals, such as detergents, synthetic fibers, and pharmaceuticals, significantly increases the consumption of sulphuric acid in India. Its role in metal processing, particularly in the leaching of non-ferrous metals like zinc and copper, is also gaining traction due to increased mining activities. Additionally, India’s rapid industrialization and infrastructure development projects further contribute to rising sulphuric acid demand. According to an industry report, India is experiencing swift urbanization. By 2036, approximately 600 million people, approximately 40% of the population, will reside in its towns and cities, an increase from 31 percent in 2011. Urban regions are expected to account for nearly 70 percent of the country's GDP. With the government’s push for urbanization, smart city initiatives, and the expansion of industrial corridors, the need for sulphuric acid in steel manufacturing, cement production, and water treatment is growing. The stringent environmental regulations on effluent treatment and pollution control result in a higher demand, as sulphuric acid is widely used in wastewater treatment plants to neutralize contaminants. Additionally, the rise of the electric vehicle (EV) sector also leads to a surge in battery manufacturing, where sulphuric acid plays a key role in lead-acid battery production. As India continues to promote clean energy and industrial self-reliance, the diverse applications of sulphuric acid are expected to keep growing, which is facilitating the India sulphuric acid market growth.

India Sulphuric Acid Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on raw material and application.

Raw Material Insights:

• Elemental Sulfur
• Base Metal Smelters
• Pyrite Ore
• Others

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the raw material. This includes elemental sulfur, base metal smelters, pyrite ore, and others.

Application Insights:

• Fertilizers
• Chemical Manufacturing
• Metal Processing
• Petroleum Refining
• Textile Industry
• Automotive
• Pulp and Paper
• Others

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application have also been provided in the report. This includes fertilizers, chemical manufacturing, metal processing, petroleum refining, textile industry, automotive, pulp and paper, and others.

Regional Insights:

• North India
• South India
• East India
• West India

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North India, South India, East India, and West India.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

India Sulphuric Acid Market News:

• On August 7, 2024, DMCC Speciality Chemicals Limited announced the commissioning of a sulphuric acid plant with a capacity of 500 TPD for The Andhra Sugars Ltd. in Saggonda, Andhra Pradesh. The successful commissioning of the plant took place in March 2024, followed by a Guarantee Test Run in May 2024. This initiative highlights DMCC's vast experience, with over 55 completed global projects involving the design, engineering, and turnkey solutions of sulphuric acid.
• On March 6, 2025, Coromandel International Limited opened its second sulfur plant at the Visakhapatnam site in Andhra Pradesh, effectively doubling its sulphur fertilizer production capacity to 50,000 Metric Tonnes. This expansion aims to ensure a steady supply of high-quality bentonite sulphur fertilizers to Indian farmers, addressing the growing concern of sulphur deficiency in the soil. Equipped with advanced German technology, the new plant also facilitates research and development (R&D) of sulphur variants tailored to specific crop and regional needs.

India Sulphuric Acid Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the India sulphuric acid market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What is the breakup of the India sulphuric acid market on the basis of raw material?
• What is the breakup of the India sulphuric acid market on the basis of application?
• What is the breakup of the India sulphuric acid market on the basis of region?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the India sulphuric acid market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the India sulphuric acid market?
• What is the structure of the India sulphuric acid market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the India sulphuric acid market? 

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the India sulphuric acid market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the India sulphuric acid market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the India sulphuric acid industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.