
World - Chlorosulphuric Acid - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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The demand for chlorosulphuric acid is on the rise globally, leading to a projected increase in market volume and value by 2030. With an anticipated CAGR of +6.9% in value terms and +4.9% in volume terms, the market performance is poised to maintain its upward trajectory in the coming years.
Market Forecast
Driven by increasing demand for chlorosulphuric acid worldwide, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next six years. Market performance is forecast to retain its current trend pattern, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of +4.9% for the period from 2024 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market volume to 205K tons by the end of 2030.
In value terms, the market is forecast to increase with an anticipated CAGR of +6.9% for the period from 2024 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market value to $248M (in nominal wholesale prices) by the end of 2030.

Consumption
World Consumption of Chlorosulphuric Acid
In 2024, consumption of chlorosulphuric acid decreased by -1.8% to 154K tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. The total consumption volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.9% over the period from 2013 to 2024; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, global consumption hit record highs at 162K tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2024, consumption failed to regain momentum.
The global chlorosulphuric acid market revenue stood at $166M in 2024, remaining constant against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated resilient growth from 2013 to 2024: its value increased at an average annual rate of +6.6% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, consumption decreased by -1.0% against 2020 indices. Over the period under review, the global market attained the maximum level at $172M in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2024, consumption failed to regain momentum.
Consumption By Country
The country with the largest volume of chlorosulphuric acid consumption was Oman (114K tons), comprising approx. 74% of total volume. Moreover, chlorosulphuric acid consumption in Oman exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Germany (5.6K tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Switzerland (5.3K tons), with a 3.4% share.
In Oman, chlorosulphuric acid consumption expanded at an average annual rate of +8.5% over the period from 2013-2024. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Germany (+23.2% per year) and Switzerland (-6.1% per year).
In value terms, Oman ($138M) led the market, alone. The second position in the ranking was held by South Korea ($7.5M). It was followed by France.
From 2013 to 2024, the average annual growth rate of value in Oman totaled +8.1%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: South Korea (+12.6% per year) and France (+1.6% per year).
In 2024, the highest levels of chlorosulphuric acid per capita consumption was registered in Oman (21 kg per person), followed by Switzerland (0.6 kg per person), Hungary (0.4 kg per person) and Germany (0.1 kg per person), while the world average per capita consumption of chlorosulphuric acid was estimated at less than 0.1 kg per person.
In Oman, chlorosulphuric acid per capita consumption expanded at an average annual rate of +4.8% over the period from 2013-2024. The remaining consuming countries recorded the following average annual rates of per capita consumption growth: Switzerland (-6.9% per year) and Hungary (+1.1% per year).
Production
World Production of Chlorosulphuric Acid
After eleven years of growth, production of chlorosulphuric acid decreased by -0.2% to 181K tons in 2024. The total output volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% from 2013 to 2024; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the production volume increased by 5.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, global production hit record highs at 182K tons in 2023, and then fell slightly in the following year.
In value terms, chlorosulphuric acid production reached $195M in 2024 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +3.0% from 2013 to 2024; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 5.7%. Over the period under review, global production attained the peak level at $197M in 2022; however, from 2023 to 2024, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Production By Country
The country with the largest volume of chlorosulphuric acid production was Oman (140K tons), comprising approx. 77% of total volume. Moreover, chlorosulphuric acid production in Oman exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Switzerland (12K tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Hungary (6.6K tons), with a 3.6% share.
From 2013 to 2024, the average annual growth rate of volume in Oman stood at +3.5%. The remaining producing countries recorded the following average annual rates of production growth: Switzerland (+0.8% per year) and Hungary (-0.2% per year).
Imports
World Imports of Chlorosulphuric Acid
Global chlorosulphuric acid imports shrank remarkably to 24K tons in 2024, declining by -23.2% on 2023 figures. In general, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 21% against the previous year. Over the period under review, global imports attained the peak figure at 33K tons in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2024, imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, chlorosulphuric acid imports declined modestly to $15M in 2024. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 34% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $16M. From 2022 to 2024, the growth of global imports failed to regain momentum.
Imports By Country
In 2024, Germany (7.8K tons), distantly followed by France (4.7K tons), Japan (3.3K tons), Free Zones (3.2K tons) and Romania (1.5K tons) represented the largest importers of chlorosulphuric acid, together creating 86% of total imports. Belgium (848 tons) took a minor share of total imports.
From 2013 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Germany (with a CAGR of +5.6%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest chlorosulphuric acid importing markets worldwide were Germany ($3.5M), France ($3.2M) and Japan ($1.4M), with a combined 55% share of global imports.
In terms of the main importing countries, Germany, with a CAGR of +4.2%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices By Country
The average chlorosulphuric acid import price stood at $615 per ton in 2024, surging by 27% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a mild increase. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Romania ($767 per ton), while Free Zones ($67 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Romania (+5.0%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Exports
World Exports of Chlorosulphuric Acid
After eight years of growth, overseas shipments of chlorosulphuric acid decreased by -8.2% to 51K tons in 2024. Over the period under review, exports recorded a pronounced setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 28% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global exports reached the peak figure at 65K tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2024, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, chlorosulphuric acid exports amounted to $18M in 2024. In general, exports saw a noticeable contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 44% against the previous year. The global exports peaked at $23M in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2024, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports By Country
Oman was the key exporter of chlorosulphuric acid in the world, with the volume of exports reaching 26K tons, which was near 50% of total exports in 2024. Switzerland (6.5K tons) held the second position in the ranking, followed by Poland (6.2K tons), Belgium (3.1K tons), China (3K tons) and Hungary (2.7K tons). All these countries together held approx. 42% share of total exports. Germany (2.2K tons) held a relatively small share of total exports.
Exports from Oman decreased at an average annual rate of -5.8% from 2013 to 2024. At the same time, Poland (+204.9%), Switzerland (+9.9%) and China (+5.5%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Poland emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the world, with a CAGR of +204.9% from 2013-2024. By contrast, Belgium (-1.1%), Hungary (-1.6%) and Germany (-4.6%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2013 to 2024, the share of Switzerland, Poland and China increased by +13, +12 and +3.3 percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, the largest chlorosulphuric acid supplying countries worldwide were Switzerland ($4.2M), Oman ($2.7M) and Germany ($2.3M), together comprising 50% of global exports. Hungary, Belgium, China and Poland lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 33%.
Among the main exporting countries, Poland, with a CAGR of +171.2%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices By Country
In 2024, the average chlorosulphuric acid export price amounted to $358 per ton, rising by 18% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The global export price peaked at $422 per ton in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2024, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($1,054 per ton), while Oman ($106 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+5.9%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global chlorosulphuric acid market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
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Country coverage:
Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
+ the largest producing countries
Data coverage:
- Global market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Global production, split by region and country
- Global trade (exports and imports)
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Consumption, By Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, 2012–2024