Sulfuric Acid Companies

The global sulfuric acid market is projected to grow from USD 41.23 billion in 2025 to USD 49.94 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 3.9% during the forecast period. Sulfuric acid is a fundamental chemical used across many industrial sectors, with its market divided by raw material sources, applications, grades, forms, and production methods. Among raw materials, elemental sulfur is the most commonly used because of its widespread availability, especially as a byproduct of oil and gas refining, which helps ensure steady production and cost-effectiveness. In terms of use, the fertilizer industry is a major consumer, particularly for producing phosphate-based fertilizers, where sulfuric acid is essential for transforming phosphate rock into usable phosphoric acid. This single application accounts for a large part of the global demand. As the world continues to focus on increasing agricultural output and food security—especially in emerging economies—reliance on sulfuric acid in fertilizer production is growing. This rising agricultural demand, combined with reliable sulfur supplies from refining industries, is a key factor driving the sustained growth of the global sulfuric acid market.

Sulfuric Acid Companies

PhosAgro Group (Russia), Aurubis AG (Germany), Mosaic (US), OCP (Morocco), and Jiangxi Copper Corporation (China) fall under the winners’ category. These are the leading players globally in the sulfuric acid market based on their production capacities. These companies have adopted strategies such as acquisitions, agreements, joint ventures, and expansions to grow their market share.

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PhosAgro Group (Russia)

PhosAgro Group is one of Europe’s leading producers of phosphate-based fertilizers. The group manufactures and sells phosphate-based fertilizers, MCP (feed phosphate mainly used in the agricultural feed industry), and high-grade phosphate rock, ammonia, and nitrogen-based fertilizers. The company operates through two main segments: Phosphate and Nitrogen-based Products and Other. It supplies sulfuric acid through the Phosphate and Nitrogen-based Products segment. The company operates in 74 regions, with 22 regional offices and 34 distribution centers in over 100 countries. Its regional presence includes Europe, Africa, South America, and Asia Pacific.

Aurubis AG (Germany)

Aurubis AG is a leading provider of non-ferrous metals and one of the largest copper recyclers worldwide. The company processes complex metal concentrates, scrap metals, organic and inorganic metal-bearing recycling materials, and industrial residues into high-quality metals. It operates through two main segments: Multimetal Recycling and Custom Smelting & Products. The company supplies sulfuric acid via its Custom Smelting & Products segment. It has manufacturing sites in Belgium, Bulgaria, Germany, Italy, Finland, Spain, and the US. Additionally, the company maintains a global presence through operations in more than 20 countries across Europe, the Americas, and Asia Pacific.

Mosaic (US)

Mosaic is a leading integrated producer of concentrated potash and phosphate. The company is engaged in all stages of agricultural nutrition, from resource extraction to the production of feed, industrial products, and crop nutrients for customers worldwide. It extracts, refines, and exports millions of tons of high-quality fertilizers and potash annually. The company operates through three main segments: phosphates, potash, and Mosaic Fertilizantes. The Phosphates segment owns and operates mines and processing facilities in Florida, producing concentrated phosphate crop nutrients and phosphate-based animal feed ingredients and plants in Louisiana that manufacture concentrated phosphate crop nutrients for domestic and international markets. The Potash segment owns and operates potash mines and production facilities in Canada and the US. The Mosaic Fertilizantes segment includes five phosphate rock mines, four phosphate chemical plants, and a potash mine in Brazil. It also encompasses the distribution business in South America, which includes sales offices, crop nutrient blending and bagging facilities, port terminals, and warehouses in Brazil and Paraguay. The company maintains a regional presence across North America, South America, and Asia Pacific.

OCP (Morocco)

OCP manages an integrated phosphate supply chain, including four phosphate mines, two processing plants, and a network of ports and logistics infrastructure. Its mining operations are located in Khouribga, Benguerir, Youssoufia, and Boucraa, with Khouribga being the largest in output. Phosphate is transported by slurry pipeline or rail to industrial sites for processing. Key processing facilities include Jorf Lasfar and Safi, where phosphate is converted into phosphoric acid and fertilizers. The company operates through four main product categories: Fertilizers, Phosphoric Acid, Phosphate Rock, and Other Products. Its regional presence spans North America, South America, Africa, Asia Pacific, and Europe.

Jiangxi Copper Corporation (China)

Jiangxi Copper Corporation is one of China’s largest producers of copper cathodes and a key supplier of various copper products. Over the past four decades, the company has expanded from copper mining to developing multiple polymetallic resources, including gold, silver, rare earths, lead, and zinc. Besides its core mining operations, Jiangxi Copper is involved in trading, logistics, finance, and technical services. The company has established mining operations in China and internationally in Peru, Albania, and Afghanistan, converting a wide range of mineral resources into commercial products used across various industries. The company operates through two main business segments: copper-related and gold-related businesses. It has a regional presence in Asia Pacific, South America, and Europe.

Market Ranking

Companies are ranked in the global sulfuric acid market based on revenue, production capacity, technological innovation, and market presence. Leading players such as PhosAgro Group (Russia), Aurubis AG (Germany), Mosaic (US), OCP (Morocco), and Jiangxi Copper Corporation (China) are playing a crucial role in global supply, accounting for a significant share of total sulfuric acid production and exports. Key players continually invest in capacity expansions and strategic alliances to strengthen their market position. Strategic acquisitions, agreements, joint ventures, and expansions are key competitive forces shaping the market, as companies aim to enhance scalability, manufacturing efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in response to increasing demand in the chemical sector and global sustainability regulations.

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