(MENAFN- EIN Presswire) EINPresswire/ -- The Industrial Salt Market size was valued at USD 16.31 Bn in 2024, and the total industrial salt revenue is expected to reach USD 22.92 Bn by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 4.34% during 2025–2032.

Industrial Salt Market Overview

Industrial Salt Market originate from rock salt deposits or seawater, are refined for various end-uses, and are vital in chemicals, textiles, glass, leather, paper, polymers, and oil and gas. Global demand is increasing steadily as industrial salts are being used more for fertilizing chemicals, municipal water treatments, and de-icing. North America will continue to be a dominant consumer and among the highest in per capita consumption, as the U.S. used between 13.6 and 18 million metric tons of de-icing salt over the winter months. In Canada, de-icing salt consumption can be up to 4.5 million metric tons. The chemical industry presents strong growth opportunities overall as industrial salt is critical for the production of chlorine and caustic soda through the chlor-alkali process. However, volatility of pricing continues with supply chain challenges stemming from natural disasters, geopolitical concerns, and delays in transport. The Asia Pacific region represents the total global production leader as China produced 53 million tons, and Indian 30 million tons by 2023. Germany is the top exporter, while Vietnam is the largest importing country for shipments globally.

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Industrial Salt Market Dynamics

Growth of the Industrial Salt Market Stemming from Commercial Use of Industrial Salt in Chemical Processing, De-Icing, and Water Treatment

Industrially, salt is employed for its role in chemical processing, especially in the chlor-alkali industry, where it is used to produce chlorine and caustic soda needed to produce other chemicals, including plastics, solvents, detergents, and pharmaceuticals, to name a few. As the chemical industry grows, so does the demand for industrial salt. Salt is also very important in de-icing applications during winter. Due to the increased severity of northern hemisphere winters, the demand for road salt is still high.

The United States consumes about 15-20 million tons of de-icing salt per year.
Canada consumes about 4-5 million tons per year.
Road de-icing is estimated to account for about 12.6% of the total salt consumed in 2023.

Lastly, industrial salt is vital in water softening and treatment processes. It serves as the regeneration medium for ion-exchange resins used for the removal of minerals that cause hardness, thus providing optimal performance of plumbing systems and appliances. As global requirements for water treatment increase, salt consumption within this sector also continues to increase. The enhanced utilization of rock salt in water treatment systems will drive more demand in this market as well.

Water treatment consumption of industrial salt is expected to exceed 455 kilotons by 2031.

Global Industrial Salt Market Opportunities


Increased demand for chemical manufacturing.

The chlor-alkali process relies heavily on salt as a key raw material and is a fundamental part of global chemical manufacturing. As demand for chlorine, caustic soda, and hydrogen grows in various end markets, including water treatment, agriculture, and industrial manufacturing sectors, there will be an increasing opportunity for industrial salt suppliers.

New / emerging players in this sector can gain market share through partnering with chemical manufacturers, improving the quality of salt, and/or improving supply chain capabilities. Target markets for expansion are also in countries with developing/emerging markets where the chemical sector is growing rapidly, such as India and Southeast Asia.

The US chemical industry represented 10% of total goods exports, or USD 179 billion in 2022.
India's chemical industry is forecasted to grow at 9.3% until 2025, and specialty chemicals will have a greater than 12% CAGR.
Global Industrial Salt Market Challenges

Supply Chain Disruption

The market for industrial salt is vulnerable to supply chain risks, which can stem from extreme weather, natural disasters, or geopolitical conflicts. Floods, hurricanes, or cyclones can temporarily dislocate salt production or damage logistical networks. Trading restrictions or political unrest could exacerbate the disruption to global salt movement.

Additional logistical disruptions, which often result from a combination of port congestion and other postponement and blockage situations for transport, lead to increased prices, reduced reliability, and temporary shortages in end-use industries if and when they occur.

Global Industrial Salt Market Segmentation

The Natural Brine segment held a significant market share in 2024. Brine deposits are still the key source for the industrial production of salt that is used for chemicals and mining, with brine coming from underground aquifers and shallow basin deposits. It is important to note that government regulations limiting traditional mining are increasing the reliance on brine for the production of salt.

Currently, there is an estimated 141.5 million m3/day of brine produced in the world or 51.7 billion m3/year. The Middle East and North Africa produced 70.3% of brine globally

Industrial Salt Market Regional Insight

In 2024, the Asia Pacific has became the largest regional market for industrial salt because of growing industrial activity and climatic conditions that allow for high-volume production. China is the regional leader, producing approximately 53 million tons of industrial salt in 2023. India is next with its production reaching approximately 30 million tons, with about 70% produced in Gujarat. Australia produces about 14 million tons through solar evaporation and supplies the domestic and export markets. Cargill, K+S AG, and Tata Chemicals Ltd. are all significant players in the region.

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Global Industrial Salt Market Competitive Landscape

The market is highly competitive with both established and emerging companies competing for share. Leading players include:

Cargill Incorporated
. K+S AG
. Rio Tinto
. Compass Minerals International
. Israel Chemicals Limited
. China National Salt Industry
. Tata Chemicals Ltd
. Mitsui & Co. Ltd
. CV Sal Exporter
. Nouryon
. Archean Group
. Delmon Group of Companies
. Salins IAA
. Morton Salt Inc.
. Dominion Salt Ltd
. Donald Brown Group

In January 2021, Tata Chemicals acquired Archean Group's industrial salt unit, increasing its production capacity to 3 million tons per year.


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