Aluminum Sulfate Market Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2031 - By Product, Technology, Grade, Application, End-user, Region: (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East and Africa)

Aluminum Sulfate Market Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2031 - By Product, Technology, Grade, Application, End-user, Region: (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East and Africa)


Global aluminum sulfate market is poised for significant expansion in the coming years, driven by a multitude of factors spanning various industries such as water treatment, pharmaceuticals, and paper & pulp. According to an in-depth market analysis, the aluminum sulfate market, valued at approximately US$ 1231 million in 2031, is projected to exhibit a steady Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 3.0% during the forecast period from 2024 to 2031.

Rising Demand for Fresh Water Resources Boosts Aluminum Sulfate Market

One of the primary drivers behind the surge in demand for aluminum sulfate is the escalating Global need for fresh water resources. Reports from UN-Water highlight the critical role of aluminum sulfate in water treatment processes, especially considering that only a mere 0.5% of Earth's surface water is deemed suitable for consumption. With water scarcity challenges prevalent across various regions due to uneven distribution, the demand for effective water treatment solutions has been steadily rising, consequently bolstering the growth of the water treatment chemicals market and, by extension, the aluminum sulfate market.

Expanding Pharmaceutical Industry Driving Aluminum Sulfate Demand

Furthermore, the pharmaceutical sector has emerged as a significant contributor to the expansion of the aluminum sulfate market. Renowned for its numerous clinical benefits, aluminum sulfate is finding increasing utilization in pharmaceutical applications. The growing pharmaceutical industry, particularly in regions such as Europe and the United States, has been driving significant demand for aluminum sulfate. This demand is further augmented by the implementation of policies aimed at addressing pharmaceutical pollution, thus ensuring the sustainability of this trend and driving market growth in the foreseeable future.

Paper & Pulp Industry Surging, Fostering Aluminum Sulfate Market Expansion

Moreover, the paper & pulp industry stands out as another major driver of the aluminum sulfate market. Aluminum sulfate plays a crucial role in paper sizing processes, and the burgeoning demand for paper products, fueled by government regulations favoring paper over plastic, has been a significant factor propelling growth in this sector. The printing and sizing of papers are expected to contribute substantially to the demand for chemicals like aluminum sulfate within the paper and pulp industry, thereby stimulating further market growth.

Regional Insights: China Leading Growth, Europe and North America Follow

From a regional perspective, China is expected to witness rapid growth in the aluminum sulfate market, with projections indicating significant expansion by 2028. Europe, with its considerable market share, is anticipated to maintain a strong foothold in the Global market, closely followed by North America. Additionally, regions such as South East Asia & the Pacific are forecasted to experience notable growth, while the Middle East and Africa market is poised for steady expansion.

Key Players Driving Market Innovation and Growth

In terms of key players driving innovation and growth in the Global aluminum sulfate market, several prominent companies stand out. These include Chemtrade Logistics Inc., Nippon Light Metal, Kemira Jye, GEO Specialty Chemicals, and GAC Chemical, among others, who are actively contributing to market dynamics and shaping its trajectory.

Market Segmentation and Outlook

The Global aluminum sulfate market is segmented based on application, product type, grade, and region. Applications include water treatment, paper & pulp, food & beverages, textile, personal care, and others. Product types comprise ferric alum and non-ferric alum, while grades encompass food & pharmaceutical and industrial grades. Key regions covered in the market analysis include North America, Latin America, Europe, South East Asia & Pacific, China, Japan, and the Middle East and Africa.

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1. Executive Summary
1.1. Global Aluminum Sulfate Market Snapshot
1.2. Future Projections
1.3. Key Market Trends
1.4. Regional Snapshot, by Value, 2024
1.5. Analyst Recommendations
2. Market Overview
2.1. Market Definitions and Segmentations
2.2. Market Dynamics
2.2.1. Drivers
2.2.2. Restraints
2.2.3. Market Opportunities
2.3. Value Chain Analysis
2.4. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
2.5. COVID-19 Impact Analysis
2.5.1. Supply
2.5.2. Demand
2.6. Impact of Ukraine-Russia Conflict
2.7. Economic Overview
2.7.1. World Economic Projections
2.8. PESTLE Analysis
3. Global Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
3.1. Global Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
3.1.1. Key Highlights
3.1.1.1. Ferric Alum
3.1.1.2. Non-ferric Alum
3.2. Global Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
3.2.1. Key Highlights
3.2.1.1. Food & pharmaceutical
3.2.1.2. Industrial
3.3. Global Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
3.3.1. Key Highlights
3.3.1.1. Water treatment Paper & pulp
3.3.1.2. Food & beverages
3.3.1.3. Textile
3.3.1.4. Personal care
3.3.1.5. Others
3.4. Global Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Region, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
3.4.1. Key Highlights
3.4.1.1. North America
3.4.1.2. Europe
3.4.1.3. Asia Pacific
3.4.1.4. Latin America
3.4.1.5. Middle East & Africa
4. North America Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
4.1. North America Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
4.1.1. Key Highlights
4.1.1.1. Ferric Alum
4.1.1.2. Non-ferric Alum
4.2. North America Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
4.2.1. Key Highlights
4.2.1.1. Food & pharmaceutical
4.2.1.2. Industrial
4.3. North America Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
4.3.1. Key Highlights
4.3.1.1. Water treatment Paper & pulp
4.3.1.2. Food & beverages
4.3.1.3. Textile
4.3.1.4. Personal care
4.3.1.5. Others
4.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
4.4. North America Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
4.4.1. Key Highlights
4.4.1.1. U.S. Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
4.4.1.2. U.S. Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
4.4.1.3. U.S. Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
4.4.1.4. Canada Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
4.4.1.5. Canada Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
4.4.1.6. Canada Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
4.4.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
5. Europe Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
5.1. Europe Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.1.1. Key Highlights
5.1.1.1. Ferric Alum
5.1.1.2. Non-ferric Alum
5.2. Europe Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.2.1. Key Highlights
5.2.1.1. Food & pharmaceutical
5.2.1.2. Industrial
5.3. Europe Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.3.1. Key Highlights
5.3.1.1. Water treatment Paper & pulp
5.3.1.2. Food & beverages
5.3.1.3. Textile
5.3.1.4. Personal care
5.3.1.5. Others
5.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
5.4. Europe Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1. Key Highlights
5.4.1.1. Germany Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.2. Germany Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.3. Germany Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.4. U.K. Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.5. U.K. Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.6. U.K. Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.7. France Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.8. France Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.9. France Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.10. Italy Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.11. Italy Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.12. Italy Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.13. Turkey Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.14. Turkey Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.15. Turkey Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.16. Russia Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.17. Russia Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.18. Russia Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.19. Rest of Europe Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.20. Rest of Europe Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.1.21. Rest of Europe Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
5.4.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
6. Asia Pacific Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
6.1. Asia Pacific Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.1.1. Key Highlights
6.1.1.1. Ferric Alum
6.1.1.2. Non-ferric Alum
6.2. Asia Pacific Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.2.1. Key Highlights
6.2.1.1. Food & pharmaceutical
6.2.1.2. Industrial
6.3. Asia Pacific Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.3.1. Key Highlights
6.3.1.1. Water treatment Paper & pulp
6.3.1.2. Food & beverages
6.3.1.3. Textile
6.3.1.4. Personal care
6.3.1.5. Others
6.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
6.4. Asia Pacific Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1. Key Highlights
6.4.1.1. China Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.2. China Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.3. China Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.4. Japan Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.5. Japan Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.6. Japan Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.7. South Korea Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.8. South Korea Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.9. South Korea Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.10. India Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.11. India Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.12. India Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.13. Southeast Asia Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.14. Southeast Asia Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.15. Southeast Asia Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.16. Rest of Asia Pacific Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.17. Rest of Asia Pacific Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.4.1.18. Rest of Asia Pacific Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
6.4.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
7. Latin America Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
7.1. Latin America Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.1.1. Key Highlights
7.1.1.1. Ferric Alum
7.1.1.2. Non-ferric Alum
7.2. Latin America Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.2.1.1. Food & pharmaceutical
7.2.1.2. Industrial
7.3. Latin America Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.3.1. Key Highlights
7.3.1.1. Water treatment
7.3.1.2. Paper & pulp
7.3.1.3. Food & beverages
7.3.1.4. Textile
7.3.1.5. Personal care
7.3.1.6. Others
7.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
7.4. Latin America Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1. Key Highlights
7.4.1.1. Brazil Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.2. Brazil Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.3. Brazil Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.4. Mexico Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.5. Mexico Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.6. Mexico Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.7. Argentina Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.8. Argentina Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.9. Argentina Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.10. Rest of Latin America Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.11. Rest of Latin America Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.4.1.12. Rest of Latin America Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
7.4.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
8. Middle East & Africa Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, 2018 – 2031
8.1. Middle East & Africa Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.1.1. Key Highlights
8.1.1.1. Ferric Alum
8.1.1.2. Non-ferric Alum
8.2. Middle East & Africa Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.2.1. Key Highlights
8.2.1.1. Food & pharmaceutical
8.2.1.2. Industrial
8.3. Middle East & Africa Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.3.1. Key Highlights
8.3.1.1. Water treatment Paper & pulp
8.3.1.2. Food & beverages
8.3.1.3. Textile
8.3.1.4. Personal care
8.3.1.5. Others
8.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
8.4. Middle East & Africa Aluminum Sulfate Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1. Key Highlights
8.4.1.1. GCC Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.2. GCC Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.3. GCC Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.4. South Africa Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.5. South Africa Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.6. South Africa Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.7. Egypt Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.8. Egypt Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.9. Egypt Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.10. Rest of Middle East & Africa Aluminum Sulfate Market by Type, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.11. Rest of Middle East & Africa Aluminum Sulfate Market by Grade, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.4.1.12. Rest of Middle East & Africa Aluminum Sulfate Market by Application, Value (US$ Mn) and Volume (Tons), 2018 – 2031
8.4.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
9. Competitive Landscape
9.1. By Application vs by Grade Heat map
9.2. Manufacturer vs by Grade Heatmap
9.3. Company Market Share Analysis, 2023
9.4. Competitive Dashboard
9.5. Company Profiles
9.5.1.Chemtrade
9.5.1.1. Company Overview
9.5.1.2. Product Portfolio
9.5.1.3. Financial Overview
9.5.1.4. Business Strategies and Development
9.5.2. GEO Specialty Chemicals
9.5.3. Nippon Light Metal
9.5.4. C & S Chemical
9.5.5. USALCO
9.5.6. Drury Industries
9.5.7. Affinity Chemical
9.5.8. GAC Chemical
9.5.9. Kemira
9.5.10. Ltd.
9.5.11. Sanfeng Environmental Group Co.
10. Appendix
10.1.Research Methodology
10.2.Report Assumptions
10.3.Acronyms and Abbreviations
List of Region/Countries  
 North America
o U.S.
o Canada
 Europe
o Germany
o U.K.
o France
o Italy
o Turkey
o Russia
o Rest of Europe
 Asia Pacific
o China
o Japan
o South Korea
o India
o Southeast Asia
o Rest of Asia Pacific
 Latin America
o Brazil
o Mexico
o Rest of Latin America
 Middle East & Africa
o GCC
o Egypt
o South Africa
o Rest of Middle East & Africa

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