Ferrous Sulfate Market Size To Reach $3,308.0 Million By 2033

Ferrous Sulfate Market Growth & Trends

The global ferrous sulfate market size is anticipated to reach USD 3,308.0 million by 2033. It is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 4.0% from 2026 to 2033, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The ferrous (Iron II) sulfate market is growing because it serves essential, repeat demand in wastewater treatment and crop nutrition. Buyers choose it for dependable chemistry, easy handling, and competitive cost. Consumption stays resilient since applications link directly to regulation compliance and productivity needs.

Growth is supported by rising treatment intensity in municipal and industrial effluent systems where ferrous sulfate is used for phosphate removal, contaminant reduction, and sludge conditioning. Stricter discharge limits increase chemical dosing consistency, keeping volumes stable across operating cycles. Agriculture demand expands where iron deficiency limits chlorophyll formation and yield. Ferrous sulfate remains widely adopted because it offers a practical micronutrient route at lower formulation cost than many alternatives. Steady uptake in feed and supplements reinforces baseline demand.

Ferrous sulfate heptahydrate remains the leading product form because it is widely available and economical to produce, often generated through established industrial processes. The crystalline solid format suits bulk markets since it stores well, ships efficiently, and dissolves reliably for downstream use. It aligns with high volume applications such as wastewater treatment and agriculture where price per unit performance matters. Faster growth is expected from monohydrate and anhydrous forms because higher active iron content supports precision formulations and lower moisture handling.

Asia Pacific leads the market due to the scale of wastewater treatment demand and large agricultural input consumption. Industrial effluent control requirements expand alongside manufacturing output, driving steady coagulant usage. Fertilizer intensity and soil micronutrient correction needs support recurring agricultural consumption. The region also benefits from strong upstream production linkages that improve availability and pricing competitiveness.

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Ferrous Sulfate Market Report Highlights

• Demand for ferrous sulfate is increasing due to expanding wastewater treatment requirements and steady agricultural micronutrient consumption. Water utilities and industrial facilities rely on it for phosphate removal and sludge conditioning because it delivers consistent treatment performance at competitive cost. Agricultural demand is supported by recurring iron deficiency issues that affect crop greening and yield, making ferrous sulfate a widely used soil and fertilizer input.

• By application, water and wastewater treatment remains the dominant segment as treatment plants operate on continuous chemical dosing cycles. Agriculture follows due to broad use in fertilizers and soil conditioning.

• Europe is expected to show the fastest growth as strict discharge regulations increase coagulant consumption, while mature wastewater infrastructure upgrades sustain recurring procurement. Growing focus on nutrient removal and sludge management further strengthens demand.

Ferrous Sulfate Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global ferrous sulfate market on the basis of product, form, application, and region

Ferrous Sulfate Product Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)

• Anhydrous

• Monohydrate

• Heptahydrate

Ferrous Sulfate Form Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)

• Solid

• Liquid

Ferrous Sulfate Application Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)

• Water & Wastewater Treatment

• Agriculture

• Animal Feed Additives

• Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals

• Construction Materials

• Chemical Processing

• Other Applications

Ferrous Sulfate Regional Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)

• North America

  • U.S.

  • Canada

  • Mexico

• Europe

  • Germany

  • UK

  • Italy

  • Spain

  • France

• Asia Pacific

  • China

  • India

  • Japan

  • South Korea

• Latin America

  • Brazil

  • Argentina

• Middle East & Africa

  • Saudi Arabia

  • South Africa

List of Key Players in Ferrous (Iron II) Sulfate Market

• Crown Technology, Inc.

• Rech Chemical Co. Ltd.

• Venator Materials PLC

• Coogee Chemicals Pty Ltd

• Chemland Group

• Pencco, Inc.

• KRONOS Worldwide, Inc.

• Kemira Oyj

• Guangxi Jintao Titanium Co. Ltd.

• Hong Yield Chemical Industrial Co., Ltd.

• Kemira Oyj