- Potassium sulfate fertilizers are gaining prominence due to their vital role in improving crop yield and quality, especially for chloride-sensitive crops such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, and tobacco, where excess chloride can harm growth and reduce market value
- The increasing demand for high-value specialty crops, coupled with rising awareness about balanced nutrient management and the benefits of chloride-free fertilizers, is driving the global adoption of potassium sulfate fertilizers
- China is expected to dominate the Asia Pacific potassium sulfate fertilizers market, holding the largest revenue share of 30.33% in 2025, attributed to the region’s extensive agricultural production, rising demand for high-value crops, and increasing adoption of modern fertilization practices
- China is also projected to be the fastest-growing region in the market during the forecast period, driven by population growth, supportive government initiatives to enhance crop productivity, and expanding awareness of chloride-free fertilizers among farmers
- The granular segment is expected to dominate the potassium sulfate fertilizers market with a market share of 61.08% in 2025, owing to its ease of application, longer shelf life, and suitability for a wide range of crops and soil types
