Global Insoluble Sulfur Market Size to Exceed USD 1.80 Billion by 2033
According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, The Global Insoluble Sulfur Market Size Expected to Grow from USD 1.00 Billion in 2023 to USD 1.80 Billion by 2033, at a CAGR of 6.05% during the forecast period 2023-2033.
Browse 210 market data Tables and 45 Figures spread through 190 Pages and in-depth TOC on the Global Insoluble Sulfur Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Grade (Sublimed Insoluble Sulfur, Precipitated Insoluble Sulfur, Insoluble Flowable Sulfur), By Application (Rubber & Tyre, Battery & Cable, Pigments & Dyes, Pharmaceuticals, Matches & Fireworks), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2023 - 2033
The insoluble sulfur market in the market context represents the global industry in terms of production, distribution, and consumption of insoluble sulfur, primarily utilized as a vulcanizing agent in the rubber and tire manufacturing sectors. Insoluble sulfur is sulfur that is practically insoluble in organic solvents and water; therefore, it finds extensive industrial application, primarily in the production of rubber. Furthermore, the rising demand for high-performance tires and rubber products from the automotive industry to produce vulcanized rubber provides better durability and strength further boosting the demand in the insoluble sulfur market. Expansion in the rubber manufacturing industry, especially construction, electronics, and footwear, promotes growth in the market. Advances in technology regarding the process of production further enhance efficiency, thus reducing cost and further pushing market growth. The needs for high-performance as well as eco-friendly materials in a variety of industries increase the consumption of insoluble sulfur. Moreover, major trends are sustainable rubber production and eco-friendly vulcanizing agents. Great opportunities lie in the areas of electric vehicle tire applications, medical devices, and research into green chemistry for vulcanization. However, market restraint factors will include fluctuating sulfur prices, environmental considerations over extracting sulfur, and high-cost advanced manufacturing processes. Additionally, competition from substitutes and alternate vulcanization technologies will limit potential growth.
The sublimed insoluble sulfur segment accounted for the greatest share in 2023 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.
On the basis of the grade, the global insoluble sulfur market is divided into sublimed insoluble sulfur, precipitated insoluble sulfur, and insoluble flowable sulfur. Among these, the sublimed insoluble sulfur segment accounted for the greatest share in 2023 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. It is highly stable, uniform, and cost-effective, so it is used extensively in the production of tires and rubber products. Its vulcanizing properties are also efficient and reliable for mass production, which is another reason why it is dominating the market.
The rubber & tire segment accounted for the fastest share in 2023 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.
On the basis of the application, the global insoluble sulfur market is divided into rubber & tire, battery & cable, pigments & dyes, pharmaceuticals, matches & fireworks. Among these, the rubber & tire segment accounted for the fastest share in 2023 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is because high-performance tires have become in great demand in the automotive industry, driven by the surge in electric vehicle sales and demand for durable long-lasting tires. The role that insoluble sulfur plays in rubber properties makes it a critical input in tire production, which contributes to this growth.
Asia Pacific is projected to hold the largest share of the global insoluble sulfur market over the forecast period.
Asia Pacific is projected to hold the largest share of the global insoluble sulfur market over the forecast period. This is majorly attributed to the existence of large manufacturing sites in countries like China and India, which demand a lot of tires and rubber products. It also has an expanding automotive industry, more industrialization, and heavy demand for rubber in many fields, thus a leader in the worldwide insoluble sulfur market.
North America is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR growth of the global insoluble sulfur market during the forecast period. The increasing demand for high-performance tires in the U.S. automotive sector, including electric vehicles, drives growth. In addition, improvements in technology and the region's focus on sustainable manufacturing practices also fuel this expansion. The expanding automotive and tire sectors are among the key drivers for this market.
Company Profiling
Major vendors in the global insoluble sulfur market are Lions Industries s.r.o, Nynas AB, Oriental Carbon & Chemical Ltd., LAXNESS, SHIKOKU KASEI HOLDINGS CORPORATION, China Sunsine Chemical Holdings, Grupa Azoty, Henan Kailun Chemical, Schill+Seilacher Struktol GmbH., and Others.
Key Target Audience
- Market Players
- Investors
- End-users
- Government Authorities
- Consulting and Research Firm
- Venture capitalists
- Value-Added Resellers (VARs)
Recent Development
- In July 2022, Shikoku Chemicals announced its intention to build additional plants at its Marugame Plant, Kagawa to produce insoluble sulfur. The construction plan is expected from April 2023 to be completed in October 2024; the new facility start production as of December 2024. For 4.5 billion yen ($32.8 million) the new capacity will enhance production at Shikoku.
Market Segment
This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2023 to 2033. Spherical Insights has segmented the global insoluble sulfur market based on the below-mentioned segments:
Global Insoluble Sulfur Market, By Grade
- Sublimed Insoluble Sulfur
- Precipitated Insoluble Sulfur
- Insoluble Flowable Sulfur
Global Insoluble Sulfur Market, By End Users
- Rubber & Tire
- Battery & Cable
- Pigments & Dyes
- Pharmaceuticals
- Matches & Fireworks
Global Insoluble Sulfur Market, By Regional
- North America
- Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Russia
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Australia
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Rest of South America
- Middle East & Africa
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- Qatar
- South Africa
- Rest of the Middle East & Africa