Zinc Chemicals Global Market Report 2025

Zinc (Zn) is a chemical element, a low-melting metal belonging to group 12 (IIb or zinc group) of the periodic table. It is essential to life and holds significant importance as one of the most widely used metals for galvanizing iron, providing protection against corrosion.

The main types of zinc chemicals include zinc oxide, zinc sulfate, zinc carbonate, zinc chloride, and others. Zinc oxide is an inorganic substance with a white tint, commonly available in powder form. It finds various applications in rubber compounding, agriculture, glass and ceramics, paints and coatings, chemicals, food and pharmaceuticals, textiles, and other industries.

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The zinc chemicals market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $10.38 billion in 2024 to $10.93 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to galvanization in construction, automotive industry demand, battery manufacturing, pharmaceuticals and health products, increased applications intextile industry.

The zinc chemicals market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $14.08 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rise in renewable energy, water treatment applications, expansion of agriculture practices, demand for anticorrosive coatings, growing awareness of zinc benefits, increasing demand in end-use industries. Major trends in the forecast period include technological advancements in production, advancements in battery technology, smart agriculture practices, advancements in pharmaceutical formulations, market consolidation and strategic alliances.

The zinc chemicals market is anticipated to experience growth, primarily attributed to the rapid expansion of the automotive industry. This sector encompasses various activities related to automobile manufacturing, distribution, retail, and maintenance. Zinc plays a vital role in producing automotive components such as door lock housing, pawls, retractor gears, pulleys for seat belt systems, camshaft components, and sensors. Its unique properties, including strength, ductility, and malleability, make it an indispensable material for automotive applications. As per Zippia Inc., the US automotive market is projected to be valued at $100.9 billion in 2022, producing 9.2 million vehicles in 2021. The motor vehicle and parts industry in the United States generated $1.53 trillion in revenue as of 2021, underscoring the significant impact of the automotive industry's rapid growth on the zinc chemicals market.

The zinc chemicals market is expected to benefit from the expanding rubber industry. This sector involves various processes related to rubber cultivation, processing, manufacturing, and distribution. Zinc chemicals play a crucial role in rubber compounding, influencing factors such as vulcanization, adhesion, aging resistance, and heat resistance. These aspects are essential for producing high-quality rubber products used in diverse applications. Recent data from the Rubber & Tyre Expo Vietnam indicates a global increase in natural rubber output by 3.8% over 2021, reaching 1.1 million tons, highlighting the growing importance of zinc chemicals in the rubber industry.

Technological advancement is a key trend gaining traction in the zinc chemicals market. Leading companies in this sector are concentrating on developing advanced chemicals to enhance their market presence. For example, in July 2024, Hindustan Zinc, an Indian producer of zinc, silver, lead, and cadmium, introduced its new low-carbon zinc brand, EcoZen, marking Asia's first low-carbon zinc product aimed at the global market. Certified by a prominent global sustainability consultancy through a life cycle assessment (LCA), EcoZen features a carbon footprint of less than one ton of carbon equivalent for each ton of zinc produced. By combining environmental responsibility with quality, EcoZen offers a sustainable product that has one of the lowest global warming potential (GWP) values-approximately 75% lower than the global average.

Companies in the zinc chemicals market are also embracing strategic partnerships to leverage unique manufacturing technologies. In August 2023, Nevada Zinc Corporation, a Canadian manufacturer of zinc chemicals, announced a strategic partnership with BelZinc Srl. This collaboration aims to position Nevada Zinc as a zinc oxide producer using feedstock from the Lone Mountain non-sulphide zinc deposit and BelZinc's patented production technology. The partnership includes the supply of zinc oxide to smelters, contributing to reduced hazardous emissions. Nevada Zinc will provide BelZinc with ownership shares, fostering mutual collaboration and expansion opportunities.

In June 2022, U.S. Zinc, a US-based manufacturer and supplier of zinc products, acquired EverZinc. This acquisition, undisclosed in amount, positions Aterian Investment Partners, the parent company of U.S. Zinc, to become a leading global manufacturer of zinc chemical products. EverZinc, a Belgium-based company, specializes in producing zinc chemicals, including fine zinc powders, zinc oxide, powders for batteries, and Zano.

Major companies operating in the zinc chemicals market include U.S. Zinc Corp., Akrochem Corporation, American Chemet Corporation, Hindustan Zinc Ltd., L. Brugge-mann GmbH & Co. KG, Old Bridge Chemicals Inc., Pan-Continental Chemical Co. Ltd., Purity Zinc Metals LLC, Rubamin Private Limited, Seyang Zinc Technology Co. Ltd., TIB Chemicals AG, Unique Specialty Chemicals, Votorantim SA, Weifang Longda Zinc Industry Co. Ltd., Zinc Oxide LLC, Zochem Inc., Glencore plc, Vedanta Resources Limited, Trevali Mining Corporation, MMG Limited, Zinc Industrias Nacionales S.A., ZincOne Resources Inc., ZincFive Inc., Teck Resources Limited, Bruggemann Chemical US Inc., Chemetall GmbH, Chemtrade Refinery Services Inc., EMD Performance Materials Corp., G.H. Chemicals Limited, Global Chemical Co. Ltd., Grillo-Werke AG, Hubei Hongyuan Pharmaceutical Technology Co. Ltd., Hunan Jingshi Group Co. Ltd., Jost Chemical Co., KVB Processors Pvt. Ltd., PMC Group Inc., Shepherd Chemical Company, Umicore NV, Zinc Nacional SA

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the zinc chemicals market in 2024. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the zinc chemicals market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the zinc chemicals market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

The countries covered in the zinc chemicals market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The zinc chemicals market consists of sales of zinc chemicals used in cosmetics, plastics, inks, soaps, batteries, and electrical equipment. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

Zinc Chemicals Global Market Report 2025 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses on zinc chemicals market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market.
• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
• The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include:

The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
• The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth. It covers the growth trajectory of COVID-19 for all regions, key developed countries and major emerging markets.
• The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
• The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.

Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Type: Zinc Oxide; Zinc Sulfate; Zinc Carbonate; Zinc Chloride; Other Types
• 2) By Application: Rubber Compounding; Agriculture; Glass And Ceramics; Paints And Coatings; Chemicals; Food And Pharmaceuticals; Textiles; Other Applications
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Zinc Oxide: Regular Zinc Oxide; Nano Zinc Oxide
• 2) By Zinc Sulfate: Heptahydrate Zinc Sulfate; Monohydrate Zinc Sulfate
• 3) By Zinc Carbonate: Basic Zinc Carbonate; Zinc Carbonate Hydroxide
• 4) By Zinc Chloride: Anhydrous Zinc Chloride; Hexahydrate Zinc Chloride
• 5) By Other Types: Zinc Acetate; Zinc Citrate; Zinc Phosphate
• Companies Mentioned: U.S. Zinc Corp.; Akrochem Corporation; American Chemet Corporation; Hindustan Zinc Ltd.; L. Brugge-mann GmbH & Co. KG
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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