The global persulfates market is poised for consistent growth through 2035, fueled by rising demand for oxidizing agents in polymers, electronics, and water purification. According to Future Market Insights (FMI), the market is valued at USD 935.2 million in 2025 and is projected to hit USD 1,345.0 million by 2035, advancing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.7%.

The FMI report, “Persulfates Market Size, Share, and Forecast 2025–2035,” projects an incremental USD 409.8 million in revenue over the decade, driven by industrialization, environmental regulations, and innovations in high-purity grades for cleaner processes.

A Decade of Growth Anchored by Polymer Production and Water Remediation:

Persulfates’ role as versatile initiators and oxidizers supports steady market momentum. From 2025 to 2030, the market is expected to grow by USD 182.5 million, propelled by polymer manufacturing and electronics etching. 

From 2030 to 2035, FMI anticipates an additional USD 227.3 million in expansion, reflecting heightened adoption in wastewater treatment and sustainable surface cleaning solutions. 

“Persulfates deliver reliable oxidation with minimal environmental impact,” said Nikhil Kaitwade, FMI research analyst. “Advancements in solubility and stability are enabling broader use in eco-friendly polymerization and contaminant degradation.”

Persulfates Key Market Insights at a Glance:

Metric- Global Estimate 

Market Value (2025)- USD 935.2 million 

Forecast Value (2035)- USD 1,345.0 million 

CAGR- 3.7% 

Leading Type- Ammonium (48.7% share) 

Dominant End Use- Polymers (42.3% share) 

Fastest-Growing Region- North America (3.8% CAGR) 

Asia Pacific: The Dominant Persulfates Market Hub: 

Asia Pacific commanded over 45.5% of global revenue in 2024, led by China’s electronics giants like Lenovo and Huawei, plus robust plastics production in Indonesia and Malaysia. The region’s hair color market, growing at 6.1% CAGR, further boosts persulfate demand in bleaching applications. 

Polymer output in India surged 9.63% to 901.9 million tons in 2024, per the Chemicals and Petrochemicals Manufacturers' Association, amplifying regional consumption of persulfates as polymerization initiators.

Persulfates Five Forces Driving Market Expansion: 

Wastewater Treatment Surge: Projects like the Philippines’ Aglipay Sewage Treatment Plant (completion 2025) and U.S. New Upper Thompson facility rely on persulfates for degrading phenols, pharmaceuticals, and PFAS. 

Polymer Production Boom: Global plastics and resins demand elevates persulfates as initiators for vinyl, acrylics, and neoprene. 

Electronics Etching Growth: Cleaning and etching of copper, brass, and zinc in printed circuit boards sustain steady uptake. 

Regulatory Compliance: Stringent environmental rules favor persulfates over harsher alternatives for metal treatment and remediation. 

Production Efficiency Gains: High-purity grades and cost-effective ammonium variants expand industrial versatility.

Persulfates Market Segment Overview: 

By Type: Ammonium leads with 48.7% revenue share in 2025, valued for solubility in aqueous systems and emulsion polymerization. Sodium and potassium follow for specialized applications. 

By End Use: Polymers dominate at 42.3% share, driven by packaging, construction, and automotive sectors. Water treatment and electronics are key growth areas. 

By Region: North America grows at 3.8% CAGR, supported by U.S. plastics leaders like ExxonMobil and Dow Chemical. Asia Pacific holds the largest volume, while Europe advances via regulatory-driven adoption.

Persulfates Market Regional Overview: 

North America: 3.8% CAGR, anchored by third-largest U.S. manufacturing sector and world-leading electronics market. 

Asia Pacific: Over 45.5% share in 2024; China, India, and Thailand drive volume through electronics and polymers. 

Europe: Steady gains from sustainability mandates and pulp/paper applications. 

Middle East & Africa: Emerging wastewater initiatives in GCC countries and South Africa spur localized demand.

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Persulfates Market Competitive Landscape: 

Evonik Active Oxygens 

RheinPerChemie 

UI VR Persulfates 

MITSUBISHI GAS CHEMICAL COMPANY, INC. 

Fujian ZhanHua Chemical Co., Ltd. 

Ak-Kim 

Yatai Electrochemistry Co. Ltd. 

Hebei Jiheng Group 

Fujian Jianou Yongsheng Industry 

San Yuan Chemical Co., Ltd. 

Recent moves include Evonik’s PeroxyChem acquisition (Feb 2024), Calibre Chemicals’ purchase of RheinPerChemie (Sep 2025), and United Initiator’s 10,000-ton sodium persulfate plant in China (Oct 2020). These consolidations enhance capacity and global supply chains.

Persulfates Market Outlook: Oxidizing the Future of Industry: 

Over the next decade, persulfates will evolve with greener formulations and precision applications in advanced water treatment and low-VOC polymers. Health concerns around irritation remain a challenge, yet R&D into safer handling and alternatives mitigates risks. 

“Persulfates are foundational to sustainable oxidation,” Kaitwade added. “As industries prioritize compliance and efficiency, producers investing in purity and application-specific grades will capture long-term value.”

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