Market overview
The global chelated micronutrient blends market is worth USD 1.4 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 2.7 bn by 2036, growing at a 7.2% CAGR. China is the largest country market and Iron is the largest by micronutrient segment.
| Scope | Chelated micronutrient fertilisers and blends of iron, zinc, manganese, copper and boron, bound with EDTA, EDDHA, DTPA and amino acids, applied through soil, foliar sprays and fertigation. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Chemicals and Materials |
| Value 2025 | USD 1.3 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 1.4 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 2.7 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 7.2% |
| Volume 2026 | 349,604 tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 634,323 tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 3,918 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Chelated Micronutrient Blends market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 1.4 bn |
| 2027 | USD 1.5 bn |
| 2028 | USD 1.6 bn |
| 2029 | USD 1.7 bn |
| 2030 | USD 1.8 bn |
| 2031 | USD 1.9 bn |
| 2032 | USD 2.1 bn |
| 2033 | USD 2.2 bn |
| 2034 | USD 2.4 bn |
| 2035 | USD 2.6 bn |
| 2036 | USD 2.7 bn |
Chelated Micronutrient Blends market segmentation
By micronutrient
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iron | 42.0% | 41.6% | USD 575 mn | 7.1% |
| Zinc | 22.0% | 22.8% | USD 301 mn | 7.6% |
| Manganese | 14.0% | 13.2% | USD 192 mn | 6.6% |
| Copper | 8.0% | 7.2% | USD 110 mn | 6.1% |
| Blends and others | 14.0% | 15.2% | USD 192 mn | 8.1% |
By chelating agent
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EDTA | 46.0% | 43.1% | USD 630 mn | 6.5% |
| EDDHA | 18.0% | 17.7% | USD 247 mn | 7.0% |
| Amino-acid chelates | 22.0% | 26.0% | USD 301 mn | 9.0% |
| DTPA and others | 14.0% | 13.1% | USD 192 mn | 6.5% |
By application
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foliar | 42.0% | 43.1% | USD 575 mn | 7.5% |
| Fertigation | 34.0% | 36.5% | USD 466 mn | 8.0% |
| Soil | 24.0% | 20.4% | USD 329 mn | 5.5% |
By crop group
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fruits and vegetables | 41.0% | 40.0% | USD 562 mn | 6.9% |
| Cereals and grains | 27.0% | 27.0% | USD 370 mn | 7.2% |
| Oilseeds and pulses | 20.0% | 21.0% | USD 274 mn | 7.7% |
| Turf and ornamentals | 12.0% | 12.0% | USD 164 mn | 7.2% |
By form
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powder | 49.0% | 44.0% | USD 671 mn | 6.0% |
| Liquid | 37.0% | 41.0% | USD 507 mn | 8.3% |
| Granule | 14.0% | 15.0% | USD 192 mn | 7.9% |
Top 25 countries for chelated micronutrient blends by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 75.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 93.0%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | USD 260 mn | 19.0% | USD 552 mn | 7.8% |
| 2 | India | USD 151 mn | 11.0% | USD 368 mn | 9.3% |
| 3 | United States | USD 151 mn | 11.0% | USD 253 mn | 5.3% |
| 4 | Brazil | USD 123 mn | 9.0% | USD 261 mn | 7.8% |
| 5 | Spain | USD 82 mn | 6.0% | USD 145 mn | 5.9% |
| 6 | Turkey | USD 62 mn | 4.5% | USD 124 mn | 7.2% |
| 7 | Italy | USD 55 mn | 4.0% | USD 93 mn | 5.5% |
| 8 | Mexico | USD 55 mn | 4.0% | USD 110 mn | 7.2% |
| 9 | France | USD 48 mn | 3.5% | USD 77 mn | 4.8% |
| 10 | Egypt | USD 41 mn | 3.0% | USD 88 mn | 7.9% |
| 11 | Argentina | USD 22 mn | 1.6% | USD 42 mn | 6.5% |
| 12 | Australia | USD 21 mn | 1.5% | USD 39 mn | 6.5% |
| 13 | Pakistan | USD 20 mn | 1.4% | USD 42 mn | 7.9% |
| 14 | Germany | USD 18 mn | 1.4% | USD 32 mn | 5.7% |
| 15 | Morocco | USD 18 mn | 1.4% | USD 37 mn | 7.2% |
| 16 | Thailand | USD 17 mn | 1.3% | USD 35 mn | 7.2% |
| 17 | Indonesia | USD 17 mn | 1.3% | USD 37 mn | 7.9% |
| 18 | Vietnam | USD 16 mn | 1.2% | USD 34 mn | 7.9% |
| 19 | Chile | USD 16 mn | 1.2% | USD 32 mn | 7.2% |
| 20 | Peru | USD 15 mn | 1.1% | USD 30 mn | 7.2% |
| 21 | South Africa | USD 15 mn | 1.1% | USD 30 mn | 7.2% |
| 22 | Colombia | USD 14 mn | 1.0% | USD 27 mn | 7.2% |
| 23 | Israel | USD 12 mn | 0.9% | USD 23 mn | 6.5% |
| 24 | Netherlands | USD 12 mn | 0.9% | USD 23 mn | 6.5% |
| 25 | Poland | USD 12 mn | 0.9% | USD 23 mn | 6.5% |
| Rest of world | USD 96 mn | 7.0% | USD 189 mn | 7.0% |
Source: Compare Market Research analysis.
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Nouryon
- BASF
- Yara
- ICL
- Compass Minerals
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Haifa Group
- Syngenta (Valagro)
- Van Iperen
- Timac Agro
- Tradecorp
- Brandt Consolidated
- Rovensa
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Deretil Agronutritional
- Aglukon Spezialduenger
- Biolchim
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the chelated micronutrient blends market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 7.2% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by micronutrient, by chelating agent, by application, by crop group, by form. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the chelated micronutrient blends market?
The global chelated micronutrient blends market is estimated at USD 1.3 bn in 2025 and USD 1.4 bn in 2026.
How fast will the chelated micronutrient blends market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 2.7 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 7.2% from 2026, an increase of USD 1.4 bn.
Which country is the largest market for chelated micronutrient blends?
China is the largest market by revenue at USD 260 mn in 2026, 19.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 41.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 9.3% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which chelated micronutrient blends segment is largest?
In the by micronutrient split, Iron is the largest segment with 42.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading chelated micronutrient blends companies?
Global leaders include Nouryon, BASF, Yara, ICL.
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