Market overview
The global rhodium market is worth USD 5.1 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 5.9 bn by 2036, growing at a 1.5% CAGR. China is the largest country market and Autocatalysts is the largest by end use segment.
| Scope | Rhodium metal sold for autocatalysts, glass fibre bushings and chemical catalysts, measured by the value of primary and recycled metal supplied to industrial buyers. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Chemicals and Materials |
| Value 2025 | USD 5.0 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 5.1 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 5.9 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 1.5% |
| Volume 2026 | 29,794 kilograms |
| Volume 2036 | 32,894 kilograms |
| Average price 2026 | USD 170,300 per kilogram |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Rhodium market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 5.08 bn |
| 2027 | USD 5.15 bn |
| 2028 | USD 5.23 bn |
| 2029 | USD 5.31 bn |
| 2030 | USD 5.39 bn |
| 2031 | USD 5.47 bn |
| 2032 | USD 5.55 bn |
| 2033 | USD 5.63 bn |
| 2034 | USD 5.72 bn |
| 2035 | USD 5.80 bn |
| 2036 | USD 5.89 bn |
Rhodium market segmentation
By end use
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autocatalysts | 80.0% | 78.0% | USD 4.1 bn | 1.2% |
| Glass fibre and glass | 8.0% | 8.6% | USD 406 mn | 2.2% |
| Chemical catalysts | 8.0% | 9.0% | USD 406 mn | 2.8% |
| Other | 4.0% | 4.3% | USD 203 mn | 2.2% |
By source
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary mine supply | 75.0% | 71.1% | USD 3.8 bn | 1.0% |
| Recycled autocatalyst | 20.0% | 23.1% | USD 1.0 bn | 3.0% |
| Other recycled metal | 5.0% | 5.8% | USD 254 mn | 3.0% |
By form
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sponge and powder | 42.0% | 41.0% | USD 2.1 bn | 1.3% |
| Ingots and gauze | 30.0% | 28.0% | USD 1.5 bn | 0.8% |
| Salts and solutions | 28.0% | 31.0% | USD 1.4 bn | 2.5% |
By supply route
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary mine and PGM refiners | 70.0% | 68.0% | USD 3.6 bn | 1.2% |
| Metal dealers and traders | 18.0% | 17.0% | USD 914 mn | 0.9% |
| Recyclers | 12.0% | 15.0% | USD 609 mn | 3.8% |
By customer type
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autocatalyst makers | 48.0% | 42.0% | USD 2.4 bn | 0.1% |
| Glass fibre makers | 18.0% | 18.0% | USD 914 mn | 1.5% |
| Chemical firms | 18.0% | 20.0% | USD 914 mn | 2.6% |
| Investors and traders | 16.0% | 20.0% | USD 812 mn | 3.8% |
Top 25 countries for rhodium by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 85.5% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 97.1%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | USD 1.3 bn | 26.0% | USD 1.6 bn | 2.0% |
| 2 | United States | USD 1.0 bn | 20.0% | USD 1.1 bn | 1.0% |
| 3 | Germany | USD 457 mn | 9.0% | USD 501 mn | 0.9% |
| 4 | Japan | USD 406 mn | 8.0% | USD 448 mn | 1.0% |
| 5 | India | USD 254 mn | 5.0% | USD 342 mn | 3.0% |
| 6 | South Korea | USD 254 mn | 5.0% | USD 294 mn | 1.5% |
| 7 | United Kingdom | USD 203 mn | 4.0% | USD 224 mn | 1.0% |
| 8 | France | USD 152 mn | 3.0% | USD 165 mn | 0.8% |
| 9 | Mexico | USD 152 mn | 3.0% | USD 183 mn | 1.8% |
| 10 | Thailand | USD 127 mn | 2.5% | USD 153 mn | 1.9% |
| 11 | Canada | USD 122 mn | 2.4% | USD 143 mn | 1.6% |
| 12 | Spain | USD 97 mn | 1.9% | USD 115 mn | 1.7% |
| 13 | Poland | USD 78 mn | 1.5% | USD 92 mn | 1.6% |
| 14 | Czech Republic | USD 62 mn | 1.2% | USD 74 mn | 1.7% |
| 15 | Netherlands | USD 50 mn | 1.0% | USD 59 mn | 1.7% |
| 16 | Italy | USD 40 mn | 0.8% | USD 47 mn | 1.6% |
| 17 | Turkey | USD 32 mn | 0.6% | USD 38 mn | 1.7% |
| 18 | Russia | USD 25 mn | 0.5% | USD 30 mn | 1.7% |
| 19 | South Africa | USD 20 mn | 0.4% | USD 24 mn | 1.8% |
| 20 | Switzerland | USD 16 mn | 0.3% | USD 19 mn | 1.8% |
| 21 | Belgium | USD 13 mn | 0.3% | USD 15 mn | 1.5% |
| 22 | Taiwan | USD 11 mn | 0.2% | USD 12 mn | 1.5% |
| 23 | Indonesia | USD 8.6 mn | 0.2% | USD 11 mn | 2.1% |
| 24 | Vietnam | USD 6.6 mn | 0.1% | USD 8.2 mn | 2.2% |
| 25 | Australia | USD 5.6 mn | 0.1% | USD 6.5 mn | 1.5% |
| Rest of world | USD 148 mn | 2.9% | USD 167 mn | 1.2% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Sibanye-Stillwater
- Valterra Platinum
- Impala Platinum
- Nornickel
- Anglo American
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Heraeus
- Johnson Matthey
- Umicore
- Northam Platinum
- Tanaka Kikinzoku
- Metalor Technologies
- BASF
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Sylvania Platinum
- Tharisa
- Jubilee Metals
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 rhodium 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 1.5% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by end use, by source, by form, by supply route, by customer type. 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 rhodium market?
The global rhodium market is estimated at USD 5.0 bn in 2025 and USD 5.1 bn in 2026.
How fast will the rhodium market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 5.9 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 1.5% from 2026, an increase of USD 815 mn.
Which country is the largest market for rhodium?
China is the largest market by revenue at USD 1.3 bn in 2026, 26.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 55.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 3.0% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which rhodium segment is largest?
In the by end use split, Autocatalysts is the largest segment with 80.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading rhodium companies?
Global leaders include Sibanye-Stillwater, Valterra Platinum, Impala Platinum, Nornickel.
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