Market overview
The global sulfur release granules market is worth USD 502 mn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 802 mn by 2036, growing at a 4.8% CAGR. China is the largest country market and Sulphur bentonite granules is the largest by product segment.
| Scope | Elemental sulphur fertilizers in granular form: sulphur bentonite granules, pastilles and sulphur-enriched fertilizer granules applied to correct crop sulphur deficiency. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Chemicals and Materials |
| Value 2025 | USD 480 mn |
| Value 2026 | USD 502 mn |
| Value 2036 | USD 802 mn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 4.8% |
| Volume 2026 | 1,448,515 tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 2,095,666 tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 346 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Sulfur Release Granules market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 502 mn |
| 2027 | USD 526 mn |
| 2028 | USD 551 mn |
| 2029 | USD 577 mn |
| 2030 | USD 605 mn |
| 2031 | USD 634 mn |
| 2032 | USD 665 mn |
| 2033 | USD 696 mn |
| 2034 | USD 730 mn |
| 2035 | USD 765 mn |
| 2036 | USD 802 mn |
Sulfur Release Granules market segmentation
By product
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sulphur bentonite granules | 45.0% | 46.3% | USD 226 mn | 5.1% |
| Elemental sulphur pastilles | 30.0% | 28.0% | USD 150 mn | 4.1% |
| Sulphur-enriched fertilizer granules | 25.0% | 25.7% | USD 125 mn | 5.1% |
By crop
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oilseeds | 30.0% | 31.1% | USD 150 mn | 5.2% |
| Cereals | 30.0% | 28.3% | USD 150 mn | 4.2% |
| Fruits and vegetables | 14.0% | 14.2% | USD 70 mn | 5.0% |
| Pulses | 10.0% | 10.7% | USD 50 mn | 5.5% |
| Other crops | 16.0% | 15.7% | USD 80 mn | 4.6% |
By crop group
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oilseeds and pulses | 40.0% | 40.0% | USD 201 mn | 4.8% |
| Cereals | 28.0% | 28.0% | USD 140 mn | 4.8% |
| Fruits and vegetables | 20.0% | 20.0% | USD 100 mn | 4.8% |
| Plantation and other | 12.0% | 12.0% | USD 60 mn | 4.8% |
By application
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadcast | 52.0% | 50.0% | USD 261 mn | 4.4% |
| Banded or blended | 30.0% | 30.0% | USD 150 mn | 4.8% |
| Fertigation-compatible pastilles | 18.0% | 20.0% | USD 90 mn | 5.9% |
By sulphur content
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mid range (80-90% S) | 46.0% | 44.0% | USD 231 mn | 4.3% |
| High (over 90% S) | 26.0% | 26.0% | USD 130 mn | 4.8% |
| Low (under 80% S) | 28.0% | 30.0% | USD 140 mn | 5.5% |
Top 25 countries for sulfur release granules by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 78.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 96.5%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | USD 90 mn | 18.0% | USD 152 mn | 5.4% |
| 2 | India | USD 70 mn | 14.0% | USD 136 mn | 6.8% |
| 3 | United States | USD 55 mn | 11.0% | USD 81 mn | 3.9% |
| 4 | Brazil | USD 45 mn | 9.0% | USD 76 mn | 5.4% |
| 5 | Canada | USD 40 mn | 8.0% | USD 57 mn | 3.6% |
| 6 | Australia | USD 30 mn | 6.0% | USD 42 mn | 3.5% |
| 7 | Russia | USD 20 mn | 4.0% | USD 30 mn | 4.0% |
| 8 | Pakistan | USD 15 mn | 3.0% | USD 28 mn | 6.4% |
| 9 | Argentina | USD 15 mn | 3.0% | USD 22 mn | 3.7% |
| 10 | Turkey | USD 10 mn | 2.0% | USD 17 mn | 5.3% |
| 11 | France | USD 9.7 mn | 1.9% | USD 14 mn | 3.7% |
| 12 | Poland | USD 9.7 mn | 1.9% | USD 14 mn | 3.7% |
| 13 | Ukraine | USD 9.7 mn | 1.9% | USD 14 mn | 3.7% |
| 14 | Mexico | USD 9.7 mn | 1.9% | USD 14 mn | 3.7% |
| 15 | Bangladesh | USD 9.7 mn | 1.9% | USD 15 mn | 4.5% |
| 16 | Kazakhstan | USD 9.7 mn | 1.9% | USD 14 mn | 3.7% |
| 17 | Germany | USD 7.9 mn | 1.6% | USD 11 mn | 3.7% |
| 18 | Spain | USD 6.3 mn | 1.3% | USD 9.1 mn | 3.8% |
| 19 | Italy | USD 5.1 mn | 1.0% | USD 7.3 mn | 3.7% |
| 20 | Nigeria | USD 4.1 mn | 0.8% | USD 5.8 mn | 3.7% |
| 21 | Egypt | USD 3.3 mn | 0.7% | USD 4.7 mn | 3.6% |
| 22 | Uruguay | USD 2.6 mn | 0.5% | USD 3.8 mn | 3.8% |
| 23 | Thailand | USD 2.1 mn | 0.4% | USD 3.0 mn | 3.7% |
| 24 | Indonesia | USD 1.7 mn | 0.3% | USD 2.6 mn | 4.5% |
| 25 | Colombia | USD 1.4 mn | 0.3% | USD 1.9 mn | 3.6% |
| Rest of world | USD 18 mn | 3.5% | USD 26 mn | 3.8% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Mosaic
- Yara International
- Shell
- ADNOC
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Tiger-Sul Products
- Sulphur Mills Limited
- Sulvaris
- Tessenderlo Group
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Coromandel International
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 sulfur release granules 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 4.8% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by product, by crop, by crop group, by application, by sulphur content. 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 sulfur release granules market?
The global sulfur release granules market is estimated at USD 480 mn in 2025 and USD 502 mn in 2026.
How fast will the sulfur release granules market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 802 mn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 4.8% from 2026, an increase of USD 300 mn.
Which country is the largest market for sulfur release granules?
China is the largest market by revenue at USD 90 mn in 2026, 18.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 43.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 6.8% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which sulfur release granules segment is largest?
In the by product split, Sulphur bentonite granules is the largest segment with 45.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading sulfur release granules companies?
Global leaders include Mosaic, Yara International, Shell, ADNOC.
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