Aluminum Sulfate Global Market

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Global Aluminum Sulfate Market Industry Research Report 2026

Explore detailed insights, trends, growth drivers, key players, and forecasts for the Global Aluminum Sulfate Market Industry Research Report 2026 market worldwide.

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Date: 01-2026

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Global Aluminum Sulfate Market – Market Description

The Global Aluminum Sulfate Market is a well-established segment of the inorganic chemicals industry, primarily driven by its extensive use in water treatment, pulp & paper processing, and industrial applications. Aluminum sulfate, commonly known as alum, functions as an effective coagulant for removing suspended solids, organic matter, and impurities from water.

The Global Aluminum Sulfate Market Report 2025 delivers a comprehensive analysis of industry structure, market dynamics, competitive positioning, and technological developments. The study evaluates historical performance and projects future market behavior for the 2026–2036 forecast period, incorporating regulatory frameworks, industrial demand trends, and regional growth patterns.

Market expansion is supported by rising investments in municipal water treatment infrastructure, increased paper recycling activities, and growing demand for clean and potable water worldwide.

Market Segmentation

By Type

  • Product 1
    • High-purity aluminum sulfate
    • Primarily used in potable water treatment and specialty industrial applications
  • Product 2
    • Industrial-grade aluminum sulfate
    • Widely used in pulp & paper manufacturing
  • Other
    • Customized or blended aluminum sulfate formulations for niche applications

By Application

  • Pulp and Paper
    • Sizing agent and pH regulator
    • Enhances paper strength, printability, and retention
  • Water Treatment
    • Municipal drinking water purification
    • Industrial wastewater and effluent treatment

By Region

  • North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico)
  • Europe (Germany, U.K., France, Italy, Spain, Russia, others)
  • Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, Southeast Asia, others)
  • South America (Brazil, Argentina, others)
  • Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, South Africa, others)

Impact of COVID-19 on the Aluminum Sulfate Market

The COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacted the Aluminum Sulfate market in 2020 due to:

  • Disruptions in industrial production and logistics
  • Temporary shutdowns of pulp & paper facilities
  • Reduced capital expenditure across industrial sectors

However, the market recovered steadily, supported by:

  • Sustained demand from municipal water treatment facilities
  • Government prioritization of public health and sanitation
  • Gradual normalization of industrial supply chains

By post-pandemic phases, aluminum sulfate demand returned to pre-crisis levels, with stable long-term growth outlook.

Key Players Analysis

Key companies operating in the global Aluminum Sulfate market include:

  • USALCO
  • Solvay Rhodia
  • GAC Chemical
  • GEO
  • Affinity Chemical LLC
  • Holland Company
  • Thatcher Company
  • Chemtrade Logistics Inc.
  • Kemira
  • C&S Chemical
  • Bisley Group
  • General Chemical
  • Southern Ionics
  • Zibo Xinfumeng Chemicals
  • Zibo Dazhong Chemical
  • Shandong Sanfeng Group
  • Zibo Boshan Win-Win Chemicals
  • Hengyang Jianheng Industry Development
  • Zibo Yuanyuan Chemical
  • Zibo Hongguidong Huagong
  • Taixing Xingyun Chemical
  • Hangzhou Yunhe Aluminum Sulfate
  • Zibo Duxing Purifier
  • Shandong Zhengjin High Polymer Material
  • Zibo Chuandong Aluminum Sulfate
  • Taizhou Yongbo Biological Product
  • Zibo Guangzheng Aluminum Chemical

Competition is based on product quality, supply reliability, regional presence, pricing, and long-term supply contracts.

Porter’s Five Forces Analysis

  • Threat of New Entrants: Low to Moderate
    Capital-intensive production and environmental compliance create entry barriers.
  • Bargaining Power of Suppliers: Moderate
    Dependence on bauxite and sulfuric acid affects input cost volatility.
  • Bargaining Power of Buyers: Moderate to High
    Large municipal and industrial buyers negotiate pricing and supply terms.
  • Threat of Substitutes: Low
    Limited effective alternatives for coagulation in water treatment.
  • Competitive Rivalry: High
    Presence of numerous regional and international manufacturers intensifies competition.

SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Essential chemical for water purification
  • Stable demand from municipal and industrial sectors
  • Established manufacturing technology

Weaknesses

  • Price sensitivity to raw material fluctuations
  • Environmental compliance costs
  • Limited product differentiation

Opportunities

  • Expansion of water treatment infrastructure in emerging markets
  • Growth in recycled paper production
  • Rising investments in wastewater treatment

Threats

  • Environmental regulations on chemical discharge
  • Volatility in industrial demand cycles
  • Competition from low-cost regional manufacturers

Trend Analysis

  • Increasing demand for high-purity aluminum sulfate in drinking water treatment
  • Growth of municipal wastewater treatment projects
  • Capacity expansion in Asia-Pacific
  • Adoption of more environmentally compliant production processes

Market Drivers

  • Rising global demand for clean drinking water
  • Expansion of pulp & paper and packaging industries
  • Urbanization and population growth
  • Government investments in water infrastructure

Market Challenges

  • Environmental concerns related to sludge disposal
  • Fluctuating sulfuric acid and bauxite prices
  • Regulatory pressure on chemical manufacturing
  • Transportation and storage challenges

Value Chain Analysis

  • Raw Material Suppliers – Bauxite, sulfuric acid
  • Manufacturers – Aluminum sulfate production and formulation
  • Distributors – Bulk and packaged chemical distribution
  • End Users – Water treatment plants, pulp & paper mills, industrial facilities

Market Outlook (2026–2036)

The global Aluminum Sulfate market is expected to grow at a steady CAGR during the forecast period, supported by:

  • Continuous demand from water treatment facilities
  • Expansion of industrial and municipal infrastructure
  • Strong growth potential in Asia-Pacific and developing regions

Overall, the market outlook remains stable and positive, with water treatment continuing to be the dominant revenue-generating application.

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1. Market Overview of Aluminum Sulfate
    1.1 Aluminum Sulfate Market Overview
        1.1.1 Aluminum Sulfate Product Scope
        1.1.2 Market Status and Outlook
    1.2 Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Regions:
    1.3 Aluminum Sulfate Historic Market Size by Regions
    1.4 Aluminum Sulfate Forecasted Market Size by Regions
    1.5 Covid-19 Impact on Key Regions, Keyword Market Size YoY Growth
        1.5.1 North America
        1.5.2 East Asia
        1.5.3 Europe
        1.5.4 South Asia
        1.5.5 Southeast Asia
        1.5.6 Middle East
        1.5.7 Africa
        1.5.8 Oceania
        1.5.9 South America
        1.5.10 Rest of the World
    1.6 Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) Impact Will Have a Severe Impact on Global Growth
        1.6.1 Covid-19 Impact: Global GDP Growth, 2019, 2020 and 2025 Projections
        1.6.2 Covid-19 Impact: Commodity Prices Indices
        1.6.3 Covid-19 Impact: Global Major Government Policy
2. Covid-19 Impact Aluminum Sulfate Sales Market by Type
    2.1 Global Aluminum Sulfate Historic Market Size by Type
    2.2 Global Aluminum Sulfate Forecasted Market Size by Type
    2.3 Product 1
    2.4 Product 2
    2.5 Other
3. Covid-19 Impact Aluminum Sulfate Sales Market by Application
    3.1 Global Aluminum Sulfate Historic Market Size by Application
    3.2 Global Aluminum Sulfate Forecasted Market Size by Application
    3.3 Pulp and Paper
    3.4 Water Treatment
4. Covid-19 Impact Market Competition by Manufacturers
    4.1 Global Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity Market Share by Manufacturers
    4.2 Global Aluminum Sulfate Revenue Market Share by Manufacturers
    4.3 Global Aluminum Sulfate Average Price by Manufacturers
5. Company Profiles and Key Figures in Aluminum Sulfate Business
    5.1 USALCO
        5.1.1 USALCO Company Profile
        5.1.2 USALCO Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.1.3 USALCO Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.2 Solvay Rhodia
        5.2.1 Solvay Rhodia Company Profile
        5.2.2 Solvay Rhodia Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.2.3 Solvay Rhodia Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.3 GAC Chemical
        5.3.1 GAC Chemical Company Profile
        5.3.2 GAC Chemical Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.3.3 GAC Chemical Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.4 GEO
        5.4.1 GEO Company Profile
        5.4.2 GEO Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.4.3 GEO Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.5 Affinity Chemical LLC
        5.5.1 Affinity Chemical LLC Company Profile
        5.5.2 Affinity Chemical LLC Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.5.3 Affinity Chemical LLC Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.6 Holland Company
        5.6.1 Holland Company Company Profile
        5.6.2 Holland Company Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.6.3 Holland Company Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.7 Thatcher Company
        5.7.1 Thatcher Company Company Profile
        5.7.2 Thatcher Company Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.7.3 Thatcher Company Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.8 Chemtrade Logistics Inc.
        5.8.1 Chemtrade Logistics Inc. Company Profile
        5.8.2 Chemtrade Logistics Inc. Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.8.3 Chemtrade Logistics Inc. Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.9 Kemira
        5.9.1 Kemira Company Profile
        5.9.2 Kemira Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.9.3 Kemira Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.10 C&S Chemical
        5.10.1 C&S Chemical Company Profile
        5.10.2 C&S Chemical Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.10.3 C&S Chemical Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.11 Bisley group
        5.11.1 Bisley group Company Profile
        5.11.2 Bisley group Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.11.3 Bisley group Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.12 Thatcher
        5.12.1 Thatcher Company Profile
        5.12.2 Thatcher Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.12.3 Thatcher Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.13 General Chemical
        5.13.1 General Chemical Company Profile
        5.13.2 General Chemical Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.13.3 General Chemical Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.14 Southern Ionics
        5.14.1 Southern Ionics Company Profile
        5.14.2 Southern Ionics Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.14.3 Southern Ionics Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.15 Zibo Xinfumeng Chemicals
        5.15.1 Zibo Xinfumeng Chemicals Company Profile
        5.15.2 Zibo Xinfumeng Chemicals Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.15.3 Zibo Xinfumeng Chemicals Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.16 Zibo Dazhong Chemical
        5.16.1 Zibo Dazhong Chemical Company Profile
        5.16.2 Zibo Dazhong Chemical Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.16.3 Zibo Dazhong Chemical Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.17 Shandong sanfeng group
        5.17.1 Shandong sanfeng group Company Profile
        5.17.2 Shandong sanfeng group Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.17.3 Shandong sanfeng group Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.18 Zibo boshan win-win chemicals
        5.18.1 Zibo boshan win-win chemicals Company Profile
        5.18.2 Zibo boshan win-win chemicals Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.18.3 Zibo boshan win-win chemicals Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.19 Hengyang Jianheng Industry Development
        5.19.1 Hengyang Jianheng Industry Development Company Profile
        5.19.2 Hengyang Jianheng Industry Development Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.19.3 Hengyang Jianheng Industry Development Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.20 Zibo yuanyuan chemical
        5.20.1 Zibo yuanyuan chemical Company Profile
        5.20.2 Zibo yuanyuan chemical Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.20.3 Zibo yuanyuan chemical Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.21 Zibo hongguidong huagong
        5.21.1 Zibo hongguidong huagong Company Profile
        5.21.2 Zibo hongguidong huagong Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.21.3 Zibo hongguidong huagong Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.22 Taixing xingyun chemical
        5.22.1 Taixing xingyun chemical Company Profile
        5.22.2 Taixing xingyun chemical Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.22.3 Taixing xingyun chemical Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.23 Hangzhou yunhe aluminum sulfate
        5.23.1 Hangzhou yunhe aluminum sulfate Company Profile
        5.23.2 Hangzhou yunhe aluminum sulfate Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.23.3 Hangzhou yunhe aluminum sulfate Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.24 Zibo duxing purifier
        5.24.1 Zibo duxing purifier Company Profile
        5.24.2 Zibo duxing purifier Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.24.3 Zibo duxing purifier Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.25 Shandong zhengjin high polymer material
        5.25.1 Shandong zhengjin high polymer material Company Profile
        5.25.2 Shandong zhengjin high polymer material Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.25.3 Shandong zhengjin high polymer material Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.26 Zibo chuandong aluminum sulfate
        5.26.1 Zibo chuandong aluminum sulfate Company Profile
        5.26.2 Zibo chuandong aluminum sulfate Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.26.3 Zibo chuandong aluminum sulfate Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.27 Taizhou yongbo biological product
        5.27.1 Taizhou yongbo biological product Company Profile
        5.27.2 Taizhou yongbo biological product Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.27.3 Taizhou yongbo biological product Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.28 Zibo guangzheng aluminum chemical
        5.28.1 Zibo guangzheng aluminum chemical Company Profile
        5.28.2 Zibo guangzheng aluminum chemical Aluminum Sulfate Product Specification
        5.28.3 Zibo guangzheng aluminum chemical Aluminum Sulfate Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
6. North America
    6.1 North America Aluminum Sulfate Market Size
    6.2 North America Aluminum Sulfate Key Players in North America
    6.3 North America Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Type
    6.4 North America Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Application
7. East Asia
    7.1 East Asia Aluminum Sulfate Market Size
    7.2 East Asia Aluminum Sulfate Key Players in North America
    7.3 East Asia Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Type
    7.4 East Asia Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Application
8. Europe
    8.1 Europe Aluminum Sulfate Market Size
    8.2 Europe Aluminum Sulfate Key Players in North America
    8.3 Europe Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Type
    8.4 Europe Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Application
9. South Asia
    9.1 South Asia Aluminum Sulfate Market Size
    9.2 South Asia Aluminum Sulfate Key Players in North America
    9.3 South Asia Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Type
    9.4 South Asia Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Application
10. Southeast Asia
    10.1 Southeast Asia Aluminum Sulfate Market Size
    10.2 Southeast Asia Aluminum Sulfate Key Players in North America
    10.3 Southeast Asia Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Type
    10.4 Southeast Asia Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Application
11. Middle East
    11.1 Middle East Aluminum Sulfate Market Size
    11.2 Middle East Aluminum Sulfate Key Players in North America
    11.3 Middle East Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Type
    11.4 Middle East Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Application
12. Africa
    12.1 Africa Aluminum Sulfate Market Size
    12.2 Africa Aluminum Sulfate Key Players in North America
    12.3 Africa Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Type
    12.4 Africa Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Application
13. Oceania
    13.1 Oceania Aluminum Sulfate Market Size
    13.2 Oceania Aluminum Sulfate Key Players in North America
    13.3 Oceania Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Type
    13.4 Oceania Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Application
14. South America
    14.1 South America Aluminum Sulfate Market Size
    14.2 South America Aluminum Sulfate Key Players in North America
    14.3 South America Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Type
    14.4 South America Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Application
15. Rest of the World
    15.1 Rest of the World Aluminum Sulfate Market Size
    15.2 Rest of the World Aluminum Sulfate Key Players in North America
    15.3 Rest of the World Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Type
    15.4 Rest of the World Aluminum Sulfate Market Size by Application
16 Aluminum Sulfate Market Dynamics
    16.1 Covid-19 Impact Market Top Trends
    16.2 Covid-19 Impact Market Drivers
    16.3 Covid-19 Impact Market Challenges
    16.4 Porter?s Five Forces Analysis
18 Regulatory Information
17 Analyst's Viewpoints/Conclusions
18 Appendix
    18.1 Research Methodology
        18.1.1 Methodology/Research Approach
        18.1.2 Data Source
    18.2 Disclaimer

Market Segmentation

By Type

  • Product 1
    • High-purity aluminum sulfate
    • Primarily used in potable water treatment and specialty industrial applications
  • Product 2
    • Industrial-grade aluminum sulfate
    • Widely used in pulp & paper manufacturing
  • Other
    • Customized or blended aluminum sulfate formulations for niche applications

By Application

  • Pulp and Paper
    • Sizing agent and pH regulator
    • Enhances paper strength, printability, and retention
  • Water Treatment
    • Municipal drinking water purification
    • Industrial wastewater and effluent treatment

By Region

  • North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico)
  • Europe (Germany, U.K., France, Italy, Spain, Russia, others)
  • Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, Southeast Asia, others)
  • South America (Brazil, Argentina, others)
  • Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, South Africa, others)

Impact of COVID-19 on the Aluminum Sulfate Market

The COVID-19 pandemic negatively impacted the Aluminum Sulfate market in 2020 due to:

  • Disruptions in industrial production and logistics
  • Temporary shutdowns of pulp & paper facilities
  • Reduced capital expenditure across industrial sectors

However, the market recovered steadily, supported by:

  • Sustained demand from municipal water treatment facilities
  • Government prioritization of public health and sanitation
  • Gradual normalization of industrial supply chains

By post-pandemic phases, aluminum sulfate demand returned to pre-crisis levels, with stable long-term growth outlook.

Key Players Analysis

Key companies operating in the global Aluminum Sulfate market include:

  • USALCO
  • Solvay Rhodia
  • GAC Chemical
  • GEO
  • Affinity Chemical LLC
  • Holland Company
  • Thatcher Company
  • Chemtrade Logistics Inc.
  • Kemira
  • C&S Chemical
  • Bisley Group
  • General Chemical
  • Southern Ionics
  • Zibo Xinfumeng Chemicals
  • Zibo Dazhong Chemical
  • Shandong Sanfeng Group
  • Zibo Boshan Win-Win Chemicals
  • Hengyang Jianheng Industry Development
  • Zibo Yuanyuan Chemical
  • Zibo Hongguidong Huagong
  • Taixing Xingyun Chemical
  • Hangzhou Yunhe Aluminum Sulfate
  • Zibo Duxing Purifier
  • Shandong Zhengjin High Polymer Material
  • Zibo Chuandong Aluminum Sulfate
  • Taizhou Yongbo Biological Product
  • Zibo Guangzheng Aluminum Chemical

Competition is based on product quality, supply reliability, regional presence, pricing, and long-term supply contracts.

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