In Q2 2026, sulphuric acid prices in the USA reached USD 162/MT in June. Demand from phosphate fertilizer production and chemical manufacturing stayed steady through the quarter. Periodic operating constraints at production facilities and maintenance related output adjustments kept supply relatively tight, which supported an upward price movement. Spot availability remained limited in certain periods, adding to the firm market tone.

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Japan Sulphuric Acid Prices Movement 2026

Japan recorded a sulphuric acid price of USD 98/MT in June during Q2 2026. Tightening import availability and stronger procurement competition from regional buyers drove a strong increase. Supply constraints in external markets reduced inbound volumes, which put upward pressure on domestic pricing. Electronics and specialty chemical industries maintained consistent demand, adding further support to consumption levels.

Germany Sulphuric Acid Prices Movement 2026

Germany’s sulphuric acid price reached USD 156/MT in June 2026, marking an upward movement for the second quarter. Fertilizer and metal processing sectors increased procurement requirements, which led to higher spot activity. Lower byproduct output from refining operations across Europe limited supply in the region. Stronger industrial consumption across the region supported the higher price level.

France Sulphuric Acid Prices Movement 2026

Sulphuric acid prices in France increased to USD 108/MT in June of Q2 2026 amid stable industrial demand. Water treatment and chemical manufacturing sectors maintained consistent procurement activity, supporting higher consumption. Import availability from neighboring markets fluctuated, which influenced short term pricing movements during the quarter. Prices increased steadily as supply conditions tightened across regional distribution networks.

South Africa Sulphuric Acid Prices Movement 2026

Mining and mineral processing industries, the dominant consumption base, pushed sulphuric acid prices in South Africa to USD 111/MT in June 2026. Limited domestic production supported tighter market conditions. Import dependency added upward pressure, as logistics constraints affected timely availability. Strong demand from these industries kept the market firm over the quarter, with prices moving upward.

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What is Sulphuric Acid?

Sulphuric acid is a highly corrosive inorganic chemical with strong acidic properties, widely used across industrial applications. It is produced primarily through the contact process using sulfur dioxide oxidation followed by hydration. The compound is dense, highly reactive and miscible with water, releasing significant heat during dilution. It is essential in fertilizer manufacturing, petroleum refining, metal ore processing, chemical synthesis and wastewater treatment.

Factors Affecting Sulphuric Acid Prices

Sulphuric acid prices are shaped by the balance of supply and demand, raw material costs, and sector specific developments. Production constraints, maintenance schedules and regulatory compliance costs limit output flexibility. Energy related costs affect production economics, while logistics constraints and import availability influence delivery timelines. Geopolitical influences and demand from fertilizer, metal processing and chemical sectors also affect price direction.

Supply and Prices Overview - Q2 2026

Supply stayed tight in Q2 2026 across the five countries covered. The USA recorded USD 162/MT, Germany USD 156/MT, South Africa USD 111/MT, France USD 108/MT and Japan USD 98/MT in June. Maintenance related output adjustments, lower byproduct output from refining operations and import constraints limited availability, while demand from fertilizer, mining and chemical sectors remained consistent.

Sulphuric Acid Price Index

The sulphuric acid price index in Europe showed an upward movement in Q2 2026, supported by tightening regional supply and stable industrial demand. North America also moved upward on steady demand from phosphate fertilizer production, metal refining and chemical manufacturing. Asia Pacific and Middle East and Africa also recorded upward movement, driven by tighter import supply and strong industrial, mining and fertilizer demand.

Sulphuric Acid Market News - Q2 2026

In March 2026, India’s Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah was scheduled to inaugurate IFFCO’s newly developed sulphuric acid plant, SAP III, at its Paradip complex in Odisha, expected to enhance fertilizer production capabilities. In April 2025, BASF planned a new production unit at its Ludwigshafen facility in Germany to raise output of semiconductor-grade sulphuric acid.

Sulphuric Acid Price Trend - Q2 2026

Sulphuric acid prices moved upward in all five countries tracked in Q2 2026. Prices rose from USD 146/MT to USD 162/MT in the USA, USD 141/MT to USD 156/MT in Germany and USD 97/MT to USD 98/MT in Japan between March and June 2026. Fertilizer, metal processing, mining and chemical sectors supported demand, while tight supply conditions reinforced the upward trend.

Future Outlook for Sulphuric Acid

IMARC Group expects the global sulphuric acid market to reach USD 18.0 Billion by 2034 from USD 16.0 Billion in 2025, at a CAGR of 1.35% during 2026-2034. Growth is expected to be driven by the rising world population and the resulting pressure for higher agricultural yields, metal extraction and processing, and technological developments supporting efficient and sustainable production methods.

Current Demand for Sulphuric Acid

Demand for sulphuric acid remains anchored in fertilizer manufacturing, especially phosphate fertilizers. Petroleum refining, metal ore processing, chemical synthesis and wastewater treatment add to consumption. In Q2 2026, mining and mineral processing formed the dominant consumption base in South Africa, while electronics and specialty chemicals supported demand in Japan, and fertilizer and metal processing in Germany. Battery manufacturing and specialty chemical production also support consumption.

Uses of Sulphuric Acid

Sulphuric acid is used across multiple industrial applications, including:

• Fertilizer manufacturing: plays a key role in the production of phosphate fertilizers.
• Petroleum refining: used in petroleum refining operations.
• Metal ore processing: used in the processing of metal ores.
• Chemical synthesis: its dehydrating and oxidizing characteristics make it essential in multiple industrial reactions.
• Wastewater treatment: used in treating wastewater.
• Battery manufacturing: supports battery production.
• Specialty chemicals: supports specialty chemical production.

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• Factors influencing the Price Trends
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How IMARC Pricing Database Can Help

The latest IMARC Group study, “Sulphuric Acid Prices, Trend, Chart, Demand, Market Analysis, News, Historical and Forecast Data Report 2026 Edition,” presents sulphuric acid price charts, historical data and major market shifts. The report covers global and regional trends across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa, along with spot prices at major ports.

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