Diammonium Hydrogen Phosphate

Global Diammonium Hydrogen Phosphate Market to Reach US$1.3 Billion by 2030

The global market for Diammonium Hydrogen Phosphate estimated at US$709.4 Million in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$1.3 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 10.2% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Fertilizers Application, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 8.8% CAGR and reach US$369.5 Million by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Brewing Application segment is estimated at 10.5% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$193.3 Million While China is Forecast to Grow at 13.6% CAGR

The Diammonium Hydrogen Phosphate market in the U.S. is estimated at US$193.3 Million in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$256.1 Million by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 13.6% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 7.5% and 8.9% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 8.0% CAGR.

Global Diammonium Hydrogen Phosphate Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Why Is Diammonium Hydrogen Phosphate Widely Used Across Agriculture and Industry?

Diammonium hydrogen phosphate (DAP) is a versatile compound primarily used as a high-analysis nitrogen-phosphorus fertilizer. Its balanced nutrient profile makes it suitable for a wide range of crops and soil types. DAP is extensively used in global agriculture to support root development, improve crop yield, and accelerate early plant growth. It is particularly important for cereal crops and is often applied at sowing due to its rapid nutrient availability.

Beyond agriculture, DAP is used in fire retardants, metal finishing, yeast and fermentation media, and water treatment. It serves as a buffering agent in industrial processes and a corrosion inhibitor in boilers and cooling systems. In food and beverage production, pharmaceutical formulations, and laboratory reagents, DAP finds niche applications where controlled pH and phosphate input are required. Its stability and solubility support diverse functional roles, particularly in industrial-grade formulations.

What Process Developments and Formulation Trends Are Influencing Market Behavior?

Production of DAP relies on the controlled reaction between phosphoric acid and ammonia, with global supply influenced by phosphate rock availability and ammonia feedstock trends. Manufacturers are optimizing production to improve granule quality, reduce impurity levels, and enhance solubility. Coating and anti-caking treatments are increasingly applied to maintain free-flowing properties during storage and transport.

Efforts to improve nutrient use efficiency have encouraged research into controlled-release forms and blending with micronutrients. Digital agriculture platforms are integrating DAP usage recommendations based on soil analytics and crop models. Precision farming tools and variable rate applications are optimizing DAP use per field zone, reducing runoff and maximizing plant uptake. Circular economy principles are also pushing exploration of recycled phosphorus inputs in fertilizer production.

Which Sectors and Geographies Are Shaping Demand for DAP?

Agricultural demand remains the largest contributor, especially in regions where cereal and oilseed crops dominate. Countries with intensive cropping systems and seasonal fertilizer usage peaks, such as India, China, and Brazil, continue to anchor global consumption. DAP is also widely used in dryland and semi-arid farming zones, where soil phosphorus deficiency constrains yields.

In industrial sectors, demand arises from fire protection product manufacturers and metal treatment operations. Water utilities use DAP in nutrient removal and corrosion control programs. Food-grade DAP is used in small volumes by food processors and beverage producers for yeast propagation and pH stabilization. Demand from chemical labs and pharmaceutical formulators remains stable for research-grade and buffering purposes.

What Are the Key Growth Drivers Behind Market Expansion for Diammonium Hydrogen Phosphate?

Growth in the diammonium hydrogen phosphate market is driven by several factors related to agricultural practices, industrial applications, and technological integration. Expansion of high-yield crop production in emerging economies has increased the adoption of nutrient-rich fertilizers such as DAP. National food security programs and fertilizer subsidies have promoted its widespread application across major farming regions.

Rising use of precision agriculture and site-specific nutrient management has enhanced demand for high-efficiency phosphate inputs. Growth in water treatment and fire safety sectors has contributed to non-agricultural consumption of DAP. Efforts to reduce corrosion and scaling in industrial systems support consistent demand from utilities and manufacturing units. Development of customized blends and integration into crop-specific fertilizer packages continue to increase product differentiation and regional adoption. Regulatory support for phosphorus management in farming also underpins sustained growth in both developed and developing markets.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Diammonium Hydrogen Phosphate market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Application (Fertilizers Application, Brewing Application, Metal Application, Fire Retardant Application, Food Application)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.

Select Competitors (Total 44 Featured) -

• Aarti Phosphates Pvt. Ltd.
• AgroLiquid
• CF Industries Holdings, Inc.
• Chambal Fertilisers & Chemicals Ltd.
• China BlueChemical Ltd.
• Coromandel International Ltd.
• EuroChem Group AG
• Gujarat Narmada Valley Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd. (GNFC)
• Haifa Group
• Innophos Holdings, Inc.
• Israel Chemicals Ltd. (ICL)
• Koch Fertilizer, LLC
• Nutrien Ltd.
• OCP Group
• PhosAgro PJSC
• Prayon S.A.
• Rashtriya Chemicals & Fertilizers Ltd.
• Sichuan Blue Sword Chemical Co., Ltd.
• The Mosaic Company
• Yara International ASA

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