How Are Industries Using Inorganic Salts in Production Process?
The inorganic salts market growth is propelled by factors such as the surging demand for agrochemicals, increasing mineral salt consumption by various end-user industries, and evolving chemical sector. Owing to these growth drivers, the market is expected to advance at a CAGR of 4.4% during the forecast period. Inorganic salts are used in the production of ceramics, paints, paper, fertilizers, rubber, and pharmaceutical products. Additionally, these salts are used in small quantities in animal feed as a catalyst, as well as in fire retardants and sulfur absorbents. On account of the wide usage area of these chemicals, the application segment of the inorganic salts market is categorized into chemical, fertilizer, food, healthcare, construction, and others. Under this segment, the chemical category generated the highest revenue in 2015, and it is expected to maintain its dominance throughout the forecast period. This can be ascribed to the usage of caustic soda and sodium carbonate for ...