Ammonium Nitrate Explosive Market Size, Share, Growth, And Industry Analysis By Type (Ammonium Nitrate Solution and Ammonium Nitrate Solid) By Application (Ammonium Nitrate Fertilizers and Ammonium Nitrate Explosive), Regional Insights and Forecast From 2025 To 2033

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AMMONIUM NITRATE EXPLOSIVE MARKET OVERVIEW

The global ammonium nitrate explosive market size was USD 12.1 billion in 2024 and market is expected to reach USD 14.84 billion by 2033, at a CAGR of 2.3% during the forecast period. Europe is dominating the ammonium nitrate explosive market share in 2025.

Chemically, ammonium nitrate has the formula NH4NO3. Nitric acid and ammonium chloride make up its ingredients. Ammonium nitrate is colorless and has a white crystalline appearance at room temperature. When exposed to temperatures exceeding 32 degrees Celsius, these rhombohedral crystals transform into monoclinic crystals.

The market is projected to progress owing to the increasing demand for the product as a basis of nitrogen in fertilizers. Moreover, the ingredient is in high demand as an oxidizing agent in the fabrication of explosives, which is projected to fuel industrial development.

COVID-19 IMPACT

Lockdown Restrictions Hampering Market Progression

The market has been negatively impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. Demand from many end-use sectors had reduced, which therefore destroyed transactions. Reduced travel because of pandemic-related restrictions led to fewer maintenance needs, which also resulted in decreased demand in spare parts. This indirectly has an impact on many shape memory combinations, particularly in the flying area.

LATEST TRENDS

Increasing Demand from Mining Applications to Foster Market Development

The market for ammonium nitrate is expected to rise at an exponential rate because of the rising production and demand for base metals, diamonds, manganese, and bauxite. Another factor that is anticipated to drive the market expansion for mining applications is the substantial investments made by mining corporations to search out new exploration areas for precious metals and minerals. Rising mining activity is anticipated to fuel market expansion over the coming years in countries around the world, including the U.S., Argentina, and India.

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AMMONIUM NITRATE EXPLOSIVE MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type

According to type, the market can be segmented into Ammonium Nitrate Solution and Ammonium Nitrate Solid.

By Application

Based on application, the market can be divided into Ammonium Nitrate Fertilizers and Ammonium Nitrate Explosive.

DRIVING FACTORS

Rising Interest in Explosives to Drive Market Development

A major factor driving the market is the growth in demand for explosives and manures. Since ammonium nitrate is more stable than urea, it is widely used as manure everywhere in the world. The expanding demand for explosives and black powder is another important factor driving the ammonium nitrate explosive industry. In any case, strict standards regarding the treatment of ammonium nitrate provided jointly by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are anticipated to pose a threat to the market in the years to come.

Increasing Demand from Electronic Industry to Fuel Market Expansion

The electronics sector makes use of ammonium nitrate (grade for electronics). To create high-quality nitrous oxide (N2O) for usage in the electronics sector, pure forms of ammonium nitrate are employed. Thus, there will be a greater demand for ammonium nitrate. VLSI (very large-scale integration) or ULSI requires nitrous oxide (ultra-large-scale integration). Thin-film oxides, LCD displays, and semiconductors are all made using it during the gas-phase chemical deposition process for items like computers, smart phones, robotics, cars, medical equipment, and space rockets.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Ban on Chemicals to Impede Market Growth

Since ammonium nitrate has a reputation for being moderately harmful, this is expected to significantly constrain the ammonium nitrate market during the anticipated time range. Over the course of the projection period, it is anticipated that the restriction on CAN fertilizers due to their illegal use as homemade bombs will further restrain ammonium nitrate explosive market growth.

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AMMONIUM NITRATE EXPLOSIVE MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Presence of Prominent Players to Foster Growth in Europe

During the forecast period, Europe is expected to hold a dominant ammonium nitrate explosive market share. A significant producer of nitrate fertilizer is Europe. The market in Europe should soon be stimulated by the presence of well-known producers like Yara International, Eurochem Group, and Helm AG. Europe is anticipated to drive demand and have a favorable impact on the exponential growth of the ammonium nitrate market over the projected period as a result of increased calcium ammonium nitrate utilization in chemical manufacturing sectors.

North America represents the largest regional market for the global ammonium nitrate explosive market. Due to rising demand for explosives used in defense and rising need for ammonium nitrate fuel oil, there is a huge demand for ammonium nitrate.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Key Players Focus on Partnerships to Gain a Competitive Advantage

Prominent market players are making collaborative efforts by partnering with other companies to stay ahead of the competition. Many companies are also investing in new product launches to expand their product portfolio. Mergers and acquisitions are also among the key strategies used by players to expand their product portfolios.

List of Top Ammonium Nitrate Explosive Companies

• EuroChem (Switzerland)
• Uralchem (Russia)
• OSTCHEM Holding (Austria)
• Borealis (Austria)
• Acron (Russia)
• Yara (Norway)
• SBU Azot (Ukraine)
• Incitec Pivot (Australia)
• Zaklady (Poland)
• Orica (Australia)

REPORT COVERAGE

This research profiles a report with extensive studies that take into description the firms that exist in the market affecting the forecasting period. With detailed studies done, it also offers a comprehensive analysis by inspecting the factors like segmentation, opportunities, industrial developments, trends, growth, size, share, and restraints. This analysis is subject to alteration if the key players and probable analysis of market dynamics change.