Sodium Hexametaphosphate Market Size, Share, Growth, and Industry Analysis, By Grade (Food Grade Sodium Hexametaphosphate and Technical Grade Sodium Hexametaphosphate), By Application (Food Application and Industrial Application), Regional Insights and Forecast From 2025 To 2035

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SODIUM HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE MARKET OVERVIEW

The sodium hexametaphosphate market, valued at USD 0.68 billion in 2025, is forecasted to grow consistently, reaching USD 0.7 billion in 2026 and ultimately hitting USD 0.84 billion by 2035, at a steady CAGR of 2.4% from 2025 to 2035.

Sodium hexametaphosphate (SHMP) is a water-soluble, white powder that is used in a variety of industrial and commercial applications. It is a salt of composition Na6[(PO3)6]. It is a complex polyphosphate glass that is produced by a thermal process from soda ash and food-grade phosphoric acid.

It is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in food and beverage applications. However, it is important to note that some countries have regulations that restrict its use in food and beverage applications.

KEY FINDINGS

COVID-19 IMPACT

Pandemic Decreased the Market Demand

The global COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, with the sodium hexametaphosphate market experiencing lower-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. The sudden rise in CAGR is attributable to the market's growth and demand returning to pre-pandemic levels once the pandemic is over.

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the sodium hexametaphosphate market share. The lockdown measures implemented by governments around the world to contain the spread of the virus have led to the shutdown of businesses and factories. This has led to a decrease in demand for it in various industries, such as the food and beverage industry, where it is used as a thickener, emulsifier, and preservative. The economic slowdown caused by the pandemic has led to reduced consumer spending. This has also had a negative impact on the demand for it, as it is used in many consumer products, such as detergents and cleaners. The disruption in the global supply chain due to the pandemic has also made it difficult for manufacturers to get the raw materials they need to produce it. This has also led to a decrease in the supply of the product and an increase in prices.

LATEST TRENDS

Increasing demand in water treatment applications is expected to fuel the growth in the market

It is a water-soluble polymer that has a chelating effect. This means that it can form complexes with metal ions, such as calcium and magnesium. These metal ions are responsible for water hardness, which can cause scale buildup and other problems in water pipes and appliances. It can help to remove these metal ions from water, making it softer and less likely to cause problems. The increasing demand for clean and safe drinking water is driving the growth of the market in water treatment applications. This is because It can help to improve the quality of drinking water by removing hardness, scale, and other impurities. It can also help to prevent the growth of bacteria and algae in water.

• According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), global phosphate rock production reached 220 million metric tons in 2022, supporting increased usage of sodium hexametaphosphate (SHMP) in food and industrial processing.

• As per the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), global fish processing output exceeded 180 million tonnes in 2020, where SHMP is widely applied as a preservative and water-retention agent.

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SODIUM HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type

According to type, the market can be segmented into Food Grade Sodium Hexametaphosphate and Technical Grade Sodium Hexametaphosphate.

By Application

Based on age, the market can be divided into Food Application and Industrial Application.

DRIVING FACTORS

Increasing demand for clean and safe drinking water to foster the market growth

The increasing demand for clean and safe drinking water is one of the major driving factors of the market. This is because it is used in water treatment products to remove hardness, scale, and other impurities from water. Hard water can cause scale buildup in pipes and appliances, which can lead to leaks and other problems. It can help to prevent scale buildup by forming complexes with metal ions, such as calcium and magnesium. This makes the water softer and less likely to cause problems. In addition to removing hardness, it can also help to prevent the growth of bacteria and algae in water. This is important because bacteria and algae can make water unsafe to drink. It can also help to improve the taste of water by removing chlorine and other impurities.

Rising awareness about the diseases and their treatment options to result in the expansion of the market

The increasing demand for processed foods is another major driving factor of the market. It is used in processed foods as a thickener, emulsifier, and preservative. As people become busier and eat out more often, the demand for processed foods is increasing. It helps to keep processed foods moist and prevents them from spoiling. It also helps to improve the texture and flavor of processed food. The development of new applications for It, such as in the cosmetics and pharmaceuticals industries and increasing use in the textile industry to improve the quality of fabrics are also contributing to the market growth.

• According to the World Health Organization (WHO), around 600 million people fall ill annually due to contaminated food, driving stronger adoption of SHMP as a food additive for safety and preservation.

• As per the International Bottled Water Association (IBWA), global bottled water consumption surpassed 350 billion liters in 2021, boosting SHMP demand as a water treatment and scale-prevention chemical.

RESTRAINING FACTOR

Environmental concerns to hamper the market growth

The production can release harmful pollutants into the environment. These pollutants can include heavy metals, such as lead and mercury, as well as organic compounds, such as phosgene. These pollutants can pollute air, water, and soil, and can have a negative impact on human health and the environment.

• According to the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), over 22,000 chemical substances are registered under REACH regulations, and stricter compliance requirements limit SHMP’s unrestricted use in Europe.

• As per the OECD, industrial wastewater generation accounts for nearly 300 billion cubic meters annually, and growing environmental concerns over phosphate discharge act as a restraint on SHMP applications.

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SODIUM HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Asia Pacific to lead the market owing to the growing demand for titanium dioxide. 

The Asia Pacific region has shown the highest sodium hexametaphosphate market growth. Titanium dioxide is used in a variety of applications, such as paints, plastics, and paper. It is used in titanium dioxide production to improve the quality of the product.

The growing population and urbanization in Asia Pacific are also leading to the growth of the processed food industry.

It is used in processed foods as a thickener, emulsifier, and preservative.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Key players are employing advanced technologies in order to stimulate further growth of the market.  

All the major players are motivated to offer superior and more advanced services in order to gain a competitive edge in the market. To increase their market presence, vendors are using a variety of techniques, including product launches, regional growth, strategic alliances, partnerships, mergers, and acquisitions.

• Aditya Birla Chemicals: According to the Indian Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Aditya Birla Chemicals operates large-scale chemical manufacturing in 6+ locations across India, contributing significantly to SHMP supply.

• Prayon: As per the European Commission trade data, Prayon exports phosphate-based chemicals to more than 100 countries, strengthening its position in the global SHMP market.

List of Top Sodium Hexametaphosphate Companies

• Aditya Birla Chemicals: Mumbai, India
• Blue Sword Chemical: Nantong, China
• CHENGXING GROUP: Nanjing, China
• Innophos: Memphis, Tennessee, USA
• ICL Performance Products: Tel Aviv, Israel
• Mexichem: Mexico City, Mexico
• Prayon: Vilvoorde, Belgium
• Recochem: Shanghai, China
• Sino-Phos: Qingdao, China
• Tianrun Chemical: Tianjin, China
• Tianjia: Changshu, China
• TKI: Essen, Germany
• Weifang Huabo: Weifang, China
• Hens: Seoul, South Korea
• KDM: Seoul, South Korea
• Mianyang Aostar: Mianyang, China
• Nandan Chemical: Gujarat, India
• Norwest Chemical: Wuhan, China
• Chuandong Chemical: Chongqing, China
• Sundia: Nanjing, China
• Jinguang: Henan, China

REPORT COVERAGE

This report examines an understanding of the sodium hexametaphosphate market’s size, share, growth rate, segmentation by type, application, key players, and previous and current market scenarios. The report also collects the market’s precise data and forecasts by market experts. Also, it describes the study of this industry’s financial performance, investments, growth, innovation marks, and new product launches by the top companies and offers deep insights into the current market structure, competitive analysis based on key players, key driving forces, and restraints that affect the demand for growth, opportunities, and risks.

Furthermore, the post-COVID-19 pandemic’s effects on international market restrictions and a deep understanding of how the industry will recover, and strategies are also stated in the report. The competitive landscape has also been examined in detail to provide clarification of the competitive landscape.

This report also discloses the research based on methodologies that define price trend analysis of target companies, collection of data, statistics, target competitors, import-export, information, and previous years’ records based on market sales. Moreover, all the significant factors which influence the market such as small or medium business industry, macro-economic indicators, value chain analysis, and demand-side dynamics, with all the major business players have been explained in detail. This analysis is subject to modification if the key players and feasible analysis of market dynamics change.