Fertilizers
Fertilizers are one of the key segments in the nitric acid market. Nitric acid is extensively used in the production of fertilizers to enhance crop yields. It provides essential nutrients to the plants, such as nitrogen, which promotes healthy growth. Additionally, nitric acid-based fertilizers have a high nitrogen content and offer a convenient and efficient method of delivering nutrients to the soil. The increasing emphasis on sustainable agriculture practices and the need for higher crop productivity are driving the demand for nitric acid in the fertilizer sector.
Competitive Landscape:
The global nitric acid market is highly competitive with the presence of several key players. Some of the prominent market players include Yara International, CF Industries Holdings, Inc., BASF SE, Incitec Pivot Limited, Hanwha Corporation, DowDuPont Inc., and OCI Nitrogen. These players are focusing on strategies such as mergers and acquisitions, collaborations, and capacity expansions to strengthen their market position and cater to the increasing demand for nitric acid globally.