Urea Market Report 2025-2033: Industry Trends, Segmentation & Forecast Analysis

Written by Business News  »  Updated on: January 16th, 2025

IMARC Group, a leading market research company, has recently released a report titled “Urea Market Report by Grade (Fertilizers Grade, Feed Grade, Technical Grade), Application (Nitrogenous Fertilizer, Stabilizing Agent, Keratolyte, Resin, and Others), End-Use Industry (Agriculture, Chemical, Automotive, Medical, and Others), and Region 2025-2033”. The study provides a detailed analysis of the industry, including the urea market share, growth, trends, size and forecast. The report also includes competitor and regional analysis and highlights the latest advancements in the market.

The global urea market size reached USD 52.7 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 60.2 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 1.5% during 2025-2033.


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Factors Affecting the Growth of the Urea Industry:

Increasing Agricultural Demand

The agricultural sector drives the demand for urea, as it relies on nitrogen-based fertilizers to boost crop yields. With the global population rising, food production needs are increasing, which spurs agricultural activities. In many developing countries, farmers adopt modern techniques and invest in high-quality fertilizers like urea to enhance productivity. This trend is clear in nations with large agricultural outputs, such as India and Brazil. Additionally, efforts to improve food security and sustainability promote urea's use for better nutrient management in crops. Consequently, urea consumption is set to grow, highlighting the agricultural sector's crucial role in market dynamics.

Environmental Regulations and Sustainable Practices

Environmental concerns have led to stricter fertilizer regulations, especially for nitrogen-based products like urea. Governments focus on sustainable farming to combat fertilizer runoff and greenhouse gas emissions. This shift drives manufacturers to create eco-friendly urea formulations, such as slow-release and stabilized nitrogen products. Meanwhile, precision agriculture allows farmers to apply fertilizers more efficiently, reducing waste and improving soil health. As sustainability becomes essential in agriculture, the urea market will likely transform. This aligns with global efforts to promote eco-friendly farming practices.

Fluctuating Raw Material Prices

The urea market is heavily affected by raw material prices, especially natural gas. This is a key ingredient in urea production. When natural gas prices fluctuate, urea prices often become volatile too. This impacts both producers and consumers. In regions like North America and parts of the Middle East, where natural gas is plentiful, production costs for urea can stay competitive. However, in areas with limited natural gas supplies or where geopolitical tensions exist, production costs can increase sharply. This change affects market dynamics significantly. Moreover, supply and demand interplay, along with trade policies and tariffs, can lead to even more price fluctuations. Therefore, stakeholders in the urea market must navigate these challenges to maintain profitability and meet consumers' evolving needs.

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Urea Market Report Segmentation:

Breakup by Grade:

  • Fertilizers Grade
  • Feed Grade
  • Technical Grade

Technical-grade urea is projected to maintain its dominant market share due to its extensive industrial applications beyond agriculture, including resins, adhesives, coatings, DEF, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and de-icing, with a significant demand-supply gap in the market.


Breakup by Application:

  • Nitrogenous Fertilizer
  • Stabilizing Agent
  • Keratolyte
  • Resin
  • Others

Nitrogenous fertilizer dominates the urea market due to its crucial role in agriculture, driven by its high nitrogen content, efficiency, and the increasing global demand for enhanced crop yields.

Breakup by End-Use Industry:

  • Agriculture
  • Chemical
  • Automotive
  • Medical
  • Others

Agriculture leads the urea market due to its critical role as a nitrogen fertilizer, driven by increasing global food demand and its high nitrogen content, cost-effectiveness, and ease of application.

Breakup by Region:

  • North America
  • Asia Pacific
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • Middle East and Africa

Asia Pacific dominates the urea market driven by high population density, increased agricultural demand, government support, rapid industrialization, and initiatives like China's BRI, which enhance production and trade.

Global Urea Market Trends in 2025:

By 2025, the urea market will be shaped by key trends. Technology's role in agriculture is increasing. Farmers use precision agriculture, leveraging data and GPS to apply urea more efficiently. This approach reduces waste and boosts crop yields. Demand for eco-friendly urea products is also rising. Consumers are more aware of sustainable farming, pushing manufacturers to innovate. Regulatory pressures will further drive the development of urea formulations that meet environmental standards. Food security remains a global concern, increasing urea demand, especially in rapidly growing populations. In summary, the urea market will reflect technological advancements, regulatory changes, and evolving consumer preferences. Adaptability will be crucial in this vital sector.

Top Companies Operated in Urea Industry:

  • Acron Group
  • BASF SE, BIP (Oldbury) Limited
  • EuroChem
  • Jiangsu Sanmu Group Co. Ltd.
  • Koch Fertilizer LLC
  • OCI N.V
  • Petrobras
  • Qatar Fertiliser Company
  • SABIC
  • Yara International ASA


Key Highlights of the Report:

  • Market Performance (2019-2024)
  • Market Outlook (2025-2033)
  • Market Trends
  • Market Drivers and Success Factors
  • Impact of COVID-19
  • Value Chain Analysis
  • Comprehensive mapping of the competitive landscape

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