Dithiocarbamate Market Outlook:
Dithiocarbamate Market size was estimated at USD 1.75 billion in 2024 and is expected to surpass USD 2.66 billion by the end of 2034, rising at a CAGR of 4.7% during the forecast period, i.e., 2025-2034. In 2025, the industry size of dithiocarbamate is evaluated at USD 1.82 billion.
The growth of the dithiocarbamate market is mainly driven by agricultural demand, especially soil fumigation and crop protection. The U.S. EPA has identified the dithiocarbamate salts metam/sodium and metam/potassium, which break down into methyl isothiocyanate (MITC), as important pre-plant fumigants used across high-acreage crops, ornamentals, and turf. Additionally, the EPA, along with its pesticide registration efforts, has highlighted that maneb, mancozeb, and metiram collectively represent a significant market share within the EBDC group (ethylene bis dithiocarbamates), further emphasizing their strong agricultural use.
The raw materials used to produce dithiocarbamate salts depend on the availability of specific amines and CS₂. These chemicals can support substantial manufacturing capacity through established production facilities in North America and Europe. The U.S. EPA also maintains records of assembly line scaling-up to handle high volumes of fumigant production. However, EPA regulations regarding methyl dithiocarbamate indicate it contains a 32.8% active ingredient proportion for approved soil treatment protocols used in federal procurement, adjusted for inflation. EPA's annual meeting documentation shows significant use of soil fumigants like metam-sodium in export markets. Lastly, the 2015 cumulative risk assessment and sustainability framework presented by the EPA shows ongoing RDD investments, including approaches to standardized testing procedures and published risk indices related to dithiocarbamate chemicals.
Dithiocarbamate Market - Growth Drivers and Challenges
Growth Drivers
- Expansion in fruit and vegetable cultivation: The increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables is accelerating the usage of dithiocarbamates. FAO data for 2023 indicates that total world vegetable production was nearly 1.2 billion tons, and fruit production was 891 million tons. Asia accounted for 864 million tons or approximately 79% of total fruit and vegetable production. Dithiocarbamates are used for the treatment of fungal rots of fruits and vegetables, and they are essential in controlling foliar diseases. In the OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2024-2033, it is projected that the production of fruits and vegetables will continue to grow as well, increasing at a rate of 1.6% per year, which will increase the need for fungicides to maintain quality standards for exports of fruit crops and to reduce post-harvest losses.
- Increased fungal disease incidences due to climate change: Climate variation and extreme weather events are increasing the incidence of plant disease. Reports from the IPCC (2023) indicate that increased temperatures and humid conditions are significantly increasing fungal pathogens, and that disease incidence impacting significant crops worldwide can increase as much as 21%. This variability promotes the use of multi-site fungicides such as dithiocarbamates to reduce crop losses. For example, both rice blast and leaf blight incidences in Southeast Asia are being reported well above acceptable levels, and farmers are applying preventive fungicides, which is boosting the growth of the dithiocarbamate market in the region.
- Emerging Trade Dynamics & Future Market Prospects
Price & Volume Data (2019–2024)
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Year |
Avg. Global Price (USD/MT) |
North America Price (USD/MT) |
Europe Price (USD/MT) |
Asia Price (USD/MT) |
Global Unit Sales (Metric Tons) |
|
2019 |
1,801 |
1,751 |
1,821 |
1,701 |
300,001 |
|
2020 |
1,851 |
1,801 |
1,881 |
1,731 |
310,001 |
|
2021 |
2,101 |
2,051 |
2,121 |
1,951 |
320,001 |
|
2022 |
2,301 |
2,251 |
2,421 |
2,051 |
330,001 |
|
2023 |
2,351 |
2,301 |
2,481 |
2,101 |
340,001 |
|
2024 |
2,401 (est.) |
2,351 |
2,521 |
2,151 |
350,001 (est.) |
Key Price Impact Factors
|
Factor |
Impact Example |
|
Raw Material Costs |
Russia–Ukraine conflict → 31% ammonia price rise (2022) |
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Geopolitical Events |
Supply chain disruption → 16% ethylene rise in Asia (2021) |
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Environmental Rules |
EPA restrictions → 13% dithiocarbamate price rise in North America (2021–2022) |
2. Production Capacity Analysis
By Company & Location
|
Company |
Location |
Capacity (MT/year) |
Process Type |
|
UPL Limited |
India (Gujarat) |
15,001 |
Thiophosgene + Amine Process |
|
Coromandel International |
India (Andhra Pradesh) |
10,001 |
Carbon Disulfide + Amine Route |
|
Bayer CropScience |
Germany (Leverkusen) |
12,001 |
Oxidation of Dithiocarbamates |
|
Nufarm Limited |
Australia (Laverton) |
8,001 |
CS₂ + Amine (Batch Process) |
|
Limin Chemical |
China (Jiangsu) |
20,001 |
Continuous Flow Synthesis |
Top Exporters (2023)
|
Country |
Export Value (2023) |
Market Share |
Key Ports |
|
China |
$1.3 Billion |
36% |
Shanghai, Ningbo |
|
India |
$601 Million |
19% |
Mundra, Nhava Sheva |
|
Germany |
$301 Million |
10% |
Hamburg |
Top Importers (2023)
|
Country |
Import Value (2023) |
Key Demand Drivers |
Major Ports |
|
Brazil |
$451 Million |
Soybean, Coffee |
Santos, Paranaguá |
|
USA |
$351 Million |
Corn, Horticulture |
Los Angeles, Houston |
|
Vietnam |
$201 Million |
Rice Cultivation |
Ho Chi Minh, Hai Phong |
Challenges
- Volatility in raw material prices: Carbon disulfide (CS₂) is a key input for dithiocarbamate manufacturers. CS₂ prices are highly volatile based on the prices of sulfur and natural gas. Back in Q4 2023, CS₂ prices in China increased by ~19% over Q3 due to the disruption of energy markets in China. These price runs exacerbate the changing cost structures of manufacturing dithiocarbamate (DC), and variables such as container freight options and the changing prices for energy inputs create risks for manufacturers' long-term contracts and uncertainty for their procurement planning and cost of doing business.
- Health hazards and occupational safety concerns: Dithiocarbamate (DC) manufacturers in the production of dithiocarbamate are also responsible for the interaction between their employees during processing of the very hazardous intermediates of CS₂, which brings the risk of neurotoxic effects that are not insignificant. Permissible exposure limits (PEL) for CS₂ in the U.S. is 20 ppm and consequently, given the material exposure levels proposed by the U.S. Occupational Health Agency (OSHA) that effect employee safety and exposure monitoring and system requirements increase manufacturing costs in terms of direct materials, as well as systems of ventilation, and employee protection systems, creates difficulties for small and medium manufacturers who are uncertain whether scaling up production can be done economically.
Dithiocarbamate Market Size and Forecast:
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
|
Base Year |
2024 |
|
Forecast Year |
2025-2034 |
|
CAGR |
4.7% |
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Base Year Market Size (2024) |
USD 1.75 billion |
|
Forecast Year Market Size (2034) |
USD 2.66 billion |
|
Regional Scope |
|
Dithiocarbamate Market Segmentation:
End use Segment Analysis
The agriculture segment is predicted to gain the largest market share of 62.5% during the projected period by 2034, due to their broad-spectrum airflow, cost-effectiveness compared to more costly systemic fungicides, and in high-volume needed to combat the rise of the demand for disease resistance or reduction of crop diseases pressures under climate variability, therefore increasing market demand for chemical fungicides according to the USDA Economic Research Service. The UN FAO report states that dithiocarbamates and their effectiveness are preferred in integrated pest management programs in advanced developing countries for growing cereals and vegetables. This reliance on dithiocarbamates in the agricultural market provides the market share. Overall, the agriculture sector will rely on dithiocarbamate availability.
Application Segment Analysis
The fungicide segment is anticipated to constitute the most significant growth by 2034, with a 51.3% market share, primarily due to the extensive use of dithiocarbamates like thiram, ziram, and mancozeb as fungicides in agriculture to protect crops against fungal pathogens such as rust, smut, and blight. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) states that thiram is a protective fungicide by preventing spore germination, which increases crop yield and post-harvest life. The FAO states that the use of fungicides is growing around the world due to the increasing demand for disease-free fruits, vegetables, and cereals, and the use of fungicides to maintain food security.
Our in-depth analysis of the dithiocarbamate market includes the following segments:
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Dithiocarbamate Market - Regional Analysis
Asia Pacific Market Insights
By 2034, the Asia Pacific market is expected to hold 34.9% of the market share due to growing agrochemical demand and the rubber processing industries. By 2034, the region is expected to reach USD 651 million, growing at 4.9% CAGR from 2025 to 2034. The region can expect continued growth from rapid industrialization of Southeast Asian industries, government subsidies for agriculture, and increased R&D spending on sustainable fungicide formulations. The usage and awareness of crop protection chemicals, as well as the construction of rubber processing plants in Malaysia and Indonesia, will govern regional output.
While the China dithiocarbamate market is expected to dominate in Asia Pacific, continued progress in agricultural modernization, including the growth of domestic production and scaling up, is anticipated. The market is projected to grow to USD 311 million by 2034, with a CAGR of 5.3% from 2025. The market will benefit from continued government incentives to develop pesticide efficiency, investments in local production plants, and combining efforts between manufacturers of chemicals and research facilities. The market will be informed by strong agricultural modernization plans (improving crop yields), the expansion of domestic supply chains, and an increase in exports to less-regulated business jurisdictions, all of which will be implemented during the construction phase, along with strict quality control standards.
India accounts for about one-third of the world market for dithiocarbamate fungicides. With strong demand in agriculture, rubber, and pharmaceuticals, India's growth trends are reflected in the APAC CAGR. With over 46% of central GERD funding available and ₹25,001 crore (approximately $3.1 billion) invested in life sciences innovation, India's biotech and pharmaceutical industries are also increasing R&D. With government incentives and a growing CRDMO ecosystem that is pushing supply chains inward, export-oriented chemical and agrochemical companies are growing.
Country-Level Statistics
|
Country |
Agricultural Usage Notes |
Research Investment (USD Million) |
Notable Focus |
|
Japan |
Moderate demand; mancozeb used in fruit/vegetable IPM |
12 |
Sustainable fungicides, eco-friendly variants |
|
China |
Heavy use on cereals, rice; dominant fungicide in intensive farming |
18 |
Domestic production, export capacity |
|
India |
Widely used on cereals & horticulture; integrated into seed treatments |
10 |
Agrochemical subsidies, local trials |
|
Indonesia |
Growing use with agricultural intensification |
9 |
Plantation crop protection |
|
Malaysia |
Applied in rubber plantation disease control |
8 |
Rubber industry applications |
|
Australia |
Niche use in horticulture and cereals |
11 |
Fungicide efficiency, research hubs |
|
South Korea |
Standard fungicide usage in rice/vegetable production |
6 |
Industrial processing aids, advanced R&D |
|
Rest of APAC |
Increasing adoption in emerging farming markets |
8 |
Smallholder adoption, regional trade |
Europe Market Insights
The European market is expected to hold 27.4% of the market share by 2034, due to expanding fungicide demand in agriculture and the rubber industries. Positive regulatory approval trends for dithiocarbamate-based materials and a growing sum of research investments by chemical companies in Europe will also facilitate market expansion. Top European economies with established dithiocarbamate markets, such as Germany, France, and the UK, are increasing their focus on sustainable crop protection chemicals and exposure chemicals across all markets. Further, consistent demand for rubber additive formulations and end-use in the tire-making process, where dithiocarbamates are consistent additive materials, will ensure product consumption trends across the dithiocarbamate value chain as the European market grows at a slow CAGR of 3.8% from 2025 to 2034.
Germany is expected to be worth USD 96 million by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 3.5% from 2025 to 2034. Germany focuses on the promotion of pesticides and fungicides for cereals rather than chemicals for pest management, increasing vineyard area, and expanding horticulture through regulatory compliance initiatives that increase demand for an effective crop protection product. Relative to these issues, German dithiocarbamate chemical manufacturers in this market invest heavily in research and development to produce eco-friendly dithiocarbamate derivatives and end formulations, enabling compliance and market growth expansion in the agriculture and rubber vulcanization markets over the forecast period.
The U.K. dithiocarbamate market is expected to grow to USD 61 million by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 3.5% over the forecast period 2025–2034. Growth is supported by regular use of fungicides on oilseed rape and vegetable crops, and their use in manufacturing rubber and latex products. Investments are made to evaluate the technology of residue reduction and engage in research and development efforts to seek alternatives that are less toxic while ensuring compliance with post-Brexit regulations covering chemicals (e.g., pesticides and fungicides for agriculture) and enhancing export opportunities to the EU and Commonwealth markets over the decade ahead.
Country-wise Statistics Table
|
Country |
Market Share (%) |
Market Value (USD Million) |
Research Investment (USD Million) |
|
UK |
14.7% |
61 |
12 |
|
Germany |
23.3% |
96 |
18 |
|
France |
12.3% |
51 |
10 |
|
Italy |
10.8% |
45 |
9 |
|
Spain |
9.4% |
39 |
8 |
|
Russia |
13.5% |
56 |
11 |
|
NORDIC |
6.4% |
27 |
6 |
|
Rest of Europe |
10.4% |
43 |
8 |
North America Market Insights
North America market is expected to hold 22.9% of the market share due to strong agrochemical demand and an increase in applications of fungicides in the cultivation of cereals, vegetables, and fruits. The market is forecast to reach USD 314 million by 2034 and grow at a CAGR of 4.3% over the period from 2025 to 2034. Market growth is supported by an increase in crop protection chemical consumption and new formulations that have been approved by the EPA, which can improve crop yield sustainability. Continuing improvements in formulation technology and the efficiency of the regional supply chain will provide significant boosts to North America’s global market share in the production and trade of dithiocarbamates.
The U.S. dithiocarbamate market will continue to be the largest in North America, expecting to grow to USD 132.7 million by 2034, at a CAGR of 4.1% from 2025 - 2034. The growth of the market can be attributed to a strong demand for crop protection chemicals, with mancozeb and thiram used for soybeans, corn, and wheat leading the dithiocarbamate family of chemicals. Dithiocarbamate chemicals will benefit in industrial applications based on the continued strong demand in the rubber and chemical sectors.
The Canada dithiocarbamate market will reach USD 52.9 million by 2034 at a CAGR of 4.7% from 2025 - 2034. Market growth is supported by an extensive agriculture sector, especially potatoes, canola, and fruits, where fungicide application is still important in yield improvement. Canada's stringent regulatory framework surrounding pesticides encourages the use of safer formulations, creating steady growth. A focus on sustainable farming programs will likely create additional demand for the market, creating sustained opportunities for locally grown suppliers and international manufacturers.
Key Dithiocarbamate Market Players:
- Company Overview
- Business Strategy
- Key Product Offerings
- Financial Performance
- Key Performance Indicators
- Risk Analysis
- Recent Development
- Regional Presence
- SWOT Analysis
The global dithiocarbamate market is somewhat concentrated; a few major corporations control the market. Together with some top Japanese corporations, including Nippon Soda and Mitsui Chemicals Agro, UPL, Eastman, LANXESS, and Dow have relatively significant market control. These companies have strategically expanded operations to build a stronger presence in Asia and Europe. They have accomplished this by mergers, acquisitions, and expanding distribution networks. The main focus of leading Japanese manufacturers is R&D for environmentally friendly fungicides and to develop sustainable manufacturing processes and/or technologies that will support compliance with environmental laws. Indian manufacturers focus on low-cost production, while Western manufacturers focus on sustainable sourcing and partnerships. Continuous investment in innovation, supply chain resilience, and local regulations provides an additional competitive advantage.
Some of the key players operating in the market are listed below:
|
Company Name |
Country of Origin |
Approximate Market Share (%) |
|
UPL Limited |
India |
13% |
|
Taminco (Eastman Chemical Company) |
USA |
11% |
|
LANXESS AG |
Germany |
10% |
|
Dow Chemical Company |
USA |
8% |
|
Nippon Soda Co., Ltd. |
Japan |
7% |
|
Arkema Group |
France |
xx% |
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Mitsui Chemicals Agro, Inc. |
Japan |
xx% |
|
BASF SE |
Germany |
xx% |
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Indofil Industries Limited |
India |
xx% |
|
Ever Grow Group |
Malaysia |
xx% |
|
Nufarm Limited |
Australia |
xx% |
|
LG Chem Ltd. |
South Korea |
xx% |
|
Chemtura Corporation (LANXESS subsidiary) |
USA |
xx% |
Here are a few areas of focus covered in the competitive landscape of the market:
Recent Developments
- In May 2024, FMC Corporation achieved Brazilian registration of its herbicides, Azugro and Ezanya, containing bixlozone, a dithiocarbamate-like active ingredient, which is then approved for use in cotton, tobacco, and wheat crops in Brazil. The approval is consequential since it enables FMC to enter one of the largest agricultural markets across the globe with its products. The decision to grow in a new geographic market suggests strategic thinking on behalf of FMC. Expectations are for sales growth to occur dramatically in 2024 and 2025 in Brazil. The approvals add to the terms of the license and strengthen FMC in terms of being competitive in herbicides within the rapidly expanding crop protection industry in Brazil.
- In April 2024, UPL Corporation acquired the standalone Mancozeb business from Corteva Agriscience, which includes the Dithane brand, as it sought to enhance its existing global fungicide portfolio. This acquisition enabled UPL to remain a key player in the multisite fungicide market and address rising concerns regarding pathogen resistance. UPL also has a market position in crop protection where mancozeb can be used, along with expanded access to key growing regions. The acquisition supports UPL in its intended strategic growth in the global fungicide market with an enhanced and diversified portfolio.
- Report ID: 7934
- Published Date: Jul 25, 2025
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