The global Glufosinate market size is predicted to grow from US$ 534 million in 2025 to US$ 981 million in 2031; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.7% from 2025 to 2031.
Glufosinate, commonly known as glufosinate ammonium, is a non-selective contact herbicide widely employed in agricultural practices for weed control. Its active ingredient is derived from a mixture of optical isomers, yet only the L-isomer (L-glufosinate) exhibits significant herbicidal activity, which is why products containing the pure active form are often termed “precision glufosinate.” The herbicide functions by inhibiting glutamine synthetase in plant cells, leading to an accumulation of ammonia that ultimately disrupts vital metabolic processes and results in plant death. Manufactured via various synthetic routes—including the Strecker synthesis and thermolysis-ACA methods—glufosinate production involves complex chemical processes that impact its purity, cost structure, and environmental footprint. Due to its robust mode of action and the increasing incidence of glyphosate-resistant weed populations, glufosinate has become an essential tool in integrated weed management systems. It is also frequently formulated in multiple dosage forms and can be blended with other herbicides to expand its spectrum of control, making it a versatile option for managing a broad array of weed species in both pre- and post-emergence applications.
The market trends for glufosinate reflect a dynamic and evolving landscape shaped by both supply-side and demand-side factors. In recent years, the global demand for glufosinate has risen steadily, driven primarily by its role as an alternative to glyphosate amid escalating concerns over herbicide resistance. Globally, the production capacity for glufosinate raw materials is concentrated among a handful of key suppliers, with major production hubs in China, India, Germany, and the United States. This concentration of production has led to competitive dynamics where a few dominant players—such as BASF, Lier Chemical, and several leading Chinese manufacturers—set the tone for market pricing and supply. Additionally, the market has experienced cyclical fluctuations in pricing, influenced by factors such as changes in raw material costs, supply disruptions due to environmental and regulatory constraints, and unexpected events (e.g., plant shutdowns or accidents). The tightening of supply in some periods, coupled with increasing demand from the agricultural sector, has resulted in periods of significant price volatility.
Looking ahead, the outlook for glufosinate remains positive, with several key factors contributing to its growth trajectory. The phasing out or strict regulation of alternative herbicides, such as paraquat and certain formulations of glyphosate in some regions, has further cemented glufosinate’s position in the market. Moreover, the integration of glufosinate-resistant genetically modified (GM) crops is expected to drive adoption, as these crops allow for more effective and targeted weed control strategies, thereby reducing overall herbicide use and potentially lowering application costs. Innovations in production technology and formulation—such as the development of new mixing techniques and enhanced delivery systems—are also anticipated to improve the cost-effectiveness and environmental profile of glufosinate products. However, the market faces challenges too, including regulatory pressures related to environmental and worker safety standards and the ongoing need to manage weed resistance. Overall, as global agricultural production intensifies to meet rising food demands, the sustained effectiveness and adaptability of glufosinate position it as a critical component in modern crop protection strategies, with an expected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) that supports steady market expansion over the coming years.
The “Glufosinate Industry Forecast” looks at past sales and reviews total world Glufosinate sales in 2024, providing a comprehensive analysis by region and market sector of projected Glufosinate sales for 2025 through 2031. With Glufosinate sales broken down by region, market sector and sub-sector, this report provides a detailed analysis in US$ millions of the world Glufosinate industry.
This Insight Report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global Glufosinate landscape and highlights key trends related to product segmentation, company formation, revenue, and market share, latest development, and M&A activity. This report also analyzes the strategies of leading global companies with a focus on Glufosinate portfolios and capabilities, market entry strategies, market positions, and geographic footprints, to better understand these firms’ unique position in an accelerating global Glufosinate market.
This Insight Report evaluates the key market trends, drivers, and affecting factors shaping the global outlook for Glufosinate and breaks down the forecast by Type, by Application, geography, and market size to highlight emerging pockets of opportunity. With a transparent methodology based on hundreds of bottom-up qualitative and quantitative market inputs, this study forecast offers a highly nuanced view of the current state and future trajectory in the global Glufosinate.
This report presents a comprehensive overview, market shares, and growth opportunities of Glufosinate market by product type, application, key manufacturers and key regions and countries.
Segmentation by Type:
Glufosinate Ammonium
Racemic Glufosinate Ammonium
Segmentation by Application:
Field Crops
Fruits and Vegetables
Cash Crops
Other Fields
This report also splits the market by region:
Americas
United States
Canada
Mexico
Brazil
APAC
China
Japan
Korea
Southeast Asia
India
Australia
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Russia
Middle East & Africa
Egypt
South Africa
Israel
Turkey
GCC Countries
The below companies that are profiled have been selected based on inputs gathered from primary experts and analysing the company's coverage, product portfolio, its market penetration.
BASF
UPL
Leer Chemical
Yongnong Bio
Shandong Lvba
Shandong Yisheng
Jiangsu Qizhou
Hebei Weiyuan Biochemical
Xin'an Chemical
Key Questions Addressed in this Report
What is the 10-year outlook for the global Glufosinate market?
What factors are driving Glufosinate market growth, globally and by region?
Which technologies are poised for the fastest growth by market and region?
How do Glufosinate market opportunities vary by end market size?
How does Glufosinate break out by Type, by Application?
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1 Scope of the Report
1.1 Market Introduction
1.2 Years Considered
1.3 Research Objectives
1.4 Market Research Methodology
1.5 Research Process and Data Source
1.6 Economic Indicators
1.7 Currency Considered
1.8 Market Estimation Caveats
2 Executive Summary
2.1 World Market Overview
2.1.1 Global Glufosinate Annual Sales 2020-2031
2.1.2 World Current & Future Analysis for Glufosinate by Geographic Region, 2020, 2024 & 2031
2.1.3 World Current & Future Analysis for Glufosinate by Country/Region, 2020, 2024 & 2031
2.2 Glufosinate Segment by Type
2.2.1 Glufosinate Ammonium
2.2.2 Racemic Glufosinate Ammonium
2.3 Glufosinate Sales by Type
2.3.1 Global Glufosinate Sales Market Share by Type (2020-2025)
2.3.2 Global Glufosinate Revenue and Market Share by Type (2020-2025)
2.3.3 Global Glufosinate Sale Price by Type (2020-2025)
2.4 Glufosinate Segment by Application
2.4.1 Field Crops
2.4.2 Fruits and Vegetables
2.4.3 Cash Crops
2.4.4 Other Fields
2.5 Glufosinate Sales by Application
2.5.1 Global Glufosinate Sale Market Share by Application (2020-2025)
2.5.2 Global Glufosinate Revenue and Market Share by Application (2020-2025)
2.5.3 Global Glufosinate Sale Price by Application (2020-2025)
3 Global by Company
3.1 Global Glufosinate Breakdown Data by Company
3.1.1 Global Glufosinate Annual Sales by Company (2020-2025)
3.1.2 Global Glufosinate Sales Market Share by Company (2020-2025)
3.2 Global Glufosinate Annual Revenue by Company (2020-2025)
3.2.1 Global Glufosinate Revenue by Company (2020-2025)
3.2.2 Global Glufosinate Revenue Market Share by Company (2020-2025)
3.3 Global Glufosinate Sale Price by Company
3.4 Key Manufacturers Glufosinate Producing Area Distribution, Sales Area, Product Type
3.4.1 Key Manufacturers Glufosinate Product Location Distribution
3.4.2 Players Glufosinate Products Offered
3.5 Market Concentration Rate Analysis
3.5.1 Competition Landscape Analysis
3.5.2 Concentration Ratio (CR3, CR5 and CR10) & (2023-2025)
3.6 New Products and Potential Entrants
3.7 Market M&A Activity & Strategy
4 World Historic Review for Glufosinate by Geographic Region
4.1 World Historic Glufosinate Market Size by Geographic Region (2020-2025)
4.1.1 Global Glufosinate Annual Sales by Geographic Region (2020-2025)
4.1.2 Global Glufosinate Annual Revenue by Geographic Region (2020-2025)
4.2 World Historic Glufosinate Market Size by Country/Region (2020-2025)
4.2.1 Global Glufosinate Annual Sales by Country/Region (2020-2025)
4.2.2 Global Glufosinate Annual Revenue by Country/Region (2020-2025)
4.3 Americas Glufosinate Sales Growth
4.4 APAC Glufosinate Sales Growth
4.5 Europe Glufosinate Sales Growth
4.6 Middle East & Africa Glufosinate Sales Growth
5 Americas
5.1 Americas Glufosinate Sales by Country
5.1.1 Americas Glufosinate Sales by Country (2020-2025)
5.1.2 Americas Glufosinate Revenue by Country (2020-2025)
5.2 Americas Glufosinate Sales by Type (2020-2025)
5.3 Americas Glufosinate Sales by Application (2020-2025)
5.4 United States
5.5 Canada
5.6 Mexico
5.7 Brazil
6 APAC
6.1 APAC Glufosinate Sales by Region
6.1.1 APAC Glufosinate Sales by Region (2020-2025)
6.1.2 APAC Glufosinate Revenue by Region (2020-2025)
6.2 APAC Glufosinate Sales by Type (2020-2025)
6.3 APAC Glufosinate Sales by Application (2020-2025)
6.4 China
6.5 Japan
6.6 South Korea
6.7 Southeast Asia
6.8 India
6.9 Australia
6.10 China Taiwan
7 Europe
7.1 Europe Glufosinate by Country
7.1.1 Europe Glufosinate Sales by Country (2020-2025)
7.1.2 Europe Glufosinate Revenue by Country (2020-2025)
7.2 Europe Glufosinate Sales by Type (2020-2025)
7.3 Europe Glufosinate Sales by Application (2020-2025)
7.4 Germany
7.5 France
7.6 UK
7.7 Italy
7.8 Russia
8 Middle East & Africa
8.1 Middle East & Africa Glufosinate by Country
8.1.1 Middle East & Africa Glufosinate Sales by Country (2020-2025)
8.1.2 Middle East & Africa Glufosinate Revenue by Country (2020-2025)
8.2 Middle East & Africa Glufosinate Sales by Type (2020-2025)
8.3 Middle East & Africa Glufosinate Sales by Application (2020-2025)
8.4 Egypt
8.5 South Africa
8.6 Israel
8.7 Turkey
8.8 GCC Countries
9 Market Drivers, Challenges and Trends
9.1 Market Drivers & Growth Opportunities
9.2 Market Challenges & Risks
9.3 Industry Trends
10 Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis
10.1 Raw Material and Suppliers
10.2 Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis of Glufosinate
10.3 Manufacturing Process Analysis of Glufosinate
10.4 Industry Chain Structure of Glufosinate
11 Marketing, Distributors and Customer
11.1 Sales Channel
11.1.1 Direct Channels
11.1.2 Indirect Channels
11.2 Glufosinate Distributors
11.3 Glufosinate Customer
12 World Forecast Review for Glufosinate by Geographic Region
12.1 Global Glufosinate Market Size Forecast by Region
12.1.1 Global Glufosinate Forecast by Region (2026-2031)
12.1.2 Global Glufosinate Annual Revenue Forecast by Region (2026-2031)
12.2 Americas Forecast by Country (2026-2031)
12.3 APAC Forecast by Region (2026-2031)
12.4 Europe Forecast by Country (2026-2031)
12.5 Middle East & Africa Forecast by Country (2026-2031)
12.6 Global Glufosinate Forecast by Type (2026-2031)
12.7 Global Glufosinate Forecast by Application (2026-2031)
13 Key Players Analysis
13.1 BASF
13.1.1 BASF Company Information
13.1.2 BASF Glufosinate Product Portfolios and Specifications
13.1.3 BASF Glufosinate Sales, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
13.1.4 BASF Main Business Overview
13.1.5 BASF Latest Developments
13.2 UPL
13.2.1 UPL Company Information
13.2.2 UPL Glufosinate Product Portfolios and Specifications
13.2.3 UPL Glufosinate Sales, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
13.2.4 UPL Main Business Overview
13.2.5 UPL Latest Developments
13.3 Leer Chemical
13.3.1 Leer Chemical Company Information
13.3.2 Leer Chemical Glufosinate Product Portfolios and Specifications
13.3.3 Leer Chemical Glufosinate Sales, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
13.3.4 Leer Chemical Main Business Overview
13.3.5 Leer Chemical Latest Developments
13.4 Yongnong Bio
13.4.1 Yongnong Bio Company Information
13.4.2 Yongnong Bio Glufosinate Product Portfolios and Specifications
13.4.3 Yongnong Bio Glufosinate Sales, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
13.4.4 Yongnong Bio Main Business Overview
13.4.5 Yongnong Bio Latest Developments
13.5 Shandong Lvba
13.5.1 Shandong Lvba Company Information
13.5.2 Shandong Lvba Glufosinate Product Portfolios and Specifications
13.5.3 Shandong Lvba Glufosinate Sales, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
13.5.4 Shandong Lvba Main Business Overview
13.5.5 Shandong Lvba Latest Developments
13.6 Shandong Yisheng
13.6.1 Shandong Yisheng Company Information
13.6.2 Shandong Yisheng Glufosinate Product Portfolios and Specifications
13.6.3 Shandong Yisheng Glufosinate Sales, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
13.6.4 Shandong Yisheng Main Business Overview
13.6.5 Shandong Yisheng Latest Developments
13.7 Jiangsu Qizhou
13.7.1 Jiangsu Qizhou Company Information
13.7.2 Jiangsu Qizhou Glufosinate Product Portfolios and Specifications
13.7.3 Jiangsu Qizhou Glufosinate Sales, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
13.7.4 Jiangsu Qizhou Main Business Overview
13.7.5 Jiangsu Qizhou Latest Developments
13.8 Hebei Weiyuan Biochemical
13.8.1 Hebei Weiyuan Biochemical Company Information
13.8.2 Hebei Weiyuan Biochemical Glufosinate Product Portfolios and Specifications
13.8.3 Hebei Weiyuan Biochemical Glufosinate Sales, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
13.8.4 Hebei Weiyuan Biochemical Main Business Overview
13.8.5 Hebei Weiyuan Biochemical Latest Developments
13.9 Xin'an Chemical
13.9.1 Xin'an Chemical Company Information
13.9.2 Xin'an Chemical Glufosinate Product Portfolios and Specifications
13.9.3 Xin'an Chemical Glufosinate Sales, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
13.9.4 Xin'an Chemical Main Business Overview
13.9.5 Xin'an Chemical Latest Developments
14 Research Findings and Conclusion
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