Summary

Market Overview
The Global Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market was valued at USD 932.46 Million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 1184.69 Million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.27% during the forecast period. Anhydrous aluminium chloride, recognized for its white to yellow crystalline appearance and odorless properties, is extensively used as a catalyst in Friedel-Crafts reactions and in numerous industrial processes. Its versatility enables its application across diverse sectors, including the production of dyes, pigments, polymers, agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, fragrances, and specialty chemicals. The compound also plays a critical role in manufacturing synthetic rubber, paints, lubricants, wood preservatives, and other organic and inorganic materials.
Available in powdered and granular forms, it is produced through the reaction of dry chlorine or hydrogen chloride gas with superheated aluminium or via heating alumina and coke with chlorine gas. Proper storage—sealed, dry, and away from combustible materials—is essential to maintain its reactivity and safety. The compound is also key in producing fumed alumina and titanium dioxide, and is utilized in synthesizing ethylbenzene and hydrocarbon resins. The market is experiencing strong growth due to its wide-ranging applications and the steady rise in demand from end-use industries globally.
Key Market Drivers
Growing Demand of Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride in Pharmaceutical Industry
Anhydrous aluminium chloride plays a vital role in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals, including antihistamines, antacids, and antibiotics. The pharmaceutical sector, now valued at approximately USD 1.6 trillion globally as of 2023, represents a significant consumer of this compound. As global health expenditures continue to rise and the need for efficient drug production intensifies, demand for anhydrous aluminium chloride is growing in tandem. Its critical function in chemical reactions used in drug manufacturing ensures its continued relevance and demand. The sustained expansion of pharmaceutical production, driven by both innovation and increasing healthcare needs, will remain a strong factor propelling the market forward.
Key Market Challenges
Lack in Supply of Raw Materials
The consistent production of anhydrous aluminium chloride depends heavily on the availability of key raw materials—aluminium and chlorine. Global supply chain disruptions, driven by geopolitical tensions and rising demand, have led to material shortages that directly impact manufacturing capabilities. This scarcity results in reduced production output and contributes to price volatility, posing challenges for manufacturers and downstream users alike. The supply imbalance also increases costs for end-use industries, limiting product accessibility and slowing market growth. Addressing this issue requires improved resource allocation strategies and diversification of supply sources to ensure long-term market stability.
Key Market Trends
Growing Demand in Chemical Industry
Anhydrous aluminium chloride is a critical catalyst within the chemical sector, used extensively in the synthesis of dyes, pigments, pesticides, and chemical intermediates. Its importance across these domains has made it a foundational material for various chemical manufacturing processes. As demand for end products in these sectors rises, so does the need for efficient catalytic solutions like anhydrous aluminium chloride. The compound’s widespread adoption and its expanding role in new applications highlight its significance. Continued development in the chemical industry, alongside emerging applications in pharmaceuticals and specialty materials, is expected to further strengthen the market outlook.
Key Market Players
• Aditya Birla Chemicals India Ltd.
• Base Metal International
• BASF SE
• DCM Shriram Ltd.
• Gujarat Alkali & Chemicals Ltd
• Gulbrandsen Manufacturing Inc.
• Kanto Denka Kogyo Co. Ltd
• Nippon Light Metal Company Ltd
• Shandong Kunbao New Materials Group Co. Ltd
• Upra Chem Pvt. Ltd
Report Scope:
In this report, the Global Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:
• Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market, By Form:
o Granule
o Powder
• Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market, By Application:
o Dyes & Pigments
o Pesticides
o Pharmaceuticals
o Hydrocarbon Resins
o Fumed Alumina
o Others
• Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market, By Region:
o North America
§ United States
§ Canada
§ Mexico
o Europe
§ France
§ United Kingdom
§ Italy
§ Germany
§ Spain
o Asia Pacific
§ China
§ India
§ Japan
§ Australia
§ South Korea
o South America
§ Brazil
§ Argentina
§ Colombia
o Middle East & Africa
§ South Africa
§ Saudi Arabia
§ UAE
Competitive Landscape
Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market.
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Table of Contents

1. Product Overview
1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
1.2.1. Markets Covered
1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Key Industry Partners
2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
2.5. Forecasting Methodology
2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
2.7. Assumptions and Limitations
3. Executive Summary
3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends
4. Global Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
4.1. Market Size & Forecast
4.1.1. By Value & Volume
4.2. Market Share & Forecast
4.2.1. By Form (Granule, Powder)
4.2.2. By Application (Dyes & Pigments, Pesticides, Pharmaceuticals, Hydrocarbon Resins, Fumed Alumina, Others)
4.2.3. By Region
4.2.4. By Company (2024)
4.3. Market Map
4.3.1. By Form
4.3.2. By Application
4.3.3. By Region
5. Asia Pacific Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
5.1. Market Size & Forecast
5.1.1. By Value & Volume
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
5.2.1. By Form
5.2.2. By Application
5.2.3. By Country
5.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
5.3.1. China Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
5.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
5.3.1.1.1. By Value & Volume
5.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
5.3.1.2.1. By Form
5.3.1.2.2. By Application
5.3.2. India Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
5.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
5.3.2.1.1. By Value & Volume
5.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
5.3.2.2.1. By Form
5.3.2.2.2. By Application
5.3.3. Australia Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
5.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
5.3.3.1.1. By Value & Volume
5.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
5.3.3.2.1. By Form
5.3.3.2.2. By Application
5.3.4. Japan Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
5.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
5.3.4.1.1. By Value & Volume
5.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
5.3.4.2.1. By Form
5.3.4.2.2. By Application
5.3.5. South Korea Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
5.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
5.3.5.1.1. By Value & Volume
5.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
5.3.5.2.1. By Form
5.3.5.2.2. By Application
6. Europe Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
6.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.1.1. By Value & Volume
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.2.1. By Form
6.2.2. By Application
6.2.3. By Country
6.3. Europe: Country Analysis
6.3.1. France Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.3.1.1.1. By Value & Volume
6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.3.1.2.1. By Form
6.3.1.2.2. By Application
6.3.2. Germany Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.3.2.1.1. By Value & Volume
6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.3.2.2.1. By Form
6.3.2.2.2. By Application
6.3.3. Spain Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.3.3.1.1. By Value & Volume
6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.3.3.2.1. By Form
6.3.3.2.2. By Application
6.3.4. Italy Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
6.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.3.4.1.1. By Value & Volume
6.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.3.4.2.1. By Form
6.3.4.2.2. By Application
6.3.5. United Kingdom Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
6.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
6.3.5.1.1. By Value & Volume
6.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.3.5.2.1. By Form
6.3.5.2.2. By Application
7. North America Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
7.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.1.1. By Value & Volume
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.2.1. By Form
7.2.2. By Application
7.2.3. By Country
7.3. North America: Country Analysis
7.3.1. United States Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.3.1.1.1. By Value & Volume
7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.3.1.2.1. By Form
7.3.1.2.2. By Application
7.3.2. Mexico Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.3.2.1.1. By Value & Volume
7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.3.2.2.1. By Form
7.3.2.2.2. By Application
7.3.3. Canada Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
7.3.3.1.1. By Value & Volume
7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.3.3.2.1. By Form
7.3.3.2.2. By Application
8. South America Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
8.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.1.1. By Value & Volume
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.2.1. By Form
8.2.2. By Application
8.2.3. By Country
8.3. South America: Country Analysis
8.3.1. Brazil Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.3.1.1.1. By Value & Volume
8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.3.1.2.1. By Form
8.3.1.2.2. By Application
8.3.2. Argentina Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.3.2.1.1. By Value & Volume
8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.3.2.2.1. By Form
8.3.2.2.2. By Application
8.3.3. Colombia Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
8.3.3.1.1. By Value & Volume
8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.3.3.2.1. By Form
8.3.3.2.2. By Application
9. Middle East and Africa Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
9.1. Market Size & Forecast
9.1.1. By Value & Volume
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
9.2.1. By Form
9.2.2. By Application
9.2.3. By Country
9.3. MEA: Country Analysis
9.3.1. South Africa Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
9.3.1.1.1. By Value & Volume
9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
9.3.1.2.1. By Form
9.3.1.2.2. By Application
9.3.2. Saudi Arabia Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
9.3.2.1.1. By Value & Volume
9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
9.3.2.2.1. By Form
9.3.2.2.2. By Application
9.3.3. UAE Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market Outlook
9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
9.3.3.1.1. By Value & Volume
9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
9.3.3.2.1. By Form
9.3.3.2.2. By Application
10. Market Dynamics
10.1. Drivers
10.2. Challenges
11. Market Trends & Developments
11.1. Recent Developments
11.2. Product Launches
11.3. Mergers & Acquisitions
12. Global Anhydrous Aluminium Chloride Market: SWOT Analysis
13. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
13.1. Competition in the Industry
13.2. Potential of New Entrants
13.3. Power of Suppliers
13.4. Power of Customers
13.5. Threat of Substitute Product
14. Competitive Landscape
14.1. Aditya Birla Chemicals India Ltd.
14.1.1. Business Overview
14.1.2. Company Snapshot
14.1.3. Products & Services
14.1.4. Financials (In case of listed)
14.1.5. Recent Developments
14.1.6. SWOT Analysis
14.2. Base Metal International
14.3. BASF SE
14.4. DCM Shriram Ltd.
14.5. Gujarat Alkali & Chemicals Ltd
14.6. Gulbrandsen Manufacturing Inc.
14.7. Kanto Denka Kogyo Co. Ltd
14.8. Nippon Light Metal Company Ltd
14.9. Shandong Kunbao New Materials Group Co. Ltd
14.10. Upra Chem Pvt. Ltd
15. Strategic Recommendations
16. About Us & Disclaimer