| Product Code: ETC194256 | Publication Date: Aug 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 40 | No. of Tables: 7 |
India`s mercury import shipments in 2024 saw significant contributions from top exporting countries including Peru, Japan, Thailand, Taiwan, and the UK. Despite a high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicating market concentration, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2024 was negative at -6.73%. However, there was a notable growth spurt in 2024 with a growth rate of 31.96% compared to the previous year, reflecting dynamic changes in the market landscape.

The mercury market in India is a rapidly growing sector with numerous opportunities for players. It is used as an essential raw material in various industries including lighting, thermometer manufacturing, research & medical laboratories, and pharmaceuticals. Mercury has also been found to be an effective catalyst in industrial processes like chlorine production. The demand for mercury has been consistently increasing due to the rising demand from these sectors.
Increasing Demand from Industries - The increasing demand for mercury from different industries such as lighting, thermometer manufacturing, laboratory testing, and pharmaceuticals has led to a rise in its consumption across India. This trend is likely to continue over the coming years due to the expansion of existing operations and the entry of new players into the market.Low Price - The price of mercury is relatively low compared to other materials used in the industry which makes it an attractive option for manufacturers who are looking at reducing costs while maintaining quality standards. Additionally, there are no import duties imposed on imported forms of this element which further reduces its cost and makes it more accessible for customers around the country.
Health Hazards ??? Despite being widely utilized by several industries, exposure or contact with mercury can result in serious health complications like lung damage or neurological disorders if not handled properly by trained personnel wearing protective gear like gloves and masks etcetera. For this reason, appropriate safety measures need to be taken when dealing with any form of this element otherwise, risks may arise that could have severe consequences on human health leading government authorities to impose restrictions on usage or ban it altogether depending upon the severity level the situation warrants.
Some key players operating within the India mercury market include Hindustan Prefab Ltd., India Rare Earths Limited (IREL), Gujarat Fluorochemicals Ltd., Sesa Goa Ltd., Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Ltd., Anmol Chemicals Pvt ltd., Fine Organics Industries Pvt ltd., Merck Life Science Private Limited among many others who contribute significantly towards growth momentum witnessed segment???s performance trajectory since inception till present day period
??The Covid-19 pandemic had a drastic effect on all businesses globally including those involved with the sale/distribution/manufacturing of products derived using elemental form substances one of them being represented under the umbrella term ???Mercury??? As economies struggled against virus spread related containment measures various independent entities dependent upon sourced raw materials faced significant challenges.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 India Mercury Market Overview |
3.1 India Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 India Mercury Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 India Mercury Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 India Mercury Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 India Mercury Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 India Mercury Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for mercury in various industries such as healthcare, electronics, and agriculture |
4.2.2 Growth in the manufacturing sector leading to higher consumption of mercury for industrial processes |
4.2.3 Rising investments in infrastructure projects driving the demand for mercury-containing products |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent environmental regulations restricting the production and use of mercury in certain applications |
4.3.2 Health concerns associated with mercury exposure leading to a shift towards alternative products |
4.3.3 Volatility in mercury prices impacting the overall market stability |
5 India Mercury Market Trends |
6 India Mercury Market, By Types |
6.1 India Mercury Market, By Application |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 India Mercury Market Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 India Mercury Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemical manufacturing, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 India Mercury Market Revenues & Volume, By Artisanal gold mining, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 India Mercury Market Revenues & Volume, By Batteries, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 India Mercury Market Revenues & Volume, By Dentistry, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 India Mercury Market Revenues & Volume, By Measurement And Control Devices, 2021-2031F |
6.1.8 India Mercury Market Revenues & Volume, By Electrical and lighting, 2021-2031F |
7 India Mercury Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 India Mercury Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 India Mercury Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 India Mercury Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Environmental compliance metrics related to mercury emissions and waste management practices |
8.2 Adoption rate of mercury-free technologies and products in key industries |
8.3 Research and development investments in mercury recycling and substitution technologies |
9 India Mercury Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 India Mercury Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 India Mercury Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 India Mercury Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 India Mercury Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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