Top 10 Companies in the Potassium Hydroxide (KOH) Industry (2025): Market Leaders Powering Global Chemical Production

In Business Insights
June 02, 2025

The Global Potassium Hydroxide (KOH) Market was valued at USD 3.01 Billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 3.63 Billion by 2030, growing at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 2.7% during the forecast period (2024–2030). This growth is driven by increasing demand from chemical manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, agriculture sectors, and accelerating adoption in biodiesel production.

As industries worldwide transition toward sustainable and diversified chemical applications, potassium hydroxide remains a critical industrial chemical. In this blog, we profile the Top 10 Companies in the Potassium Hydroxide Industry—chemical giants and niche producers shaping global supply chains for multiple industrial applications.


🔟 1. OxyChem (Occidental Petroleum Corporation)

Headquarters: Dallas, Texas, USA
Key Offering: Industrial-grade KOH flakes, solutions, and custom formulations

OxyChem is North America’s largest potassium hydroxide producer, serving diverse industries from chemicals to food processing. The company operates multiple production facilities with integrated chlor-alkali capabilities.

Sustainability Initiatives:

  • Energy-efficient membrane cell technology adoption

  • Closed-loop water recycling systems

  • Target to reduce greenhouse gas intensity by 30% by 2030

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9️⃣ 2. UNID (LG Chemical)