| Product Code: ETC087885 | Publication Date: Jun 2021 | Updated Date: Apr 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 |
The Malaysia Iodine Market is poised for steady growth rate improvements from 2025 to 2029. Commencing at 9.75% in 2025, growth builds up to 11.42% by 2029.

By 2027, the Iodine market in Malaysia is anticipated to reach a growth rate of 10.73%, as part of an increasingly competitive Asia region, where China remains at the forefront, supported by India, Japan, Australia and South Korea, driving innovations and market adoption across sectors.

The iodine market in Malaysia has been estimated at USD 442 thousand in 2025 with a CAGR of 3.7% over the forecast period due to rising industrialization coupled with enhanced health awareness amongst consumers driving up sales for vitamins & dietary supplements containing iodine across the country. Growing urbanization resulting into increased standard living coupled with robust economic growth are further expected to stimulate demand for food grade iodine especially from bakery products manufacturers who use it as an additive agent since it helps enhance taste & texture while acting as a preservative agent too thereby contributing towards shelf life extension without reducing nutritional value or flavor intensity considerably thus driving up its consumption across Malaysia market over next few years.
The Malaysia iodine market is expected to see positive growth in the coming years. One of the primary drivers of this market is the increasing demand for iodine in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and electronics. Iodine is a crucial ingredient in the production of pharmaceuticals, iodized salt, and as a disinfectant in medical applications. Moreover, the growing use of iodine in the electronics industry, particularly in LCD displays and semiconductors, is further boosting its demand in the country.
In the iodine market, challenges arise from the limited availability of iodine resources and increasing demand from the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. Ensuring a stable supply chain and promoting the benefits of iodine in various applications is essential.
The iodine market in Malaysia faced challenges as industrial activities slowed down during the pandemic. Reduced demand from the pharmaceutical and chemical industries impacted the market. Supply chain disruptions and export-import restrictions affected product availability.
The iodine market in Malaysia is served by chemical manufacturers and suppliers offering iodine and iodine derivatives for various applications, including pharmaceuticals, iodized salt, and industrial processes. Key players in Malaysia iodine market may include IodineChem Industries Sdn Bhd, IodinePlus Solutions, and ChemiIodine Corporation. These companies are likely to focus on product quality, safety, and fulfilling the demand from different industrial sectors.
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 Malaysia Iodine Market Overview |
3.1 Malaysia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Malaysia Iodine Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Malaysia Iodine Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Source, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Malaysia Iodine Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Malaysia Iodine Market Trends |
6 Malaysia Iodine Market, By Types |
6.1 Malaysia Iodine Market, By Source |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenues & Volume, By Source, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenues & Volume, By Caliche Ore, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenues & Volume, By Underground Brines, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenues & Volume, By Recycling, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenues & Volume, By Seaweeds, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Malaysia Iodine Market, By Form |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenues & Volume, By Organic Compounds, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenues & Volume, By Inorganic Salts & Complexes, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenues & Volume, By Elemental & Isotopes, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Malaysia Iodine Market, By Application |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenues & Volume, By X-Ray Contrast Media, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceuticals, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenues & Volume, By Optical Polarizing Films, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenues & Volume, By Catalyst in Polymer Processing, 2021-2031F |
6.3.6 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenues & Volume, By Animal Feed, 2021-2031F |
6.3.7 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenues & Volume, By Fluorochemicals, 2021-2031F |
6.3.8 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenues & Volume, By Others , 2021-2031F |
6.3.9 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenues & Volume, By Others , 2021-2031F |
7 Malaysia Iodine Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Malaysia Iodine Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Malaysia Iodine Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Malaysia Iodine Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Malaysia Iodine Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Malaysia Iodine Market Opportunity Assessment, By Source, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Malaysia Iodine Market Opportunity Assessment, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Malaysia Iodine Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Malaysia Iodine Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Malaysia Iodine Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Malaysia Iodine Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |