| Product Code: ETC413959 | Publication Date: Oct 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
South Korea Cobalt Sulfate market currently, in 2023, has witnessed an HHI of 6189, Which has increased moderately as compared to the HHI of 2476 in 2017. The market is moving towards Highly concentrated. Herfindahl index measures the competitiveness of exporting countries. The range lies from 0 to 10000, where a lower index number represents a larger number of players or exporting countries in the market while a large index number means fewer numbers of players or countries exporting in the market.
The cobalt sulfate market in South Korea supports battery manufacturing and chemical industries. Demand for cobalt sulfate is driven by the growing electric vehicle market and renewable energy storage solutions.
The South Korean cobalt sulfate market is driven by demand from battery manufacturing for lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicles, portable electronics, and energy storage systems.
Addressing battery industry demand for cobalt sulfate, ensuring supply chain transparency, and managing price fluctuations pose challenges in South Korea. Producers must enhance production capacity, improve resource efficiency, and support recycling initiatives to meet growing market requirements sustainably.
Government policies in South Korea concerning the cobalt sulfate market center around battery manufacturing, chemical safety, and environmental sustainability. Policies regulate the production, importation, and use of cobalt sulfate for lithium-ion battery cathodes, agricultural supplements, and industrial applications. Regulations support chemical product safety evaluations, waste management practices, and compliance with environmental regulations. Government agencies oversee cobalt sulfate import permits, enforce chemical handling standards, and promote sustainable manufacturing practices. Policies also encourage research in battery technology, cobalt recycling initiatives, and partnerships with battery manufacturers to enhance energy storage solutions, reduce environmental impact, and drive growth in the cobalt sulfate market in South Korea.
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 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market Overview |
3.1 South Korea Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2028F |
3.3 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2028F |
4 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for electric vehicles (EVs) in South Korea, as cobalt sulfate is a key component in lithium-ion batteries used in EVs. |
4.2.2 Growth in the consumer electronics industry, as cobalt sulfate is also used in electronic devices such as smartphones and laptops. |
4.2.3 Government initiatives and incentives to promote clean energy and sustainable practices, leading to higher adoption of cobalt sulfate in various industries. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of cobalt in the global market, impacting the cost of cobalt sulfate production and pricing. |
4.3.2 Environmental concerns related to cobalt mining and processing, leading to potential regulatory challenges and increased scrutiny. |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative battery technologies that do not require cobalt sulfate, affecting market demand. |
5 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market Trends |
6 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market, By Types |
6.1 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market, By Application |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.3 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market Revenues & Volume, By Battery, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.4 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market Revenues & Volume, By Pigment, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.5 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2018 - 2028F |
7 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average selling price of cobalt sulfate in South Korea. |
8.2 Percentage of cobalt sulfate sourced from ethical and sustainable supply chains. |
8.3 Research and development investments in cobalt sulfate technology and applications. |
8.4 Adoption rate of cobalt sulfate in new product launches in the EV and electronics industries. |
8.5 Number of partnerships and collaborations between cobalt sulfate manufacturers and key industry players. |
9 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2028F |
10 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2021 |
10.2 South Korea Cobalt Sulfate Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |