Sodium Cyanide Market

By Type;

Solid Sodium Cyanide and Liquid Sodium Cyanide

By End-User Industry;

Mining, Chemical, and Others

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn112859849 Published Date: September, 2025 Updated Date: October, 2025

Sodium Cyanide Market Overview

Sodium Cyanide Market (USD Million)

Sodium Cyanide Market was valued at USD 2,115.33 million in the year 2024.The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 3,097.60 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.6%.


Sodium Cyanide Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 5.6 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)5.6 %
Market Size (2024)USD 2,115.33 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 3,097.60 Million
Market ConcentrationMedium
Report Pages314
2,115.33
2024
3,097.60
2031

Major Players

  • Australian Gold Reagents Pty Ltd
  • Evonik Industries AG
  • HeBei ChengXin
  • Honeywell International Inc.
  • Sasol
  • TAEKWANG INDUSTRIAL
  • TSPC
  • The Chemours Company
  • Orica Limited

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Sodium Cyanide Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Sodium Cyanide Market plays a crucial role in various industries, with a primary focus on the mining sector. Its demand has surged due to its essential function in extracting gold and silver from ores. Approximately 80% of sodium cyanide is used in gold mining processes, highlighting its importance. The chemical's widespread application in metallurgy continues to drive market growth, especially as the mining sector scales globally.

Market Dynamics
The sodium cyanide market is heavily influenced by the demand for gold and other precious metals. As gold prices continue to rise, the demand for sodium cyanide increases proportionally, with the mining industry accounting for a significant portion of its consumption. Additionally, technological advancements in the mining sector are boosting sodium cyanide's efficiency, ensuring a steady demand.

Environmental Concerns
Despite its essential role, sodium cyanide usage is not without challenges. Environmental concerns regarding cyanide's toxicity have prompted regulations and innovations in waste management. Efforts to reduce environmental impacts and enhance safety protocols have resulted in an estimated 15% rise in the adoption of safer alternatives in the mining sector, as industries seek to mitigate environmental risks.

Future Outlook
The sodium cyanide market is expected to continue its expansion, driven by growing mining activities and advancements in the chemical’s use. While environmental regulations may slow the growth rate slightly, innovations in safer production processes are likely to open new opportunities. The market is poised for moderate growth, with 10% growth projected in the coming years.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Type
    2. Market Snapshot, By End-user Industry
    3. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Sodium Cyanide Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Increase in Gold and Silver Extraction Activities
        2. Rising Use in Chemical Synthesis
        3. Advancements in Sodium Cyanide Production Technology
        4. Expansion of Industrial Applications
      2. Restraints
        1. High Production Costs
        2. Toxicity and Handling Concerns
        3. Fluctuations in Raw Material Prices
        4. Market Saturation
      3. Opportunities
        1. Expansion in Emerging Markets
        2. Growth in Alternative Uses and Applications
        3. Innovation in Waste Management Solutions
        4. Increasing Demand for Sustainable Mining Practices
    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Sodium Cyanide Market, By Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Solid Sodium Cyanide
      2. Liquid Sodium Cyanide
    2. Sodium Cyanide Market, By End-User Industry, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Mining
      2. Chemical
      3. Others
    3. Sodium Cyanide Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. Orica
      2. Cyanco
      3. The Chemours Company
      4. Evonik
      5. Sasol
      6. Australian Gold Reagents (AGR)
      7. Tata Chemicals
      8. Nouryon
      9. Solvay
      10. BASF
      11. Draslovka
      12. Taekwang Industrial
      13. Tongsuh Petrochemical
      14. Hebei Chengxin
      15. Anhui Shuguang Chemical
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market