Segmentation by type classifies mineral fortifiers into elemental families—Iron, Calcium, Zinc, Magnesium, and Selenium—each further divided into chemical subtypes that dictate solubility, bioavailability, and processing compatibility. Iron fortifiers, the largest subgroup, include ferrous sulfate, ferrous gluconate, and ferrous fumarate; the latter two are favored in acidic food matrices for reduced organoleptic impact. Calcium sources span calcium carbonate, calcium citrate, and calcium phosphate, with carbonate dominating bulk fortification due to cost efficiency, while citrate is preferred in fortified beverages for its higher solubility. Zinc is supplied primarily as zinc oxide, zinc sulfate, and zinc gluconate, the latter two offering better absorption in nutraceuticals. Magnesium compounds such as magnesium oxide and magnesium hydroxide serve niche applications where mineral balance is critical. Selenium is limited to selenomethionine and sodium selenite, both employed in high‑value supplements. The distribution of these types aligns with application demands, influencing overall market composition.