Chlor-Alkali Market Size, Share, Key Drivers and Restraints, Regional Outlook

Posted by Stephen Lobo on January 4th, 2023

Chlor-Alkali Market Scope

The chlor-alkali market refers to the industry that produces chlorine and alkaline products, such as caustic soda and sodium hydroxide, through the electrolysis of salt. These chemicals have a wide range of uses, including in the production of plastics, textiles, paper, detergents, and water treatment. The global Chlor-Alkali market size is estimated to be USD 63.2 billion in 2021 and is projected to reach USD 77.4 billion by 2026, at a CAGR of 4.1% between 2021 and 2026. The chlor-alkali market is driven by factors such as increasing urbanization, rising demand for water treatment and disinfection, and growing demand for consumer products such as detergents. The market is also influenced by factors such as raw material prices, regulatory policies, and competition from substitute products. The global chlor-alkali market is expected to grow in the coming years, with increasing demand from developing countries in particular.

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Chlor-Alkali Market Drivers

There are several drivers that can affect the chlor-alkali market. Some of the key drivers include:

  1. Economic growth: Demand for chlor-alkali products tends to increase with economic growth, as these products are used in a wide range of industries, including agriculture, chemical manufacturing, and construction.

  2. Energy prices: The production of chlor-alkali products requires significant amounts of energy, and fluctuations in energy prices can impact the cost of production and, in turn, the price of these products.

  3. Government regulations: Changes in government regulations, such as those related to environmental protection or health and safety, can affect the demand for and production of chlor-alkali products.

  4. Technological developments: Advances in technology can lead to more efficient and cost-effective production methods for chlor-alkali products, which can in turn impact the market.

  5. Competition: The presence of numerous producers in the market can lead to competition, which can affect pricing and demand for these products.

  6. Raw material costs: The cost of raw materials, such as chlorine and caustic soda, can also impact the price and demand for chlor-alkali products.

Chlor-Alkali Market Segmentation 

The chlor-alkali market can be segmented by Type, Application, and Region.

On the basis of Type

  • Caustic Soda Market
    • Alumina
    • Inorganic Chemicals
    • Organic Chemicals
    • Food And Pulp & Paper
    • Soaps & Detergents
    • Textile
    • Water Treatment
    • Steel/Metallurgy - Sintering
    • Others
  • Chlorine Market
    • EDC/PVC
    • Organic Chemicals
    • Inorganic Chemicals
    • Isocyanates
    • Chlorinated Intermediates
    • Propylene Oxide
    • Pulp & Paper
    • C1/C2 Aromatics
    • Water Treatment
    • Others
  • Soda Ash Market
    • Glass
    • Soaps & Detergents
    • Chemicals
    • Metallurgy
    • Water Treatment
    • Pulp & Paper
    • Others
  • Others (HCL)

By application, Alumina account for the largest share for Caustic soda in the Chlor-Alkali market

Alumina occurs as aluminum oxide and is refined to produce aluminum. Due to the increasing demand for aluminum across the globe, especially from China, the demand for alumina is increasing steadily. Generally, caustic soda is used for the production of alumina. Thus, the steady growth of the market is expected to, in turn, support the growth of the chlor-alkali market. APAC dominates the market, followed by North America and Europe. 

By application, EDC/PVC accounts for the largest share of Chlorine in the Chlor-Alkali market

PVC is utilized in the construction, electronics, healthcare, automotive, packaging, and other end-use industries. Its low cost and desirable physical & mechanical properties make it a suitable material was various applications. Chlorine is utilized in production of EDC/PVC and growth in end-use industries for EDC/PVC expects to drive the demand for chlorine in Chlor-alkali market.

On the basis of region:

  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia Pacific (APAC)
  • Middle East & Africa (MEA)
  • South America

APAC accounted for the largest share in the global Chlor-Alkali market

APAC accounted for the largest share of the Chlor-Alkali market in 2020, followed by Europe and North America. APAC recorded the largest demand for chlor-alkali in the past few years due to the growing investments in developing countries and manufacturing capacity additions across end-use industries, especially water treatment, and chemical processing. Increasing investments in infrastructure development projects, growing urbanization, rapid industrialization, improving the standard of living, and thriving automotive sector, as well as high economic growth, are the key factors for the regions overall growth.

Chlor-Alkali Market Key Players

  • Olin Corporation(US)
  • Westlake Chemical Corporation (US)
  • Tata Chemicals Limited (India)
  • Occidental Petroleum Corporation (US)
  • Formosa Plastics Corporation (Taiwan)
  • Solvay SA (Belgium)
  • Tosoh Corporation (Japan)
  • Hanwha Solutions Corporation (South Korea)
  • Nirma Limited (India)
  • AGC, Inc. (Japan)
  • Dow Inc. (US)
  • Xinjiang Zhongtai Chemical Co. Ltd. (China)
  • INOVYN (UK)
  • Ciner Resources Corporation (US)
  • Wanhua-Borsodchem (Hungary)

Key questions answered in the report:

  • What is the growth potential of the Chlor-Alkali Industry?
  • Which product segment will get the lion's share?
  • Which regional market will emerge as a forerunner in the coming years?
  • Which application segment will grow at a steady pace?
  • What are the growth opportunities that could emerge in the Chlor-Alkali industry in the coming years?
  • What are the main challenges that the global Chlor-Alkali Industry could face in the future?
  • What are the leading companies in the world market of Chlor-Alkali?

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