Chlorine Industry Capacity and Capital Expenditure Forecasts with Details of All Active and Planned Plants, 2021-2026
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Chlorine Industry Overview
The global chlorine industry capacity was valued at 90.35 mtpa in 2021. It is expected to increase at an AAGR of more than 1% from 2021 to 2026. China, the US, Germany, India, and Japan are the key countries in the world accounting for over 75% of the total chlorine capacity. Out of them, China has the highest active chlorine capacity. The country is expected to lead chlorine capacity additions by 2026, followed by India and US. There are 488 active chlorine plans and 42 planned and announced plants in the works.
Overview of the global chlorine industry
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What are the top 10 planned and announced projects in the global chlorine industry?
The top 10 planned and announced projects in the global chlorine industry are:
- ADNOC Reliance Industries JV Ruwais Chlorine Plant to be operated by Reliance Industries Ltd
- Xinjiang Zhongtai Chemical Company Baicheng Chlorine Plant to be operated by Xinjiang Zhongtai Chemical Co Ltd
- Tianjin Bohai Chemical Development Company Tianjin Chlorine Plant to be operated by Tianjin Bohai Chemical Industry Co Ltd
- Shintech Plaquemine Chlorine Plant 3 to be operated by Shintech Louisiana LLC
- Formosa Plastics Corporation Point Comfort Chlorine Plant to be operated by Formosa Plastics Corp USA
- PT Asahimas Chemical Cilegon Chlorine Plant to be operated by PT Asahimas Chemical
- Guangxi Huayi New Materials Qinzhou Chlorine Plant 1 to be operated by Guangxi Huayi New Materials Co Ltd
- Fujian Southeast Electrochemical Fuzhou Chlorine Plant 2 to be operated by Fujian Southeast Electrochemical Co Ltd
- Long Son Petrochemical Vung Tau Chlorine Plant to be operated by Long Son Petrochemical Co Ltd
- Hanwha Chemical Corporation Yeosu Chlorine Plant to be operated by Hanwha Solutions Corp.
What is the regional and country-level outlook of the global chlorine market?
The report offers an analysis of the global chlorine industry in Asia, Europe, Former Soviet Union, Middle East, North America, South America, Oceania, and Africa. Among these regions, Asia leads with the largest capacity contribution globally, followed by North America.
Chlorine market in Asia
In 2021, the capacity contribution of Asia is more than 55 mtpa. There are 277 active chlorine plants and 22 planned and announced plants. China has the highest active chlorine capacity. India, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan are the other key countries.
Chlorine market in North America
North America, with a capacity of 14.45 mtpa is the second highest contributor. Within North America, the US is the major contributor. There are 41 active chlorine plants and 2 planned and announced plants.
Chlorine market in Europe
Europe is the third-highest region with a capacity of 11.72 mtpa. Germany is the major contributor. There are 88 active chlorine plants and 4 planned and announced plants.
Chlorine market in Former Soviet Union
There are 13 active chlorine plants and 7 planned and announced plants. Russia has the highest active chlorine capacity.
Chlorine market in Middle East
There are 28 active chlorine plants and 5 planned and announced plants. Saudi Arabia has the highest active chlorine capacity.
Chlorine market in South America
There are 21 active chlorine plants in South America. Brazil has the highest active chlorine capacity.
Chlorine market in Oceania
There are 12 active chlorine plants in Oceania. Australia has the highest active chlorine capacity.
Chlorine market in Africa
There are 12 active chlorine plants and 2 planned and announced plants. Egypt has the highest active chlorine capacity.
On a country-wise basis, China, the US, Germany, India, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Russia, Saudi Arabia, and Brazil are the key countries in the world.
Global chlorine industry, by region
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What are the key production process segments in the global chlorine industry?
The key production process segments in the global chlorine industry are the membrane cell process, diaphragm process, electrolysis of HCL to chlorine process, and mercury cell process. The membrane cell process is the dominant production process accounting for more than 65% of the installed chlorine capacity in 2021. Other processes besides these key ones account for over 23% of the total chlorine capacity for the period.
Global chlorine industry, by production process
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Who are the major players in the global chlorine industry?
The major players in the global chlorine industry are Occidental Petroleum Corp, Westlake Chemical Corp, China National Chemical Corp, Dow Chemical Co, Ineos Ltd, Formosa Plastics Group, Olin Corp, Covestro AG, Xinjiang Zhongtai Chemical Co Ltd, and Hubei Yihua Group Co Ltd.
Global chlorine industry, by major players
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Market report scope
Market size (2021) | 90.35 mtpa |
Growth rate | AAGR of >1% |
Forecast period | 2021-2026 |
Key regions | Asia, Europe, Former Soviet Union, Middle East, North America, South America, Oceania, and Africa |
Segmentation by production process | Membrane Cell Process, Diaphragm Process, Electrolysis of HCL to Chlorine Process, and Mercury Cell Process |
Key players | Occidental Petroleum Corp, Westlake Chemical Corp, China National Chemical Corp, Dow Chemical Co, Ineos Ltd, Formosa Plastics Group, Olin Corp, Covestro AG, Xinjiang Zhongtai Chemical Co Ltd, and Hubei Yihua Group Co Ltd |
The report provides:
- Global chlorine capacity outlook by region
- Global chlorine capacity outlook by country
- Chlorine planned and announced projects details
- Capacity share of the major chlorine producers globally
- Global chlorine capital expenditure outlook by region
- Global chlorine capital expenditure outlook by country
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Frequently asked questions
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What was the global chlorine market size in 2021?
The global chlorine market size was 90.35 mtpa in 2021.
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What is the growth rate of global chlorine industry?
The global chlorine industry is projected to grow at an AAGR of more than 1% during the period 2021-2026.
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What are the key regions for global chlorine industry in 2021?
The key regions for the global chlorine industry are Asia, Europe, Former Soviet Union, Middle East, North America, South America, Oceania, and Africa.
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What are the key production process segments in global chlorine industry?
The key production process segments in the global chlorine industry are membrane cell process, diaphragm process, electrolysis of HCL to chlorine process, and mercury cell process.
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Who are the key players in the global chlorine industry?
The key players in the global chlorine industry are Occidental Petroleum Corp, Westlake Chemical Corp, China National Chemical Corp, Dow Chemical Co, Ineos Ltd, Formosa Plastics Group, Olin Corp, Covestro AG, Xinjiang Zhongtai Chemical Co Ltd, and Hubei Yihua Group Co Ltd.
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