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The Chemicals industry plays a fundamental role in the modern economy by transforming raw inputs into more than 70,000 products for intermediate or final consumption. As an enabling industry, it stands at the beginning of the value chains of numerous sectors, such as agriculture, food & beverages, consumer goods, construction and pharmaceuticals. It also plays a vital role in promoting human and economic development, improving food security and public health, and ensuring the sustainable use of natural resources.
Activities associated with Chemicals are manufacturing of petroleum and coal products, basic chemicals, resins, polymers and speciality chemicals, industrial gases, fertilisers, paints and coatings, adhesives, plastics and rubber products. A number of consumer goods are also included, such as pharmaceuticals, hygiene and personal care products, cleaning compounds and toiletries.
To satisfy its growing demand for crops and other agricultural products, China, the world's second most populous country and second biggest economy, needs fertilisers to improve its food supply and demand balance. The country has only 9% of the ...
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The chemical industry plays a crucial role for the economy of Vietnam. Its growth is driven by accelerating demand for chemicals in the manufacturing and agriculture sectors. Outdated technology and low labour productivity are the major hindrances ...
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The chemical sector is one of the critical pillars of the Chinese economy. The consistent development of China's chemical sector has been sustained for over two decades, primarily driven by the increased demand from both domestic and international ...
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Poland's chemicals, and rubber and plastics sector reflects a dynamic and increasingly complex industrial landscape. The chemical industry remains a cornerstone of the country's processing sector and a vital pillar of the national economic system. ...
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The chemical industry plays a vital role in the economies of Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), serving as both a foundational input provider for other sectors and a major contributor to industrial output, exports, and employment. While CEE countries ...
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The chemical sector is one of the critical pillars of the Chinese economy. The consistent development of China's chemical sector has been sustained for over two decades, primarily driven by the increased demand from both domestic and international ...
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The chemical industry is the third largest industrial sector in Brazil, following the food and beverage industry and petroleum products manufacturing, according to data presented at the 2024 Annual Meeting of the Chemical Industry held by the ...
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The Mexican chemical industry is a cornerstone of the nation's manufacturing landscape, contributing significantly to GDP, employment and trade. Despite facing challenges, such as supply chain disruptions and rising production costs, the sector has ...
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