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Alkalies & Chlorine: United States

This report provides annual forecasts to 2027 for US alkalis and chlorine demand and shipments in nominal US dollars at the manufacturer level.

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How much are US chlor-alkali producers exposed to global market conditions?

US chlor-alkali producers are quite exposed to global market conditions, with exports accounting for 34% of domestic shipments in 2022.

How vertically integrated are chlor-alkali producers?

Most major chlor-alkali producers are vertically integrated polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or vinyl chloride monomer (VCM) manufacturers (e.g., Shin-Etsu Chemical) who align chlor-alkali production with the chlorine requirements of downstream product output.

What affects chlor-alkali prices?

Chlor-alkali prices are affected by several factors, including supply and demand imbalances caused by the co-production of chlorine and caustic soda, global market conditions, and energy costs.

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