Chemical industry - Wikipedia
The chemical industry comprises the companies and other organizations that develop and produce industrial, specialty and other chemicals. Central to the modern world economy , it converts raw materials ( oil , natural gas , air , water , metals , and minerals ) into commodity chemicals for industrial and consumer products .
Chemical industry | Overview, Importance, & History | Britannica
Chemical industry, complex of processes, operations, and organizations engaged in the manufacture of chemicals and their derivatives. Raw materials include fossil fuels and inorganic chemicals. An average chemical product is passed from factory to factory several times before it emerges into the market.
U.S. Chemical industry - statistics & facts | Statista
The chemical industry is one of the largest and most important industries worldwide, and United States is one of the largest national producers of chemical products globally. Including the...
2025 Chemical Industry Outlook - Deloitte Insights
In the next year, chemical companies will navigate many of the same challenges as other industries: evolving macroeconomic conditions, shifts in policy and regulations across regions, changing customer preferences, and advances in technology.
Chemical industry worldwide - statistics & facts | Statista
The global chemical industry is a complex and important part of the global economy and supply chain network. The production of chemicals involves converting raw materials such as fossil...
Chemical Sector Profile - CISA
From research and development to manufacturing, the U.S. chemical industry employs 529,000 people, while creating jobs in the many other industries it touches. The business of chemistry is America’s largest exporting sector, accounting for more than 9 percent of U.S. exports.
C&EN’s top 50 US chemical producers for 2022
C&EN's latest survey of the top 50 US chemical producers, based on fiscal year 2021, shows sales and profits up sharply. The top 50 companies combined for $333.6 billion in chemical sales, a 34.9% increase over what the same companies posted in 2020.
C&EN’s World Chemical Outlook 2023 - Chemical & Engineering News
Most economists expect a mild recession early this year, which would throw cold water on chemical demand and production. Advantageous raw material prices continue to make the US industry globally competitive, however, and exports should be brisk—provided that offshore demand holds up.
Chemical Sector Profile - CISA
From research and development to manufacturing, the U.S. chemical industry employs nearly 800,000 people, while creating jobs in the many other industries it touches. The business of chemistry is America’s largest exporting sector, supplying an eighth of the world’s chemical needs.
Understanding the U.S. Chemicals Industry - IndustrySelect®
In 2024, the industry continues to be a dynamic force, demonstrating resilience and innovation amidst market shifts. A key trend is the industry’s commitment to sustainability and circularity, with investments in renewable energy, green chemistry, and waste management.
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