- Market Overview
- Strategic Analysis
- Key Features
Market Overview
Duration: Short-term – 2-year price forecast and market outlook
Energy is the key input in the production of sodium chlorate and hydrogen peroxide, and therefore, developments in electricity and natural gas markets have a major impact on production cost and trade flow developments for these products. Elevated energy prices in Europe have resulted in a loss of competitiveness of European sodium chlorate in global markets, with North America remaining the largest exporter globally, on the other hand, mainland China is also emerging as a major player in the sodium chlorate export market, particularly within Asia and to Russia. More than 90% of sodium chlorate is used in the pulp and paper sector. Demand in this segment remains weak due to the impact of high inflation rates on consumer spending, but also to the ongoing structural decline in graphic paper demand in some regions, which has resulted in rationalization in this sector in Europe and North America. More pulp capacity is scheduled to come on stream in South America, which has a cost advantage position compared to other regions. For hydrogen peroxide, we anticipate that while pulp and paper will remain the largest demand segment, other sectors, such as semiconductors, water treatment, metals and battery materials, will drive demand growth in the coming years.
Comprehensive monthly market price, supply, demand, and trade data and analysis for:
- Hydrogen Peroxide
- Sodium Chlorate
- Sodium Hydrosulphite
Strategic Analysis
Duration: Short-term – 2-year price forecast and market outlook
The Global bleaching chemicals service provides clients with a comprehensive overview of the sodium chlorate, hydrogen peroxide and sodium hydrosulphite global markets. The report includes cash costs and margin analysis, as well as regional supply/demand balances for sodium chlorate and hydrogen peroxide. This service focuses on the main supply and demand drivers and challenges these markets are facing and provides detailed commentary on trade flow developments. As these bleaching chemicals are energy-intensive products, this report also analyses the impact of the volatility in electricity and natural gas markets on sodium chlorate and hydrogen peroxide production costs.
Chemical Market Analytics delivers the expert analysis necessary to comprehend the bleaching chemicals markets. We provide an integrated perspective, covering primary derivatives such as pulp markets and other significant applications, along with key inputs crucial for the production of these products.
Key Features
Duration: Short-term – 2-year price forecast and market outlook
PRICES COVERED
- Caustic Soda (North America / Europe, 1-month lagging)
- Hydrogen Peroxide
- Sodium Chlorate
- Sodium Hydrosulphite
GLOBAL MONTHLY MARKET REPORT
This service provides clients with comprehensive data on the global markets for sodium chlorate, hydrogen peroxide, and sodium hydrosulphite. It also delivers a monthly overview of caustic soda and methanol markets. The report covers contract pricing, import/export flows, and short-term supply and demand forecasts for hydrogen peroxide and sodium chlorate, segmented by region and end-use across North and South America, Western Europe, Northeast Asia, and Southeast Asia. Additionally, it offers extensive insights into the pulp and paper industry, plant and project developments, as well as analysis of feedstocks and downstream applications.
MARKET FOCUS REPORT
This report delves into additional research on crucial and current issues confronting the Bleaching Chemical industry.
ACCESS TO SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS
Personal telephone and/or email discussions, and meetings on the subject matter covered in the monthly report.
SUPPLY & DEMAND
Short-term production news updates, production statistics, and long-term structural supply changes. End-use analysis across the diverse range of end-use sectors plus macro industry trend analysis.
- Hydrogen Peroxide coverage - Asia, North America, South America, West Europe
- Sodium Chlorate coverage - Asia, North America, South America, West Europe
- Sodium Hydrosulphite coverage - Asia, North America, South America, West Europe
TRADE
Trade statistics, global trade analysis, freight estimates, tariffs, and sanction tracking.
PRODUCTION UPDATE
Region
- Asia
- Canada
- United States
- West Europe
Chemical
CLIENTS WEBINARS
Client webinars provide in-depth reviews of market developments across North America, Europe/Middle East, and Asia. Each session features expert commentary on timely issues, such as global economic trends, trade dynamics, and other impactful events relevant to the specific period. These webinars also offer clients a valuable opportunity to engage directly with Subject Matter Experts through interactive Q&A sessions.