Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market - Global Size, Share, Trend Analysis, Opportunity and Forecast Report, 2019–2030, Segmented By Application (Vinyl Chloride Monomer Production, Ethylene Amines Production); By Production Process (Direct Chlorination, Oxy Ch

Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market - Global Size, Share, Trend Analysis, Opportunity and Forecast Report, 2019–2030, Segmented By Application (Vinyl Chloride Monomer Production, Ethylene Amines Production); By Production Process (Direct Chlorination, Oxy Chlorination); By Distribution Channel (Direct Sales, Indirect Sales); By End User (Construction, Automotive, Packaging, Furniture, Medical); By Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific (APAC), Latin America (LATAM), Middle East and Africa (MEA))


Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market Size Expands at Significant CAGR to Surpass USD 38.02 Billion and 58.6 Million Tons by 2030

Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market is flourishing due to the growing PVC industry, a rising demand for chlorinated solvents and pesticides and from packaging industry demand, and expansions of automotive sector.

BlueWeave Consulting, a leading strategic consulting and market research firm, in its recent study, estimated the Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market size by value at USD 31.73 billion in 2023. During the forecast period between 2024 and 2030, BlueWeave expects the Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market size to expand at a CAGR of 6.25% reaching a value of USD 38.02 billion by 2030. The Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market is propelled by the increasing electronics sector in emerging economies and the rising integration of EDC in composite applications. Also, a noteworthy surge is foreseen, driven by escalating demand from research institutes and multinational corporations engaged in extensive research and development activities. The electronics sector stands out as a crucial catalyst for the market's growth. Within the electronics industry, the product plays a vital role in diverse applications, including batteries, capacitors, solar cells, computers, microchips, smartphones, and laptops. Its popularity in electronics is attributed to its outstanding characteristics such as electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity, lightweight nature, and mechanical durability, rendering it suitable for managing high voltages. These distinctive properties position it as a highly significant material in the electronics domain, with expectations that it will serve as a seamless substitute for carbon nanotubes and silicon across various applications.

By volume, BlueWeave estimated the Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market size at 45.2 million tons in 2023. During the forecast period between 2024 and 2030, BlueWeave expects the Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market size by volume is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.89% reaching the volume of 58.6 million tons by 2030. In April 2023, PT Chandra Asri Petrochemical Tbk (Chandra Asri), a prominent integrated petrochemical firm in Indonesia, entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indonesia Investment Authority (INA) to build a sizable chlor-alkali plant in Indonesia. Upon completion, the plant is set to produce over 400 thousand tons annually of caustic soda and 500 thousand tons annually of ethylene dichloride.

Impact of Escalating Geopolitical Tensions on Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market

Geopolitical tensions can have a multifaceted impact on the Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market. These tensions can disrupt the supply chain, particularly for crucial raw materials such as ethane and chlorine, which are integral to EDC production. Trade restrictions, sanctions, or conflicts in key producing regions can lead to supply shortages, driving up prices and creating uncertainty in the market. Additionally, geopolitical instability may deter investment in EDC production facilities or hinder market expansion efforts in affected regions. Overall, the volatility and uncertainty stemming from escalating geopolitical tensions pose challenges to the stability and growth of the Global EDC Market, necessitating strategic risk management and diversification efforts by industry stakeholders.

Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market

Segmental Information

Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market – By End User

By end user, the Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market is divided into Construction, Automotive, Packaging, Furniture, and Medical segments. The construction segment holds the highest share in the Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market by end user. It is primarily due to the widespread adoption of ethylene dichloride in PVC resin manufacturing, a critical element in diverse construction materials. The substantial demand for PVC in various applications like pipes, fittings, and profiles will notably bolster market share, solidifying the construction segment's pivotal role in the overall ethylene dichloride market.

Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market – By Region

The in-depth research report on the Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market covers the market in a number of major countries across five regions: North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa. North America region holds the highest share in the Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market and is expected to maintain its dominance during the forecast period. The expansion necessitated the extension of the PVC production chain at the Plaquemine, Louisiana complex, which now features a new vinyl chloride monomer unit capable of producing approximately 1 million metric tons per year, alongside an ethylene dichloride unit with an annual production capacity of 680,388 metric tons. These developments are anticipated to positively impact the ethylene dichloride market forecast.

Competitive Landscape

The Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market is fragmented, with numerous players serving the market. The key players dominating the Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market include Reliance Industries Limited, Vizag chemical, Tosoh Corporation, Dow, Westlake Chemical Products, Formosa Plastics Group, PT Asahimas Chemical, Vynova Group, LG Chem, Shiv Chemicals, Ishtar Company LLC, Junsei Chemical Co., Ltd, and Olin Corporation. The key marketing strategies adopted by the players are facility expansion, product diversification, alliances, collaborations, partnerships, and acquisitions to expand their customer reach and gain a competitive edge in the overall market.

The report's in-depth analysis provides information about growth potential, upcoming trends, and the Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market statistics. It also highlights the factors driving forecasts of total market size. The report promises to provide recent technology trends in the Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market along with industry insights to help decision-makers make sound strategic decisions. Furthermore, the report also analyses the growth drivers, challenges, and competitive dynamics of the market.


1. Research Framework
1.1. Research Objective
1.2. Product Overview
1.3. Market Segmentation
2. Executive Summary
3. Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market Insights
3.1. Industry Value Chain Analysis
3.2. DROC Analysis
3.2.1. Growth Drivers
3.2.1.1. Growing PVC industry
3.2.1.2. Rising demand for chlorinated solvents and pesticides
3.2.1.3. Increasing demand from packaging industry demand
3.2.1.4. Expansions of automotive sector
3.2.2. Restraints
3.2.2.1. Fluctuations in feedstock price
3.2.2.2. Volatile oil prices
3.2.2.3. Stringent environmental regulations
3.2.3. Opportunities
3.2.3.1. Industrialization of emerging economies
3.2.3.2. Technological advancements in production
3.2.3.3. Increasing population and need for consumer goods
3.2.4. Challenges
3.2.4.1. Competition from substitutes
3.2.4.2. Evolving safety regulations related to the handling and transportation of EDC
3.3. Technological Advancements/Recent Developments
3.4. Regulatory Framework
3.5. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
3.5.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
3.5.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
3.5.3. Threat of New Entrants
3.5.4. Threat of Substitutes
3.5.5. Intensity of Rivalry
4. Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market: Marketing Strategies
5. Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market Overview
5.1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
5.1.1. By Value (USD Million)
5.1.2. By Volume (Million Tons)
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
5.2.1. By Application
5.2.1.1. Vinyl Chloride Monomer Production
5.2.1.2. Ethylene Amines Production
5.2.1.3. Others
5.2.2. By Production Process
5.2.2.1. Direct Chlorination
5.2.2.2. Oxy Chlorination
5.2.3. By Distribution Channel
5.2.3.1. Direct Sales
5.2.3.2. Indirect Sales
5.2.4. By End User
5.2.4.1. Construction
5.2.4.2. Automotive
5.2.4.3. Packaging
5.2.4.4. Furniture
5.2.4.5. Medical
5.2.4.6. Others
5.2.5. By Region
5.2.5.1. North America
5.2.5.2. Europe
5.2.5.3. Asia Pacific (APAC)
5.2.5.4. Latin America (LATAM)
5.2.5.5. Middle East and Africa (MEA)
6. North America Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market
6.1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
6.1.1. By Value (USD Million)
6.1.2. By Volume (Million Tons)
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
6.2.1. By Application
6.2.2. By Production Process
6.2.3. By Distribution Channel
6.2.4. By End User
6.2.5. By Country
6.2.5.1. United States
6.2.5.1.1. By Application
6.2.5.1.2. By Production Process
6.2.5.1.3. By Distribution Channel
6.2.5.1.4. By End User
6.2.5.2. Canada
6.2.5.2.1. By Application
6.2.5.2.2. By Production Process
6.2.5.2.3. By Distribution Channel
6.2.5.2.4. By End User
7. Europe Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market
7.1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
7.1.1. By Value (USD Million)
7.1.2. By Volume (Million Tons)
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
7.2.1. By Application
7.2.2. By Production Process
7.2.3. By Distribution Channel
7.2.4. By End User
7.2.5. By Country
7.2.5.1. Germany
7.2.5.1.1. By Application
7.2.5.1.2. By Production Process
7.2.5.1.3. By Distribution Channel
7.2.5.1.4. By End User
7.2.5.2. United Kingdom
7.2.5.2.1. By Application
7.2.5.2.2. By Production Process
7.2.5.2.3. By Distribution Channel
7.2.5.2.4. By End User
7.2.5.3. Italy
7.2.5.3.1. By Application
7.2.5.3.2. By Production Process
7.2.5.3.3. By Distribution Channel
7.2.5.3.4. By End User
7.2.5.4. France
7.2.5.4.1. By Application
7.2.5.4.2. By Production Process
7.2.5.4.3. By Distribution Channel
7.2.5.4.4. By End User
7.2.5.5. Spain
7.2.5.5.1. By Application
7.2.5.5.2. By Production Process
7.2.5.5.3. By Distribution Channel
7.2.5.5.4. By End User
7.2.5.6. Belgium
7.2.5.6.1. By Application
7.2.5.6.2. By Production Process
7.2.5.6.3. By Distribution Channel
7.2.5.6.4. By End User
7.2.5.7. Russia
7.2.5.7.1. By Application
7.2.5.7.2. By Production Process
7.2.5.7.3. By Distribution Channel
7.2.5.7.4. By End User
7.2.5.8. The Netherlands
7.2.5.8.1. By Application
7.2.5.8.2. By Production Process
7.2.5.8.3. By Distribution Channel
7.2.5.8.4. By End User
7.2.5.9. Rest of Europe
7.2.5.9.1. By Application
7.2.5.9.2. By Production Process
7.2.5.9.3. By Distribution Channel
7.2.5.9.4. By End User
8. Asia Pacific Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market
8.1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
8.1.1. By Value (USD Million)
8.1.2. By Volume (Million Tons)
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
8.2.1. By Application
8.2.2. By Production Process
8.2.3. By Distribution Channel
8.2.4. By End User
8.2.5. By Country
8.2.5.1. China
8.2.5.1.1. By Application
8.2.5.1.2. By Production Process
8.2.5.1.3. By Distribution Channel
8.2.5.1.4. By End User
8.2.5.2. India
8.2.5.2.1. By Application
8.2.5.2.2. By Production Process
8.2.5.2.3. By Distribution Channel
8.2.5.2.4. By End User
8.2.5.3. Japan
8.2.5.3.1. By Application
8.2.5.3.2. By Production Process
8.2.5.3.3. By Distribution Channel
8.2.5.3.4. By End User
8.2.5.4. South Korea
8.2.5.4.1. By Application
8.2.5.4.2. By Production Process
8.2.5.4.3. By Distribution Channel
8.2.5.4.4. By End User
8.2.5.5. Australia & New Zealand
8.2.5.5.1. By Application
8.2.5.5.2. By Production Process
8.2.5.5.3. By Distribution Channel
8.2.5.5.4. By End User
8.2.5.6. Indonesia
8.2.5.6.1. By Application
8.2.5.6.2. By Production Process
8.2.5.6.3. By Distribution Channel
8.2.5.6.4. By End User
8.2.5.7. Malaysia
8.2.5.7.1. By Application
8.2.5.7.2. By Production Process
8.2.5.7.3. By Distribution Channel
8.2.5.7.4. By End User
8.2.5.8. Singapore
8.2.5.8.1. By Application
8.2.5.8.2. By Production Process
8.2.5.8.3. By Distribution Channel
8.2.5.8.4. By End User
8.2.5.9. Vietnam
8.2.5.9.1. By Application
8.2.5.9.2. By Production Process
8.2.5.9.3. By Distribution Channel
8.2.5.9.4. By End User
8.2.5.10. Rest of APAC
8.2.5.10.1. By Application
8.2.5.10.2. By Production Process
8.2.5.10.3. By Distribution Channel
8.2.5.10.4. By End User
9. Latin America Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market
9.1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
9.1.1. By Value (USD Million)
9.1.2. By Volume (Million Tons)
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
9.2.1. By Application
9.2.2. By Production Process
9.2.3. By Distribution Channel
9.2.4. By End User
9.2.5. By Country
9.2.5.1. Brazil
9.2.5.1.1. By Application
9.2.5.1.2. By Production Process
9.2.5.1.3. By Distribution Channel
9.2.5.1.4. By End User
9.2.5.2. Mexico
9.2.5.2.1. By Application
9.2.5.2.2. By Production Process
9.2.5.2.3. By Distribution Channel
9.2.5.2.4. By End User
9.2.5.3. Argentina
9.2.5.3.1. By Application
9.2.5.3.2. By Production Process
9.2.5.3.3. By Distribution Channel
9.2.5.3.4. By End User
9.2.5.4. Peru
9.2.5.4.1. By Application
9.2.5.4.2. By Production Process
9.2.5.4.3. By Distribution Channel
9.2.5.4.4. By End User
9.2.5.5. Rest of LATAM
9.2.5.5.1. By Application
9.2.5.5.2. By Production Process
9.2.5.5.3. By Distribution Channel
9.2.5.5.4. By End User
10. Middle East & Africa Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market
10.1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2030
10.1.1. By Value (USD Million)
10.1.2. By Volume (Million Tons)
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
10.2.1. By Application
10.2.2. By Production Process
10.2.3. By Distribution Channel
10.2.4. By End User
10.2.5. By Country
10.2.5.1. Saudi Arabia
10.2.5.1.1. By Application
10.2.5.1.2. By Production Process
10.2.5.1.3. By Distribution Channel
10.2.5.1.4. By End User
10.2.5.2. UAE
10.2.5.2.1. By Application
10.2.5.2.2. By Production Process
10.2.5.2.3. By Distribution Channel
10.2.5.2.4. By End User
10.2.5.3. Qatar
10.2.5.3.1. By Application
10.2.5.3.2. By Production Process
10.2.5.3.3. By Distribution Channel
10.2.5.3.4. By End User
10.2.5.4. Kuwait
10.2.5.4.1. By Application
10.2.5.4.2. By Production Process
10.2.5.4.3. By Distribution Channel
10.2.5.4.4. By End User
10.2.5.5. South Africa
10.2.5.5.1. By Application
10.2.5.5.2. By Production Process
10.2.5.5.3. By Distribution Channel
10.2.5.5.4. By End User
10.2.5.6. Nigeria
10.2.5.6.1. By Application
10.2.5.6.2. By Production Process
10.2.5.6.3. By Distribution Channel
10.2.5.6.4. By End User
10.2.5.7. Algeria
10.2.5.7.1. By Application
10.2.5.7.2. By Production Process
10.2.5.7.3. By Distribution Channel
10.2.5.7.4. By End User
10.2.5.8. Rest of MEA
10.2.5.8.1. By Application
10.2.5.8.2. By Production Process
10.2.5.8.3. By Distribution Channel
10.2.5.8.4. By End User
11. Competitive Landscape
11.1. List of Key Players and Their Products
11.2. Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Company Market Share Analysis, 2023
11.3. Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating Parameters
11.4. Key Strategic Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, Partnerships, etc.)
12. Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market: Import & Export
13. Impact of Escalating Geopolitical Tensions on Global Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) Market
14. Company Profiles (Company Overview, Financial Matrix, Competitive Landscape, Key Personnel, Key Competitors, Contact Address, Strategic Outlook, and SWOT Analysis)
14.1. Reliance Industries Limited
14.2. Vizag chemical
14.3. Tosoh Corporation
14.4. Dow
14.5. Westlake Chemical Products
14.6. Formosa Plastics Group
14.7. PT Asahimas Chemical
14.8. Vynova Group
14.9. LG Chem
14.10. Shiv Chemicals
14.11. Ishtar Company LLC
14.12. Junsei Chemical Co., Ltd
14.13. Olin Corporation
14.14. Other Prominent Players
15. Key Strategic Recommendations
16. Research Methodology
16.1. Qualitative Research
16.1.1. Primary & Secondary Research
16.2. Quantitative Research
16.3. Market Breakdown & Data Triangulation
16.3.1. Secondary Research
16.3.2. Primary Research
16.4. Breakdown of Primary Research Respondents, By Region
16.5. Assumptions & Limitations

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