Global Calcium Hypochlorite Market - 2022-2029

Global Calcium Hypochlorite Market - 2022-2029

Market Overview

Calcium Hypochlorite Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 11.6% during the forecast period (2022-2029).

Calcium hypochlorite is an inorganic substance with the formula Ca(ClO)2. It is the primary component of commercial products with chlorine powder, bleaching powder and chlorinated lime used to treat water and as bleaching agents. Compared to sodium hypochlorite, this compound is more stable and has more readily available chlorine (liquid bleach). Despite the yellow appearance of commercial samples, it is a white solid. It has a strong chlorine odor because of how slowly it breaks down in moist air. The primary factor influencing the calcium hypochlorite market is the global demand for freshwater coupled with the depletion of natural resources.

Market Dynamics

Increasing demand for rubber in various end-user verticals is a major market driver for the respective market. Nonetheless, growing environmental awareness and stringent laws restrain the market's growth.

Growing population, urbanization and demand for water

Due to extensive agricultural activity, a growing population and other factors, there is an increasing need for fresh water. The need for drinking water is very high throughout much of the world. Worldwide, over 2 billion people are without access to clean drinking water and predictions indicate that by 2030, almost half of humanity will experience severe water stress. The need for affordable drinking water is greater than ever. Further, water also plays a significant role in food security and is a crucial input for agricultural production. Twenty percent of all cultivated land is used for irrigation agriculture, contributing forty percent of all food produced globally. The productivity of irrigated agriculture is typically at least twice that of rainfed agriculture per unit of land, allowing for greater crop diversification and production intensification.

By 2050, it is predicted that agricultural production will need to increase by roughly 70% due to the increased calorie and complex food consumption that comes along with income growth in the developing world. However, the future demand for water across all sectors will necessitate a reallocation of up to 40% of the water from lower to higher productivity and employment activities, particularly in areas with a water shortage. Due to agriculture's significant share of water use, such reallocation is typically anticipated to originate from this sector. Currently, 70% of all freshwater withdrawals worldwide are used for agriculture (on average). Competition for water resources is anticipated to increase due to population growth, urbanization and climate change, with an emphasis on agriculture.

Calcium hypochlorite has similar disinfectant properties to sodium hypochlorite, is more stable than sodium hypochlorite and has more chlorine available than sodium hypochlorite (liquid bleach). When kept in dry storage, it has excellent stability and retains its potency over time. Commercial grades of Ca(OCl)2 are suitable for drinking water and wastewater applications because they typically contain about 70% chlorine. Due to the treatment of used water, there will be an increase in the use of calcium hypochlorite in the area. Calcium hypochlorite is used to decontaminate used or wastewater before repurposing it as fresh water for several purposes. The demand for freshwater, thereby expanding the global calcium hypochlorite market, is primarily driven by the rapid rate of urbanization and the growing population.

Health and Environmental hazards

Because the chemistry of liquid chlorine and chlorine gas is so similar, neither Giardia nor Cryptosporidium kill rates, nor disinfection by-product advantages are provided by this method. Although solid Ca(OCl)2 is more stable and secure to handle than its liquid counterpart NaOCl, it is still corrosive and hygroscopic and if not stored in airtight containers, it will act with moisture in the air to form chlorine gas. Ca(OCl)2 containers must therefore be completely sealed or empty. Wastewater systems using Ca(OCl)2 typically need dechlorination after disinfection to minimize chlorine discharges to receiving waters, just like with chlorine gas and NaOCl.

Further, exposure to calcium hypochlorite can cause a number of health hazards, including skin burns, eye burns and lung and lung burns. It may also lead to medical emergencies like pneumonia, which is anticipated to hinder the global calcium hypochlorite market development. As a result, the market for calcium hypochlorite is also constrained by the government's strict rules and regulations. Additionally, the ecosystem is harmed by the emission of harmful gases and pollutants and any restrictions placed on this activity could impede market expansion.

COVID-19 Impact Analysis

Though like any other market, the global calcium hypochlorite market was negatively impacted by COVID-19's initial waves, the pandemic's overall effect was only moderate. Calcium hypochlorite production has been hampered by the need for skilled labor, large-scale industrial reagents and heavy machinery for the industrial-scale synthesis of calcium hypochlorite. Production was severely hampered during the pandemic by industry curfews and the need for social isolation. The COVID-19 pandemic's global lockdown also severely hampered the supply of raw materials needed to make calcium hypochlorite and finished goods. The demand-supply dynamics of the calcium hypochlorite market were severely impacted.

However, the demand for the respective product was boosted due to the high demand for disinfectants and cleaners from various end-use applications, including households, hospitality, pharmaceuticals and retailers. The developing awareness of the importance of maintaining high hygiene standards among customers and consumers is anticipated to increase demand for the product. Some economies have declared temporarily permitting calcium hypochlorite manufacturers to buy raw materials from unlisted agencies due to supply disruption and growing trade uncertainties. Businesses are investing significantly to enhance their current offerings' manufacturing, logistics and product quality. In the upcoming years, these variables are anticipated to further fuel demand for the respective product.

Segment Analysis

The global calcium hypochlorite market is classified based on form, end-user and region.

The ease of storage and transportation boosts the market shares of powder form

The calcium hypochlorite market is divided into powder, pellet and granule according to form. Due to its extensive advantages over other forms, such as the fact that calcium hypochlorite powder could be easily transported and stored in sealed drums lined with plastic or rubber, the powder currently holds the leading position in the calcium hypochlorite form market and is anticipated to keep that position throughout the forecasted period.

While commercially available in dry mixtures containing up to 80% calcium hypochlorite, 65 to 75% is more typical, with lower concentration formulations also available. Calcium hypochlorite comes in a variety of strengths. In swimming pools and municipal water treatment, high-strength calcium hypochlorite (65 percent) has been widely used as a disinfectant.

Geographical Analysis

The growing automotive market in Asia-Pacific boosts the region’s calcium hypochlorite market

One of the most popular chemicals for swimming pool water disinfection is chlorine and calcium hypochlorite is a convenient source of chlorine that is readily available. The item was conveniently available in a number of forms that were labeled as EPA-registered pesticides for use in private, semi-private and commercial swimming pools. The greatest global demand for calcium hypochlorite is swimming pool sanitization, which accounts for more than 37% of its total consumption. As a result of the region's growing number of homes with swimming pools, North America holds the largest market share for calcium hypochlorite. According to data by the Association of Pool & Spa Professionals, over 10.4 million residential swimming pools exist in North America. The number is projected to increase in the coming years, which will drive growth in the market for swimming pool water treatment products such as calcium hypochlorite.

Due to sizable manufacturing firms in the area that consume a lot of water, Europe trails North America in aspects of market share in the global Calcium Hypochlorite market. Additionally, because of the various regulations, these businesses must treat the water before releasing it into the environment, increasing the demand for calcium hypochlorite in the area. Various industries such as pharmaceuticals, mines and paper mills are growing in the area and driving up the demand for calcium hypochlorite in the region. For instance, the corrugated paper industry in Brazil represents a USD$ 2.7 billion market. The growth experienced in the corrugated paper industry is another reason the region's calcium hypochlorite market is growing.

Competitive Landscape

The global calcium hypochlorite market is highly dynamic regarding global and local producers' numbers and strengths. The market is fragmented due to numerous large-scale manufacturers such as China Petroleum & Chemical, Lonza, NIPPON SODA, Tosoh, Westlake Chemical, Hi-Strength Hypo Limited, Sree Rayalaseema, Tianjin Kaifeng Chemical Co.Ltd organic Industries Private Limited, Grasim Industries Limited and Solvay SA. Pivotal market stakeholders employ tactics like mergers, acquisitions, product launches, contributions and collaborations to gain competitive advantages and recognition in their respective markets.

Westlake Chemical

Overview: Westlake is a producer and supplier of materials and cutting-edge goods that improve life on a daily basis. The business offers essential goods that serve as the foundation for a wide range of industries, including packaging, healthcare, consumer products, automotive and building and construction. Westlake, which has a workforce of about 16,000 people and has its current headquarters in Texas, U.S., operates globally. Styrene, Chlor-Alkali, Olefins, Vinyls, Monomers, Building Products, PVC Pipe, Styrene, Chemicals, Polymers, Petrochemicals, Polyethylene, PolyVinylChloride Caustic Soda, Chemicals Manufacturing, PVC Resin and Polymers are some of the major business segments of the company.

Product Portfolio:

Calcium Hypochlorite Tablets: The product is used to disinfect tanks, mains, reservoirs and small treatment plants, among others.

Key Development:

Following Hurricane Delta, Westlake Chemical reopened three chlor-alkali plants on October 21, 2020, at its Lake Charles, Louisiana, complex. According to the most recent statistics available for the industry, U.S. chlor-alkali rates decreased to 71 percent in September from 76 percent in August due to Westlake's closures.

The company had rebooted the three plants with a combined capacity of 1.27 million mt/year for chlorine and 1.36 million mt/year for caustic soda.

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