The sodium hydroxide market was valued at USD XX million in XXXX and will reach USD XXXX million by XXXX, at a X.X % CAGR over the forecast period. Sodium hydroxide, also called caustic, caustic soda, and lye, has a molecular weight of 40 and chemical formula of NaOH. In the last few years, the cost of sodium hydroxide has seen variations with the change in demand and supply across the globe. The major factors that are boosting the growth of the global sodium hydroxide market include growth of industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, construction, textiles, and paper & pulp across the world.

However, the availability of substitutes like potassium hydroxide is likely to restrain the growth of the market during the prediction period. Moreover, the high cost of production of sodium hydroxide will create a negative impact on the market. Companies manufacturing sodium hydroxide products can leverage lucrative opportunities in regions such as Europe, North America, and the Asia Pacific due to the developing food and textile industries. This trend is likely to continue during the forecast period.

Most manufacturing Industries use membrane cell processes for the production of caustic soda, owing to the high concentration of the product recovered by the use of such methods. Caustic soda has primary applications in aluminum production, textiles, pulp & paper, organics, inorganic, dyes and inks, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, soaps and detergents, and others.

According to the geographical perspective, China, being the workshop of the world, is the major consumer and producer of sodium hydroxide. Presently, China has excess manufacturing capacity. The government and the major providers are thinking to curb excess in chlor-alkali production. In the coming years, China will remain dominant and will influence the global sodium hydroxide supply and demand. Although there are many producers in China, most of them are small & medium-sized producers, and they supply at low prices creating tough competition.

Global Sodium Hydroxide Market, By Type

In terms of type, the liquid segment will account for a comparatively higher share in the market with the highest growth rate than the solid form. This can be accredited to the fact that the liquid form is comparatively easier to store and handle than the solid-form of sodium hydroxide.

Global Sodium Hydroxide Market, By Application

Based on applications, the paper & pulp segment is likely to account for the highest demand in the global market, as sodium hydroxide has found various applications in the processing of paper and pulp. In addition, the demand for sodium hydroxide in the production of alumina and in the textile industry has seen growth in recent years. Sodium hydroxide is used in the refining of ores such as bauxite to generate alumina, and therefore, the growing demand for alumina for processing composites and plastics as a filler-material will boost the global sodium hydroxide market in the future.

Global Sodium Hydroxide Market, By Geography

In terms of geography, the Asia Pacific is projected to be the largest market for sodium hydroxide, owing to the growth of various industries that use sodium hydroxides, such as the paper & pulp market and the food processing industry. North America will have a substantial share in the global sodium hydroxide industry, as it is being used by a lot of research centers and also as a cleaning agent.

Key Developments in the Sodium Hydroxide Market:

• In December 2018, the board of directors of Gujarat Alkalies and Chemicals Ltd.(India) approved the advancement of their existing caustic soda plant of Dahej compound from 785 MTPD to 1200 MTPD.

Some Key Findings of the Global Sodium Hydroxide Market Report Include:

• Global market and submarket forecasts including the period of 2016 to 2028 with an accompanying analysis.
• Global market and submarket evaluation covering the period of 2016 to 2028 with a supplementary analysis.
• Regional market and submarket prediction covering the period of 2016 to 2028, with an accompanying analysis.
• Wide-ranging details and analysis of contracts, programs, and projects.
• Market dynamics scenario, along with various growth opportunities in the market in the upcoming years.
• Analysis of game-changing technological trends and how these will shape the industry.
• Explanation of political, regulatory, and technical factors.
• Competitive landscape involving the market share of major players, along with the new projects and strategies adopted by players in the past five years.
• Comprehensive company profiles covering product offerings, financial information, recent developments, SWOT analysis, and strategies employed by the major market players.
• Barriers to entry analysis for markets around the world.
• Profiles of leading companies operating within the sector with market share analysis.
• SWOT analysis of the market, together with the opportunities and threats.
• Market conclusions and recommendations.
• Major companies profiled in the global sodium hydroxide market include Gujarat Alkalies and Chemicals Ltd., PPG Industries, Xinjiang Zhongtai Chemical, Shaanxi Beiyuan, OxyChem, Dow Chemical Company, BASF SE, Asahi Kasei Chemicals, Hanwha Chemical Corporation, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., and Occidental Chemical Corporation.

Market Segmentation:

By Type:

• Liquid
• Solid

By Application:

• Food
• Paper & Pulp
• Pharmaceuticals & Medicine
• Textile
• Petroleum Products
• Chemical Processing
• Water Treatment
• Others

By Region:

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
  • South America
• Western Europe:
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Spain
  • Rest of Western Europe
• Eastern Europe:
  • Russia
  • Turkey
  • Rest of Eastern Europe
• The Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Middle East:
  • UAE
  • Qatar
  • Iran
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Rest of Middle East
• Africa
• Rest of the World