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The global caustic soda market size attained a value of 83.99 Million Tons in 2024. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 2.30% between 2025 and 2034, reaching almost 105.43 Million Tons by 2034.
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Forecast Year
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Caustic Soda Market Outlook
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Global Caustic Soda Market Report Summary | Description | Value |
Base Year | Million Tons | 2024 |
Historical Period | Million Tons | 2018-2024 |
Forecast Period | Million Tons | 2025-2034 |
Market Size 2024 | Million Tons | 83.99 |
Market Size 2034 | Million Tons | 105.43 |
CAGR 2018-2024 | Percentage | XX% |
CAGR 2025-2034 | Percentage | 2.30% |
CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by Region | Asia Pacific | 2.7% |
CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by Country | India | 3.0% |
CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by Country | China | 2.5% |
CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by Production Process | Membrane Cell | 2.6% |
CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by Application | Pulp & Paper | 2.9% |
Market Share by Country 2024 | Japan | 4.2% |
The growth in the demand for alumina in the automotive industry led the global market to be higher by about 3% in 2016 from a year ago. Driven by increasing applications of aluminium in pulp and paper and transportation industries, the global caustic soda market is likely to register moderate growth at a CAGR of nearly 3% during the forecasted period of 2025-2034.
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The caustic soda market is expanding due to rising demand from various industries, a focus on sustainable and eco-friendly production, technological advancements in manufacturing, and the growth of the chemical and petrochemical sectors.
The global demand for caustic soda is increasing, driven by industries like textiles, automotive, agriculture, and personal care. It is widely used in soap making, water treatment, and cleaning agent production. With sectors such as food processing expanding, the caustic soda market is expected to see continued growth. In May 2024, DCM Shriram expanded its caustic soda capacity in Bharuch, Gujarat, to 2,225 TPD, positioning it as India’s largest plant, with an annual capacity of 1 million TPA, supporting India’s “Atmanirbhar Bharat” initiative and fostering long-term growth.
Sustainability is increasingly influencing the caustic soda market, with manufacturers prioritising eco-friendly production methods. This includes adopting energy-efficient technologies and recycling by-products to reduce environmental impact. The shift towards greener production processes aligns with global sustainability goals and consumer preferences for environmentally conscious products. In 2021, Vinnolit launched its "GreenVin" caustic soda, which reduced CO2 emissions by over 30%. This renewable energy-powered product aids customers in reducing their carbon footprint, demonstrating Vinnolit’s commitment to sustainability and contributing to the low-carbon economy.
Technological advancements, particularly in membrane cell technology, are enhancing the efficiency of caustic soda production. These innovations help reduce energy consumption, lower production costs, and improve product quality, making it easier to meet regulatory standards. As technology evolves, the caustic soda market is poised to benefit from cost savings and improved operational efficiency. In February 2024, INEOS Inovyn launched its Ultra Low Carbon (ULC) range of Chlor-Alkali products, aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of the manufacturing process, reinforcing the company's commitment to decarbonisation and supporting sustainable solutions for industries.
The chemical and petrochemical industries, major consumers of caustic soda, are expanding rapidly, particularly in emerging markets. Caustic soda is essential in various chemical processes, such as the production of chlorine, plastics, and detergents. As industrialisation continues in regions like Asia Pacific, demand for caustic soda is expected to rise. In February 2023, Covestro inaugurated a chlor-alkali plant in Spain to enhance its MDI production network. This expansion supports the growth of the chemicals sector in Europe and strengthens Covestro's position in the global market, ensuring a steady demand for caustic soda.
Caustic soda or sodium hydroxide is an odourless, highly corrosive, non-flammable white solid which can also be used as an esterification and transesterification reagent and cleaning agent. It is widely consumed in chemical pulping involving sulphite, sulphate, and soda, among others.
Based on production process, the industry can be categorised into:
On the basis of application, the industry has been segmented into:
Market Breakup by Region:
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CAGR 2025-2034 - Market by | Country |
India | 3.0% |
China | 2.5% |
UK | 2.1% |
USA | 2.1% |
France | 1.8% |
Canada | XX% |
Germany | XX% |
Italy | XX% |
Japan | 1.6% |
Australia | XX% |
Saudi Arabia | XX% |
Brazil | XX% |
Mexico | XX% |
The pulp and paper segment dominates the demand for caustic soda in the market. The pulp and paper, the organic chemicals and inorganic chemicals industries contribute a major share of more than half of the overall demand for caustic soda and are anticipated to dominate during the forecasted period of 2025-2034.
These major industries are followed by the soaps, detergents, textiles, alumina production, water treatment chemicals, and other industries.
The market for caustic soda has so far been led by APAC followed by North America and Europe. High demand in chemical pulping, waste and recycled water treatment, bleaching, and synthesis of other chemicals in many countries has escalated the demand for caustic soda exponentially with EU imports as of 2017 surging by about 1.3% as compared to the previous year.
In 2017, prices surged by about 40-45% globally due to supply constraints as China being the largest producer faced production restrictions. The prices, however, started to stabilise in 2018. China’s exports have reduced significantly in the past five years due to greater domestic demands amidst supply issues.
The caustic soda market key players produce specialty chemicals and advanced materials, offering a diverse range of products across industries such as coatings, adhesives, and high-performance polymers. These companies operate globally, focusing on sustainability and developing solutions to address climate change and environmental challenges. Key product areas include fluorochemicals, engineering plastics, and coatings resins, with a strong emphasis on innovation and sustainable practices.
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Other key players in the caustic soda market report are SABIC, and Kemira Oyj among others.
*While we strive to always give you current and accurate information, the numbers depicted on the website are indicative and may differ from the actual numbers in the main report. At Expert Market Research, we aim to bring you the latest insights and trends in the market. Using our analyses and forecasts, stakeholders can understand the market dynamics, navigate challenges, and capitalize on opportunities to make data-driven strategic decisions.*
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In 2024, the global caustic soda market attained a volume of about 83.99 Million Tons.
The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 2.30% between 2025 and 2034.
The industry is primarily being driven by the application of caustic soda in various industries.
The industry is expected to be propelled by the growing utilisation of chemical pulping, the growing demand for caustic soda in water treatment, and increasing production of alumina.
The major regions in the industry are North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and the Asia Pacific.
The various types of production processes of caustic soda are membrane cell and diaphragm cell, among others.
The major applications of caustic soda in the market are pulp and paper, organic chemical, inorganic chemical, soap and detergent, alumina, water treatment, and textile, among others.
The major players in the industry are Arkema Group Co., Occidental Petroleum Corporation, Covestro AG (Formerly Bayer MaterialScience AG), The Dow Chemical Company, Kemira Oyj, SABIC, Others.
The market is estimated to witness healthy growth in the forecast period of 2025-2034 to reach a volume of around 105.43 Million Tons by 2034.
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Forecast Period | 2025-2034 |
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