Chlorine value chain: Epichlorohydrin

Matthew Chong

01-May-2015

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■ About 90% of epichlorohydrin (ECH) output goes into the manufacture of epoxy resins as well as specialty resins for water and paper treatment and ion exchange

■ In Europe, renewable feedstock glycerine is seen as a possible propylene replacement. Prices influenced by propylene

■ Demand for epoxy resins influences ECH demand. End uses of epoxy resins include coatings, paint and adhesives as well as applications in electronics

■ In China, domestic prices may come down as several local plants resumed operations in January post turnarounds

■ Possible supply increases from the start-up of small Chinese glycerine-based plants that have been sitting idle is expected to put a lid on prices

■ China spot import prices are likely to remain stable as Asian producers, especially propylene-based ones, have just returned to profitability after two years

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