Product Code: ETC191280 | Publication Date: May 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 40 | No. of Tables: 7 |
The South Africa Chlorine Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. Beginning strongly at -0.02% in 2025, growth softens to -0.03% in 2029.
Chlorine is a key chemical in South Africa used for water treatment, sanitation, and chemical production. Market dynamics include municipal water management projects, industrial applications, and environmental regulations governing chlorine use.
Chlorine`s market growth is supported by its applications in water purification, chemical synthesis, and sanitation products. Increasing awareness of clean water and hygiene drives demand across municipal and industrial sectors.
Challenges in the chlorine market include environmental regulations for chlorine gas handling, safety protocols for storage and transport, and market demand fluctuations for chlorinated chemicals. Market participants must promote chlorine alternatives such as sodium hypochlorite and calcium hypochlorite, invest in chlorine production efficiency, and collaborate with wastewater treatment and disinfection sectors to ensure safe and sustainable chlorine usage in South Africa`s public health and industrial applications amidst regulatory scrutiny and technological advancements.
In South Africa, government policies concerning the Chlorine market emphasize chemical safety, water treatment standards, and environmental sustainability. Regulations support chlorine use in disinfection processes, water quality monitoring, and compliance with health and safety guidelines to ensure public health protection and environmental stewardship.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 South Africa Chlorine Market Overview |
3.1 South Africa Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 South Africa Chlorine Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 South Africa Chlorine Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 South Africa Chlorine Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 South Africa Chlorine Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 South Africa Chlorine Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-user Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
4 South Africa Chlorine Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for chlorine in water treatment and sanitation industries due to growing population and urbanization. |
4.2.2 Expansion of chemical and manufacturing industries in South Africa, leading to higher demand for chlorine as a raw material. |
4.2.3 Government regulations promoting the use of chlorine for disinfection purposes in various sectors. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials used in chlorine production impacting the overall cost of production. |
4.3.2 Environmental concerns and regulations regarding the use and disposal of chlorine, leading to potential restrictions. |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative disinfection methods and products affecting the market growth of chlorine. |
5 South Africa Chlorine Market Trends |
6 South Africa Chlorine Market, By Types |
6.1 South Africa Chlorine Market, By Application |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 South Africa Chlorine Market Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 South Africa Chlorine Market Revenues & Volume, By EDC/PVC, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 South Africa Chlorine Market Revenues & Volume, By Isocyanates and Oxygenates, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 South Africa Chlorine Market Revenues & Volume, By Chloromethanes, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 South Africa Chlorine Market Revenues & Volume, By Solvents and Epichlorohydrin, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 South Africa Chlorine Market Revenues & Volume, By Inorganic Chemicals, 2021-2031F |
6.1.8 South Africa Chlorine Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Applications, 2021-2031F |
6.2 South Africa Chlorine Market, By End-user Industry |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 South Africa Chlorine Market Revenues & Volume, By Water Treatment, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 South Africa Chlorine Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 South Africa Chlorine Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemicals, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 South Africa Chlorine Market Revenues & Volume, By Paper and Pulp, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 South Africa Chlorine Market Revenues & Volume, By Plastic, 2021-2031F |
6.2.7 South Africa Chlorine Market Revenues & Volume, By Pesticides, 2021-2031F |
7 South Africa Chlorine Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 South Africa Chlorine Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 South Africa Chlorine Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 South Africa Chlorine Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of new water treatment plants or facilities utilizing chlorine in South Africa. |
8.2 Percentage of increase in chlorine consumption by the manufacturing sector year-on-year. |
8.3 Compliance rate of South African industries with government regulations related to chlorine usage and disposal. |
9 South Africa Chlorine Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 South Africa Chlorine Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 South Africa Chlorine Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-user Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
10 South Africa Chlorine Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 South Africa Chlorine Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 South Africa Chlorine Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |