The production of organic basic chemicals involves breaking up long-chain hydrocarbons such as crude oil or natural gas into short-chain hydrocarbons using a process called cracking. Key product groups include gum and wood products, and organic acids and industrial alcohols such as ethanol and methanol. The production of plastics and synthetic rubber is not included in the industry.Unstable: Fluctuating Oil and Gas Prices Have Contributed to Revenue Volatility
Report Scope
This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.
Table of Contents
ABOUT THIS INDUSTRY- Industry Definition
- Main Activities
- Similar Industries
- Additional Resources
INDUSTRY AT A GLANCE
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
- Executive Summary
- Key External Drivers
- Current Performance
- Industry Outlook
- Industry Life Cycle
PRODUCTS & MARKETS
- Supply Chain
- Products & Services
- Demand Determinants
- Major Markets
- International Trade
- Business Locations
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
- Market Share Concentration
- Key Success Factors
- Cost Structure Benchmarks
- Basis of Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Industry Globalization
MAJOR COMPANIES
OPERATING CONDITIONS
- Capital Intensity
- Technology & Systems
- Revenue Volatility
- Regulation & Policy
- Industry Assistance
KEY STATISTICS
- Industry Data
- Annual Change
- Key Ratios
JARGON & GLOSSARY
Companies Mentioned (Partial List)
A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:
- Versalis SpA
- Sabic Italia SLolynt SpA
- BASF Italia SpA
Methodology
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