Chloromethane Market Report 2026

The chloromethane market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.22 billion in 2025 to $4.52 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of chemical manufacturing industries, growth in silicone production, rising use of industrial solvents, availability of chloromethane production infrastructure, increasing demand from pharmaceutical synthesis.

The chloromethane market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $5.81 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for specialty chemicals, expansion of silicone-based product manufacturing, rising investments in controlled refrigerants, growing focus on chemical process optimization, increasing adoption in advanced industrial applications. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing use of chloromethane as chemical intermediate, rising demand in silicone polymer production, growing application in refrigeration systems, expansion of industrial solvent usage, enhanced focus on controlled handling and storage.

The expanding chemical production sector is expected to drive the growth of the chloromethane market. Chemical production involves manufacturing chemicals for applications across agriculture, pharmaceuticals, construction, and manufacturing. Chloromethane is utilized in producing adhesives, sealants, silicones, agricultural chemicals, plastics, and rubber products, as well as serving as a chemical intermediate for derivatives such as chloroform, methylene chloride, and carbon tetrachloride. For instance, in February 2023, BASF SE, a Germany-based chemical company, reported that global chemical production (excluding pharmaceuticals) is projected to grow by 2% in 2023. Therefore, increasing chemical production is supporting the growth of the chloromethane market.

Leading companies in the chloromethane market are focusing on sustainability-driven product innovations, such as ISCC PLUS-certified chloromethanes, to enhance supply chain transparency, support circular production practices, and meet evolving regulatory and customer demands. ISCC PLUS certification ensures materials are produced from sustainable, renewable, or recycled feedstocks under strict traceability and environmental standards. For example, in July 2025, Nobian, a Netherlands-based chemical manufacturer, became the first company in Europe to offer a full portfolio of ISCC PLUS-certified chloromethanes. This launch enables customers in the pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and electronics sectors to access more sustainable chloromethane options, supporting their transition to low-carbon and responsibly sourced chemical inputs.

In January 2023, Nouryon, a Netherlands-based specialty chemicals company, acquired ADOB for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to strengthen Nouryon's crop nutrition portfolio and expand its offerings in chelated micronutrients and specialty agricultural solutions. ADOB is a Poland-based company that specializes in chloromethane production.

Major companies operating in the chloromethane market are Dow Inc., Asahi Glass Co. Ltd., Gujarat Alkalies & Chemicals Ltd., Solvay SA, Occidental Chemical Corporation, Ineos Group Holdings SA, Kem One SAS, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd., Tokuyama Corporation, AGC Chemicals Ltd., Nouryon BV, Sanmar Group, SRF Limited, BASF SE, The Chemours Company, Ercros S.A., China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation, Jiangsu Yangnong Chemical Group Co. Ltd., Celanese Corporation, Alkyl Amines Chemicals Limited, Puyang Shenghuade Chemical Co. Ltd., Shandong Dongyue Chemical Co.Ltd., Shandong Taihe Technologies Co. Ltd., Shandong Xinlong Group Co.Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the chloromethane market in 2025, and is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the chloromethane market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the chloromethane market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The chloromethane market consists of sales of reagents, extractants, propellants, and solvents. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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