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Synopsis
The global market for Chloromethanes (Methane Chlorides) was estimated to be worth US$ 1462 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 1737 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 2.5% during the forecast period 2025-2031.
Chloromethanes (methane chlorides) refer to a series of compounds formed by the substitution of hydrogen atoms in a methane molecule with chlorine atoms, including methyl chloride (CH₃Cl), methylene chloride (CH₂Cl₂), chloroform (CHCl₃), and carbon tetrachloride (CCl₄).These compounds have widespread applications in industry and laboratories:methyl chloride is primarily used as a methylating agent and refrigerant;methylene chloride serves as a solvent, degreasing agent, and extraction agent;chloroform is utilized as an anesthetic and solvent;and carbon tetrachloride is employed in fire extinguishers and organic synthesis.Additionally, chloromethanes are important raw materials in the production of pharmaceuticals, pesticides, silicones, and organofluorine products.
The chloromethanes (methane chlorides) market remains relatively stable, primarily driven by demand from the chemical, refrigerant, pharmaceutical, and silane industries. Traditional applications include use as intermediates in organic synthesis, production of silane coupling agents, and solvents or propellants in certain industries. However, stricter global environmental regulations are limiting the use of some chloromethanes, particularly in foaming agents and certain refrigerants. Additionally, regional supply chain adjustments are reshaping the industry landscape, with Asia—especially China—becoming the key global production and consumption hub, while growth in Europe and North America is slowing due to regulatory and cost pressures. The future growth of the chloromethanes market will be mainly driven by advancements in green chemical technologies and rising demand for new materials in downstream industries. Firstly, environmental regulations are pushing companies to develop low-pollution, energy-efficient production processes that minimize byproducts and carbon emissions while improving product purity. Secondly, with the rapid expansion of the semiconductor, electronics, and new energy sectors, the demand for silicon-containing materials is increasing, which supports the demand for chloromethanes as precursor substances. Furthermore, chloromethanes remain essential intermediates in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis, ensuring continued growth in these areas. However, products heavily dependent on traditional industrial applications face growing substitution pressures. Key market drivers include the increasing demand for high-end chemical raw materials from emerging industries such as photovoltaics, electronic packaging, and pharmaceuticals. Additionally, accelerating industrialization in Asia, particularly in China and India, provides further opportunities for production and consumption growth. However, challenges include tightening environmental regulations, substitution by more sustainable or efficient alternatives, and cost pressures due to fluctuations in raw material and energy prices. Moreover, global supply chain instability could impact the security of chloromethanes supply, prompting companies to adjust their geographic footprint and production technologies accordingly.
This report aims to provide a comprehensive presentation of the global market for Chloromethanes (Methane Chlorides), focusing on the total sales volume, sales revenue, price, key companies market share and ranking, together with an analysis of Chloromethanes (Methane Chlorides) by region & country, by Type, and by Application.
The Chloromethanes (Methane Chlorides) market size, estimations, and forecasts are provided in terms of sales volume (Kilotons) and sales revenue ($ millions), considering 2024 as the base year, with history and forecast data for the period from 2020 to 2031. With both quantitative and qualitative analysis, to help readers develop business/growth strategies, assess the market competitive situation, analyze their position in the current marketplace, and make informed business decisions regarding Chloromethanes (Methane Chlorides).
Market Segmentation
By Company
INEOS Inovyn
Olin Corporation
OxyChem
Nobian
KEM ONE
AGC Chemicals
Tokuyama
Shin-Etsu Chemical
Gujarat Alkalies and Chemicals
SRF
Jinling Group
Juhua Chemical
LUXI Chemical
Dongyue
Jiangsu Meilan Chemical Co.
Lee & Man Chemical Company
Shandong Lubei Chemical
Segment by Type
Monochloromethane
Dichloromethane
Trichloromethane
Tetrachloromethane
Segment by Application
Refrigerant
Thinner
Adhesive
Foaming Agent
Pharmaceutical
Other
By Region
North America
United States
Canada
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
South Korea
Southeast Asia
India
Australia
Rest of Asia-Pacific
Europe
Germany
France
U.K.
Italy
Netherlands
Nordic Countries
Rest of Europe
Latin America
Mexico
Brazil
Rest of Latin America
Middle East & Africa
Turkey
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Rest of MEA
Chapter Outline
Chapter 1: Introduces the report scope of the report, global total market size (value, volume and price). This chapter also provides the market dynamics, latest developments of the market, the driving factors and restrictive factors of the market, the challenges and risks faced by manufacturers in the industry, and the analysis of relevant policies in the industry.
Chapter 2: Detailed analysis of Chloromethanes (Methane Chlorides) manufacturers competitive landscape, price, sales and revenue market share, latest development plan, merger, and acquisition information, etc.
Chapter 3: Provides the analysis of various market segments by Type, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different market segments.
Chapter 4: Provides the analysis of various market segments by Application, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different downstream markets.
Chapter 5: Sales, revenue of Chloromethanes (Methane Chlorides) in regional level. It provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region and introduces the market development, future development prospects, market space, and market size of each country in the world.
Chapter 6: Sales, revenue of Chloromethanes (Methane Chlorides) in country level. It provides sigmate data by Type, and by Application for each country/region.
Chapter 7: Provides profiles of key players, introducing the basic situation of the main companies in the market in detail, including product sales, revenue, price, gross margin, product introduction, recent development, etc.
Chapter 8: Analysis of industrial chain, including the upstream and downstream of the industry.
Chapter 9: Conclusion.

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