Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Germany compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Germany
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#3 In EuropeBusiness
#13 In EuropeEmployees
#3 In EuropeWages
#2 In EuropeThe Basic Chemical Manufacturing in Germany ranks 3rd in Europe with regards to its 2024 revenue (€21.6bn). Revenue received by operators in Germany has been moderate in volatility over the past five-year period, with the average annual change in revenue (4.5 %) most comparable to...
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Revenue per Enterprise
Value (€ Million) in 2024
Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Basic Chemical Manufacturing industry in Germany in 2024?
The market size of the Basic Chemical Manufacturing industry in Germany is €21.6bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Basic Chemical Manufacturing in Germany industry in 2024?
There are 129 businesses in the Basic Chemical Manufacturing industry in Germany, which has grown at a CAGR of 0.3 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Basic Chemical Manufacturing industry in Germany grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Basic Chemical Manufacturing industry in Germany has been growing at a CAGR of 4.5 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Basic Chemical Manufacturing industry in Germany over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Basic Chemical Manufacturing industry in Germany is expected to decline.
What are the biggest companies in the Basic Chemical Manufacturing market in Germany?
The biggest companies operating in the Basic Chemical Manufacturing market in Germany are Versalis SpA, Solvay SA and Wacker Chemie AG
What does the Basic Chemical Manufacturing in Germany include?
Liquefied or compressed inorganic industrial or medical gases and Dyes and pigments are part of the Basic Chemical Manufacturing industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Basic Chemical Manufacturing in Germany?
The company holding the most market share in Germany is Versalis SpA.
How competitive is the Basic Chemical Manufacturing industry in Germany?
The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Basic Chemical Manufacturing industry in Germany.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
- Other Chemical Product Manufacturing in Germany
Complementors
- Petroleum Refining in Germany
- Primary Form Plastic & Synthetic Rubber Manufacturing in Germany
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry manufacture basic chemical products, fertilisers and associated nitrogen compounds, as well as plastics and synthetic rubber in primary forms. They also produce liquefied or compressed gases, dyes and pigments, chemical elements, inorganic acids and compounds, organic compounds and distilled water.
What's included in this industry?
Liquefied or compressed inorganic industrial or medical gasesDyes and pigmentsChemical elementsInorganic acids, bases and compoundsOrganic chemicalsIndustry Code
2011 - Manufacture of basic chemicals in Germany
Performance
Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue CAGR
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Basic Chemical Manufacturing in Germany
- Employees in the Basic Chemical Manufacturing in Germany
- Business in the Basic Chemical Manufacturing in Germany
- Profit in the Basic Chemical Manufacturing in Germany
Current Performance
Analysis
How does this country's performance compare to Europe?
Life Cycle
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
International Trade
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
ANALYSIS
What is the competitive landscape in Europe?
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Strict laws govern chemical use. Stringent requirements are placed on chemical production, use and disposal, with the aim of driving innovation towards more sustainable products.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Basic Chemical Manufacturing in Germany industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Competition and high operating costs constrain profit. Price competition (both internally and from low-cost imports from China) puts significant strain on chemical manufacturers’ returns, while sky-high energy bills add to operating costs.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Basic Chemical Manufacturing in Germany industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
Methodology
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