
China has consistently
shown
economic growth in the 8%-13% range for the past 10 years. Foreign investment for new chemical
plants has escalated since 2000. Major investors include Bayer, Henkel, BASF, Dow, DuPont and Rohm
and Haas.
This report describes the
driving forces and trends that will make further growth possible and
sustainable.
The adhesive and sealant industry has consistently shown growth in the 6-10% range. This is the
highest rate for any significant country. Some sub-segments have been as high as 20%.
The total
size of the Chinese adhesive industry has now surpassed that of Japan making it the largest in
the region and globally second only to the United States.
These developments have happened only in the past 5 years! The outlook for the next 3 years show
equally exciting results. The impact of the 2008 Olympics and the expansion of China's industrial
markets and infrastructure needs make this current insightful report
a must for planning strategies
of market entry or expansion.