Feb 11, 2026
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This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the United States dichloromethane (methylene chloride) market. It details that consumption in 2024 was estimated at 113K tons, valued at $67M, following a relatively flat trend. Domestic production contracted to 122K tons ($71M), showing a noticeable decrease from its 2014 peak. The US is a net exporter, with 20K tons shipped primarily to Canada, Mexico, and Turkey, while imports of 12K tons come mainly from Germany. The market forecast from 2024 to 2035 projects modest growth, with an anticipated CAGR of +1.7% in volume (reaching 137K tons) and +2.0% in value (reaching $83M), driven by rising domestic demand.
Key Findings
US dichloromethane market is forecast for modest growth, with volume projected to reach 137K tons by 2035 at a +1.7% CAGR and value to hit $83M at a +2.0% CAGRDomestic consumption was flat at 113K tons in 2024, while production contracted to 122K tons, down significantly from its 2014 peakThe United States is a net exporter, shipping 20K tons in 2024, with Canada, Mexico, and Turkey as key destinationsImports surged 21% to 12K tons in 2024, dominated by Germany which supplied 76% of the total import volumeSignificant price disparities exist in trade, with import prices from the UK exceeding $5,000/ton while exports to Canada averaged just $282/tonMarket Forecast
Driven by rising demand for dichloromethane in the United States, the market is expected to start an upward consumption trend over the next decade. The performance of the market is forecast to increase slightly, with an anticipated CAGR of +1.7% for the period from 2024 to 2035, which is projected to bring the market volume to 137K tons by the end of 2035.
In value terms, the market is forecast to increase with an anticipated CAGR of +2.0% for the period from 2024 to 2035, which is projected to bring the market value to $83M (in nominal wholesale prices) by the end of 2035.
ConsumptionUnited States’s Consumption of Dichloromethane (Methylene Chloride)
In 2024, consumption of dichloromethane (methylene chloride) in the United States was estimated at 113K tons, flattening at the previous year’s figure. In general, consumption, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 when the consumption volume increased by 1.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption reached the maximum volume at 115K tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2024, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
The size of the dichloromethane market in the United States fell to $67M in 2024, shrinking by -4.3% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers’ margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $85M in 2022; however, from 2023 to 2024, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
ProductionUnited States’s Production of Dichloromethane (Methylene Chloride)
In 2024, production of dichloromethane (methylene chloride) in the United States contracted to 122K tons, leveling off at the previous year’s figure. Overall, production recorded a noticeable setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2022 when the production volume increased by 7.8%. Dichloromethane production peaked at 162K tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2024, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, dichloromethane production reduced to $71M in 2024. In general, production recorded a perceptible decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2022 with an increase of 22% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $111M. From 2023 to 2024, production growth failed to regain momentum.
ImportsUnited States’s Imports of Dichloromethane (Methylene Chloride)
In 2024, imports of dichloromethane (methylene chloride) into the United States surged to 12K tons, picking up by 21% against the year before. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 32%. Imports peaked at 14K tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2024, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, dichloromethane imports contracted modestly to $8.7M in 2024. In general, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 31%. Imports peaked at $8.9M in 2023, and then declined in the following year.
Imports By Country
In 2024, Germany (9K tons) constituted the largest supplier of dichloromethane to the United States, accounting for a 76% share of total imports. Moreover, dichloromethane imports from Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (1.1K tons), ninefold. India (987 tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with an 8.3% share.
From 2013 to 2024, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Germany amounted to +63.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (-2.8% per year) and India (+107.4% per year).
In value terms, Germany ($6.7M) constituted the largest supplier of dichloromethane (methylene chloride) to the United States, comprising 77% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($562K), with a 6.5% share of total imports. It was followed by China, with a 6.1% share.
From 2013 to 2024, the average annual growth rate of value from Germany amounted to +52.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (+66.3% per year) and China (-5.9% per year).
Import Prices By Country
The average dichloromethane import price stood at $730 per ton in 2024, which is down by -19.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 an increase of 58% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $921 per ton. From 2023 to 2024, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2024, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($5,143 per ton), while the price for China ($503 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+20.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
ExportsUnited States’s Exports of Dichloromethane (Methylene Chloride)
Dichloromethane exports from the United States rose modestly to 20K tons in 2024, with an increase of 4.1% on 2023 figures. Overall, exports, however, showed a abrupt contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 20%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 60K tons. From 2015 to 2024, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, dichloromethane exports declined modestly to $12M in 2024. In general, exports, however, showed a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 with an increase of 31% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $35M in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2024, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports By Country
Canada (9.8K tons) was the main destination for dichloromethane exports from the United States, with a 48% share of total exports. Moreover, dichloromethane exports to Canada exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Mexico (4.2K tons), twofold. Turkey (3.8K tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with an 18% share.
From 2013 to 2024, the average annual growth rate of volume to Canada totaled +12.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Mexico (-9.8% per year) and Turkey (+11.6% per year).
In value terms, Mexico ($4.4M), Canada ($2.7M) and Turkey ($1.4M) were the largest markets for dichloromethane exported from the United States worldwide, together accounting for 74% of total exports.
Among the main countries of destination, Turkey, with a CAGR of +6.0%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.
Export Prices By Country
In 2024, the average dichloromethane export price amounted to $570 per ton, waning by -8.1% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by 37%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $815 per ton in 2022; however, from 2023 to 2024, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2024, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Korea ($4,418 per ton), while the average price for exports to Canada ($282 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to South Korea (+22.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform
This report provides a comprehensive view of the dichloromethane industry in the United States, tracking demand, supply, and trade flows across the national value chain. It explains how demand across key channels and end-use segments shapes consumption patterns, while also mapping the role of input availability, production efficiency, and regulatory standards on supply.
Beyond headline metrics, the study benchmarks prices, margins, and trade routes so you can see where value is created and how it moves between domestic suppliers and international partners. The analysis is designed to support strategic planning, market entry, portfolio prioritization, and risk management in the dichloromethane landscape in the United States.
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Key findings
Domestic demand is shaped by both household and industrial usage, with trade flows linking local supply to imports and exports.
Pricing dynamics reflect unit values, freight costs, exchange rates, and regulatory shifts that affect sourcing decisions.
Supply depends on input availability and production efficiency, creating a distinct national cost curve.
Market concentration varies by segment, creating different competitive landscapes and entry barriers.
The 2035 outlook highlights where capacity investment and demand growth are most aligned within the country.
Report scope
The report combines market sizing with trade intelligence and price analytics for the United States. It covers both historical performance and the forward outlook to 2035, allowing you to compare cycles, structural shifts, and policy impacts.
Market size and growth in value and volume terms
Consumption structure by end-use segments
Production capacity, output, and cost dynamics
Trade flows, exporters, importers, and balances
Price benchmarks, unit values, and margin signals
Competitive context and market entry conditions
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This report provides a consistent view of market size, trade balance, prices, and per-capita indicators for the United States. The profile highlights demand structure and trade position, enabling benchmarking against regional and global peers.
Methodology
The analysis is built on a multi-source framework that combines official statistics, trade records, company disclosures, and expert validation. Data are standardized, reconciled, and cross-checked to ensure consistency across time series.
International trade data (exports, imports, and mirror statistics)
National production and consumption statistics
Company-level information from financial filings and public releases
Price series and unit value benchmarks
Analyst review, outlier checks, and time-series validation
All data are normalized to a common product definition and mapped to a consistent set of codes. This ensures that comparisons across time are aligned and actionable.
Forecasts to 2035
The forecast horizon extends to 2035 and is based on a structured model that links dichloromethane demand and supply to macroeconomic indicators, trade patterns, and sector-specific drivers. The model captures both cyclical and structural factors and reflects known policy and technology shifts in the United States.
Historical baseline: 2012-2025
Forecast horizon: 2026-2035
Scenario-based sensitivity to income growth, substitution, and regulation
Capacity and investment outlook for major producing companies
Each projection is built from national historical patterns and the broader regional context, allowing the report to show where growth is concentrated and where risks are elevated.
Price analysis and trade dynamics
Prices are analyzed in detail, including export and import unit values, regional spreads, and changes in trade costs. The report highlights how seasonality, freight rates, exchange rates, and supply disruptions influence pricing and margins.
Price benchmarks by country and sub-region
Export and import unit value trends
Seasonality and calendar effects in trade flows
Price outlook to 2035 under baseline assumptions
Profiles of market participants
Key producers, exporters, and distributors are profiled with a focus on their operational scale, geographic footprint, product mix, and market positioning. This helps identify competitive pressure points, partnership opportunities, and routes to differentiation.
Business focus and production capabilities
Geographic reach and distribution networks
Cost structure and pricing strategy indicators
Compliance, certification, and sustainability context
How to use this report
Quantify domestic demand and identify the most attractive segments
Evaluate export opportunities and prioritize target destinations
Track price dynamics and protect margins
Benchmark performance against leading competitors
Build evidence-based forecasts for investment decisions
This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, wholesalers, investors, and advisors who need a clear, data-driven picture of dichloromethane dynamics in the United States.
FAQ
What is included in the dichloromethane market in the United States?
The market size aggregates consumption and trade data, presented in both value and volume terms.
How are the forecasts to 2035 built?
The projections combine historical trends with macroeconomic indicators, trade dynamics, and sector-specific drivers.
Does the report cover prices and margins?
Yes, it includes export and import unit values, regional spreads, and a pricing outlook to 2035.
Which benchmarks are included?
The report benchmarks market size, trade balance, prices, and per-capita indicators for the United States.
Can this report support market entry decisions?
Yes, it highlights demand hotspots, trade routes, pricing trends, and competitive context.