Indonesia’s chemical industry is projected to grow moderately in 2025, supported by strategic investments, resilient export performance, and targeted government policies. Major upstream projects—such as PT Lotte Chemical Indonesia’s new Cilegon plant and Chandra Asri’s Chlor Alkali–Ethylene Dichloride facility—are expected to enhance domestic production capacity and reduce reliance on imports. The combined chemical, pharmaceutical, and textile sectors grew 5.8% in 2024 and are forecast to expand by 6.5% in 2025, driven by rising demand for specialty chemicals and industrial intermediates. Despite a slight decline in chemical exports and imports since 2022, the sector maintains a trade surplus, underscoring the importance of strengthening upstream capabilities to buffer against global market volatility. Challenges persist, including regulatory complexity, environmental compliance, and uneven infrastructure distribution, which can hinder efficiency and investor confidence. Nonetheless, opportunities remain strong in high-value segments such as polymers, perfumes, and specialty chemicals, which accounted for over 17% of total chemical exports in 2024. Continued investment in production facilities, coupled with policy support and infrastructure development, will be critical to sustaining competitiveness. With a focus on reducing import dependency and expanding export potential, Indonesia’s chemical industry is well-positioned to contribute to national economic growth and reinforce its role in regional supply chains.Source: https://business-indonesia.org/news/indonesia-s-chemical-industry-set-for-moderate-growth-in-2025 (ICE GIACARTA)

Fonte notizia: Business-indonesia.org, 15 September 2025