Caustic soda demand driven by alumina and pulp sectors
The alumina and pulp and paper sectors are the main consumers of caustic soda.
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Market Desk
Key consumers. Caustic soda is a core reagent in alumina refining, pulp and paper, textiles, soap and water treatment. Alumina output is typically the largest single demand driver in China.
Outlook drivers. Alumina operating rates, export-oriented textile demand and seasonal water-treatment consumption all feed into the quarterly demand balance.