Hypochlorites, chlorates and perchlorates market in Finland

Earlier Report Observations

The Finnish market for hypochlorites, chlorates and perchlorates has been shaped by stringent EU regulations, particularly the Drinking Water Directive which limits chlorate residues. This directive, along with the promotion of local electrolysis production technology, has driven quality improvements and reduced transportation risks, supporting domestic output. Kemira Oyj has been a central player, guiding safety and handling practices across the industry.

The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the disinfectant properties of sodium hypochlorite, boosting its use in healthcare and public spaces according to WHO recommendations. Concurrently, growing environmental awareness and safety demands influenced packaging, labeling, and usage guidelines, steering the market toward safer and more sustainable solutions.

After reaching 256.8 thousand tons in 2022, production dipped slightly to 247.0 thousand tons in 2023 before surging to 327.3 thousand tons in 2024. Market size followed a similar pattern, contracting to 241.6 thousand tons in 2023 and then expanding to 322.2 thousand tons in 2024. In value terms, the market grew substantially from $93.6 million in 2022 to $230.6 million in 2024, reflecting higher unit values or a shift toward more valuable products.

Exports hypochlorites, chlorates and perchlorates from Finland

Exports in kind, t

Market performance showed noticeable fluctuations during this period. Exports reached their lowest point in 2019 at just 4 tons, then surged dramatically to a peak of 19,102 tons in 2020. This represents an extraordinary increase of 504,489.5% year-over-year, with a 5,046-fold fluctuation between the two years. The largest decline occurred in 2019, when exports fell by 100.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Finland in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Russia dominated Finland's exports in kind, accounting for 74.6% of total flows. All other markets combined made up the remaining share.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Finland in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, K $ US

Finland's cross-border shipments of hypochlorites, chlorates, and perchlorates increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, exports reached $3,223 thousand, marking a slight rise of 2.2% compared to 2019. Over the entire 2017-2020 period, exports grew by 15.2%, which translates to an annualized growth rate of 4.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Finland in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

From 2017 to 2020, Russia, Sweden, and Norway formed the core of Finland's exports in value terms. Russia accounted for 52.4% of exports, Sweden for 26.5%, and Norway for 11.9%. Together, these three countries represented 90.9% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Finland in value, 2017-2020

Imports hypochlorites, chlorates and perchlorates to Finland

Imports in kind, t

Market performance showed noticeable fluctuations during this period. Imports hit their maximum in 2017, then fell to their lowest point in 2019 at 112 tons—a gap of 13.5 times between these years. In 2020, imports rebounded to 1,402 tons, showing a substantial increase of 1,150.9% compared to 2019. The largest decline occurred in 2019, when imports fell by 92.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Finland in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Denmark, Italy, and Sweden were the principal suppliers of hypochlorites, chlorates, and perchlorates to Finland in kind. Denmark accounted for 56.1% of imports, Italy for 16.8%, and Sweden for 16.0%. Together, these three countries represented 88.9% of total imports in kind.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Finland in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, K $ US

After a two-year decline, Finland's imports of hypochlorites, chlorates, and perchlorates from abroad increased in 2020. Imports reached $1,634 thousand, up by 9.2% compared to the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, however, imports decreased by 18.5%, with a compound annual growth rate of -6.6%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at $1,496 thousand, and the largest decline occurred in 2018, when imports fell by 13.6%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Finland in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

From 2017 to 2020, Denmark, Sweden, and Italy were the principal destinations for Finland's imports in value terms. Denmark accounted for 35.1% of imports, Sweden for 18.7%, and Italy for 14.1%. Together, these three countries represented 67.9% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Finland in value, 2017-2020