Chlorine chemistry

Chlorine and caustic soda (2000)

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This publication highlights the key contributions of chlorine to the post-World War II boom in EU living standards, which is often underestimated. Today, chlorine and caustic soda, which are produced simultaneously in the same chemical reaction, are key raw materials for chemical, pharmaceutical and crop protection industries.

The figures need to be updated, but the facts and the benifits of chlorine based chemistry to modern society are stil valid for 100%. Updated figures are provided in the 2009 Key Facts Card that we will add to your order.

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