美国信息技术与创新基金会2024中国化工行业创新力研究报告英文版18页

itif.org How Innovative Is China in the Chemicals Industry? ROBERT D. ATKINSON | APRIL 2024 China is leading in chemical production, especially basic chemicals. And while it is currently lagging behind on innovation—especially in more complex fine chemicals—all signs suggest it will catch up with the global leaders within the next decade or two. KEY TAKEAWAYS  The chemicals industry is enormous and underpins most economic activity, potentially creating key vulnerabilities if production is dominated by allied adversaries.  China seeks to initially become self-sufficient in chemicals and to then lead the industry globally.  China is already the largest chemicals market in the world, giving Chinese producers a key advantage in their home market. In 2022, China accounted for 44 percent of global chemical production and 46 percent of capital investment.  Chinese chemical firms are strong in basic chemicals where innovation plays a lesser role, but are focusing on gaining global mark