Chemicals

Top Categories of Chemical Industries Commodity, basic chemicals and specialty chemicals are the two primary categories into which the chemical industry may be broken down. In the case of commodity chemicals, multiple different manufacturers all produce essentially the same final product. The business world can be broken down in a variety of other ways as well. 1. Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Industry Pharmaceutical companies that specialize in generic drugs create both prescription and over-the-counter medications for the purpose of curing or preventing disease in people and animals. 2. Dye & Pigment Manufacturing Industry Except for the electrostatic and photographic industries, this industry produces synthetic both organic and inorganic pigments and dyes like lakes and toners. Lead, zinc-based pigments, chrome, Color, and metallic as well as direct dyes, vat, and disperse, are all products of this sector. 3. Soap & Cleaning Compound Manufacturing Industry Products in this sector are used for personal hygiene, surface sanitation, and the cleaning of clothing, linens, and home furnishings. Producers of synthetic glycerin, industrial bleaches, and shampoos are not included in this sector. 4. Pesticide Manufacturing Industry Chemicals for controlling pests in agriculture and homes are manufactured by this sector. Pesticides (including herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides) and agricultural chemicals