Panorama of the Silicone Oil Industry Chain: Ecological Construction from Upstream Raw Materials to Downstream Applications
The silicone oil industry chain presents the characteristics of "upstream concentration and downstream dispersion". Upstream relies on basic raw materials such as silica and industrial silicon, while China dominates global silica mining with its low-cost advantage; In the midstream manufacturing process, the hydrolysis process of dimethyl dichlorosilane determines the purity of the product, and leading enterprises reduce energy consumption through continuous production; The downstream applications extend to 16 industries, among which construction (23.3%), electronics and appliances (18.7%), and new energy (18.2%) constitute the three core markets.
Collaborative innovation in the industrial chain has become a trend. For example, silicone oil companies collaborate with photovoltaic manufacturers to develop UV resistant silicone oil, which enhances the lifespan of solar panels; Collaborate with new energy vehicle companies to develop low volatile silicone oil to solve the problem of motor lubricant evaporation. This cross-border integration is restructuring the competitive landscape of the industry.