PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1999824
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1999824
Chemical logistics is a service that involves the storage and transportation of chemicals along a supply chain with special care by chemical logistics companies. The chemical logistics services help to transport these compounds with extreme caution to avoid any safety risks such as contamination and spoilage.
The main types of services in chemical logistics are transportation and distribution services, storage and warehousing services, customs and security services, green logistics services, and consulting and management services. Transport and distribution services can be used to connect customers, raw material suppliers, plants, warehouses, and channel members with the help of water, rail, motor carrier, air, and pipeline. The different modes of transportation include roadways, railways, airways, waterways, and pipelines, and are used by the chemical industry, pharmaceutical industry, cosmetic industry, oil and gas industry, specialty chemicals industry, food industry, and other industries.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
Tariffs are impacting the chemical logistics market by increasing the cost of imported storage tanks, specialized containers, temperature-control systems, safety equipment, and transportation assets. Chemical and pharmaceutical companies in North America and Europe are most affected due to reliance on imported logistics infrastructure, while Asia-Pacific logistics providers face cost pressure on cross-border services. These tariffs are raising transportation and warehousing costs. However, they are also encouraging regional logistics hubs, localized storage infrastructure, and innovation in efficient and compliant chemical logistics solutions.
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The chemical logistics market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $303.06 billion in 2025 to $317.92 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to chemical industry expansion, globalization of chemical trade, need for safe handling, growth of bulk chemical transport, regulatory enforcement.
The chemical logistics market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $381.22 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to sustainable logistics demand, digital supply chain adoption, growth of specialty chemicals, automation in warehousing, risk management focus. Major trends in the forecast period include growth of specialized chemical transport, expansion of temperature-controlled logistics, rising focus on regulatory compliance, adoption of digital tracking systems, demand for green logistics.
The rise in chemical production is expected to drive the growth of the chemical logistics market. Increased chemical production to supply industries such as food processing, pharmaceuticals, automotive, and engineering creates a greater need for safe and efficient transportation and distribution services. For instance, in February 2025, according to Atradius N.V., a Netherlands-based trade company, US chemical production grew by 2.1% in 2024, with growth projected at 3.8% in 2025 and 2.7% in 2026. Therefore, the rise in chemical production is supporting the growth of the chemical logistics market.
Major companies in the chemical logistics market are concentrating on developing innovative solutions, such as chemical logistics centers, to enhance operational efficiency and improve service delivery. A chemical logistics center is a specialized facility designed for the storage, handling, and transportation of chemical products. For example, in December 2023, GWC Logistics, a logistics company based in Qatar, inaugurated a new chemical logistics center in Doha's industrial area, spanning 16,000 square meters. This cutting-edge facility is intended to serve various industries, including manufacturing and automotive, with specialized storage capabilities for hazardous materials like gases and flammable liquids. Adhering to strict safety standards, the center features ATEX-certified fittings and advanced fire suppression systems. Additionally, it implements sustainable practices such as motion-sensor LED lighting and water-cooled air conditioning.
In April 2024, Quantix SCS, LLC, a prominent supply chain services company based in the U.S., acquired CLX Logistics, LLC for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition is intended to strengthen Quantix's leadership in the chemical third-party logistics (3PL) market. CLX Logistics, LLC is a U.S.-based logistics and supply chain management firm that focuses on delivering integrated solutions for businesses.
Major companies operating in the chemical logistics market report include A&R Logistics LLC, Deutsche Post DHL Group, CH Robinson Worldwide Inc., Rhenus Logistics LLC, Deutsche Bahn AG, Ryder System Inc., CEVA Logistics LLC, FedEx Corporation, Montreal Chemical Logistics, Schneider National Inc., Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation, Bd Trans-Logistics Sp. z o. o., Kuehne + Nagel International AG, DACHSER SE, DHL Global Forwarding Pte. Ltd., Expeditors International of Washington Inc., GEODIS, Hellmann Worldwide Logistics SE & Co KG, Kerry Logistics Network Limited, Nippon Express Co. Ltd., Panalpina World Transport Ltd., Sinotrans Limited, UPS Supply Chain Solutions Inc., Yusen Logistics Co. Ltd., Agility Logistics Pvt. Ltd., Damco Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the chemical logistics market in 2025. The regions covered in the chemical logistics market report include Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the chemical logistics market report include Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
The chemical logistics market includes revenues earned by entities bybulk storage & transfer, flammable & temperature-controlled rooms, packaging, repackaging, relabeling, fulfillment, and transportation. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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