Pakistan chemicals export growth 2025

August 05, 2025 (MLN): Pakistan’s chemical exports surged 201% that is nearly threefold in the first half of 2025 to China, climbing to $13.19 million from $4.38m in the same period last year, data from the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) showed.

A significant portion of the growth came from exports of chemical products and preparations of the chemical or allied industries, which rose from $0.31m in H1 2024 to $6.20m in H1 2025, officials from Pakistan’s Ministry of Commerce told CEN.

The broader category of chemical products reached $6.60m in value and export volume 6.4m kg, with an average price US $1.05/kg, indicating improved quality and rising demand.

Azhar Ali, a chemical raw material exporter to China, attributed the increase to Pakistan’s expanding manufacturing capabilities and access to essential raw materials such as salt, coal, limestone, and minerals.

He noted that the country’s adherence to international standards and enhanced cooperation with China under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) are supporting the export momentum.

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He also pointed to China’s shifting procurement trends, emphasizing a growing preference for diversified sourcing and stronger trade links with Pakistan.

Further export gains are expected as industrial and trade integration between the two countries deepens.

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