Chemical substances are categorized into various groups, each with distinct properties and applications. This classification aids industries in organizing and managing different materials based on their characteristics and uses.
1 – Consumer Chemicals: Found in everyday consumer products such as cleaning agents, cosmetics, and personal care items.
2 – Commodity Chemicals: These are produced in large quantities and serve as building blocks for more complex chemical products.
3 – Specialty Chemicals: Used in specific applications and produced in smaller volumes.
4 – Biochemical and Natural Chemicals: Substances extracted from biological and natural sources.
5 – Inorganic Chemicals: Often derived from non-organic sources.
6 – Agricultural Chemicals: Used in agriculture to enhance crop yields and control pests.
7 – Polymers and Plastics: Large molecules composed of repeating smaller units (monomers).