Unipar Carbocloro S.A. Overview
Pro stress-test →Unipar Carbocloro produces chemicals and PVC products, manufacturing liquid soda, sodium hypoclorite, chlorine, hydrochloric acid, and dichloroethane. Founded over 55 years ago, the company operates four production facilities—two strategically located in Cubatão and Santo André in São Paulo, one in Bahia's Camaçari industrial complex, and one in Bahía Blanca, Argentina. The company serves critical infrastructure, industrial, and consumer sectors across South America.
Strategic Profile
Pro stress-test →Unipar is self-sufficient in electricity generation, holding stakes in renewable wind and solar power companies. Its products serve various sectors including construction, sanitation, food, utilities, mining, steel, automotive, healthcare, and pulp and paper. The company is positioned as a diversified basic chemicals and petrochemicals producer with strong operational discipline and a focus on sustainable growth in Brazil and Argentina.
Competitive Landscape
Pro stress-test →Unipar operates in the Brazilian chemical and basic chemicals sector, competing with major international petrochemical producers and regional chemical manufacturers. The company differentiates through its integrated chlorine-soda-PVC value chain, self-sufficient renewable energy position, and strong domestic market presence. Competition intensifies from global commodity price dynamics, but Unipar maintains competitive advantages in Brazil and Argentina operations.
Industry Context
Unipar Carbocloro S.A. operates in Chemicals & Petrochemicals - Basic Chemicals (Chlorine-Soda-PVC).
Key facts
Founded: 1969 · Headquarters: São Paulo, Brazil · Employees: 862 · Revenue: $1.05B (R$5.54B) · Market cap: $1.47B (R$7.77B)