行业结构性矛盾突出 精细化工如何突破“大而不强”困境

Core Insights - The conference highlighted that fine chemicals are not only the core driving force for high-quality development in the petrochemical industry but also a strategic support for industrial upgrading and the cultivation of new productive forces [1] Industry Structure - Fine chemicals refer to fine chemical products and new chemical materials, contrasting with basic chemicals, as defined in the "Implementation Plan for the Innovation and Development of the Fine Chemical Industry (2024-2027)" [2] - China's annual production capacity for fine chemicals is nearing 200 million tons, with a supply guarantee rate of 90% [2] - The industry has a strong global competitive position, with market shares of 75% in pesticides, 70% in rubber additives, and 60% in food organic acids and feed vitamins [2] - Structural contradictions exist, with self-sufficiency rates exceeding 130% for food additives and traditional pesticides, while rates for products like photoresists and specialty gases are below 20% [2] Technological Innovation - There is a significant gap between the performance of fine chemicals and downstream expectations, with 99% of fine chemicals producible but lacking stability and quality compared to international standards [3] - Continuous R&D innovation is essential for industry transformation, as exemplified by Shin-Etsu Chemical's evolution from a fertilizer plant to a leading global player in PVC and semiconductor silicon materials [3] - Market-driven technological advancements are crucial, with adhesives evolving from auxiliary materials to functional solutions in various industries [3] Innovation Trends - High-performance fibers, such as PBO fibers, are emerging as key materials, with a single 1mm diameter PBO fiber capable of lifting 450 kg [4] - Silicon carbide fibers are gaining attention for their high-temperature resistance and applications in various industrial sectors [4] - New high-performance materials, including ethylene-acrylic copolymers and carbon nanotubes, are showing promise in multiple applications due to their superior properties [5] - Silicon-based new materials are expected to disrupt the coatings and adhesives industries, with modified silicone resins capable of withstanding extreme temperatures [5]