Pursuing emerging market opportunities

The European and US domestic chemicals markets are mature and are only expected to grow in line with real GDP. Contrast that with developing Asian and Latin American countries, where chemical markets are expected to grow at much higher rates. As a consequence, most large chemical manufacturers are building production facilities in developing countries in order to pursue faster growth.

But doing business in emerging markets isn’t for the faint-hearted. Products must be carefully tailored to meet local market needs. Transfer pricing and tax planning strategies must be thoroughly considered. And broader government regulation, higher compliance costs, and complex cultural, business, and accounting issues should also be anticipated as well.

How PricewaterhouseCoopers can help you

PricewaterhouseCoopers is building a reputation within the chemical industry as knowledgeable professionals in China and other Asia-Pacific countries, the Middle East, and South America. Our global chemicals practice comprises a network of over 130 partners and 1,500 client service professionals who provide industry-focused assurance, tax and advisory services to over 200 public and private companies. Our chemicals industry specialists work closely with local PricewaterhouseCoopers professionals around the world in order to provide your company with the kind of experience and skill you need when entering emerging markets.