Why does Huntsman consider the chlor-alkali integration the core value of its merger with Olin?

Huntsman considers chlor-alkali integration the core value because it addresses a critical competitive gap: unlike peers such as BASF and Dow—who own chlor-alkali capacity and thus enjoy cost advantages in producing MDI, Huntsman’s core product—it is the only major polyurethane producer without chlor-alkali integration; achieving vertical integration will strengthen its competitive position in polyurethane, epoxy resins, and amine-based businesses by securing essential raw materials like chlorine and enabling cost savings, pricing power, and supply chain resilience.

What are the expected financial benefits and timeline for synergies from the Huntsman-Olin merger?

The merger is expected to generate $3 billion in synergies within three years—primarily from operational and management cost optimization—and an additional $1 billion in synergies starting in 2031 when Huntsman’s existing raw material contracts expire, enabling full self-sufficiency in chlorine and eliminating open-market purchases; overall, the combined company is projected to achieve $12.5 billion in revenue and $900 million in EBITDA in 2025, rising to $1.3 billion in EBITDA with the inclusion of $400 million in total cost synergies.

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