North Carolina’s Success Relies on American Chemistry
Chemistry Creates, America Competes
Advanced manufacturing, agribusiness and food processing, national defense, biotech and pharmaceuticals, technology, innovation and a resilient supply chain all depend on chemistry. U.S. chemical producers are the driving force for everyday products that businesses and families in North Carolina rely on and help our nation win the global competition.
Supporting more domestic chemical production right here in North Carolina will help bolster our sector’s trade surplus, bring stability to the domestic economy and strengthen U.S. competitiveness across global markets.
North Carolina needs smart, pro-growth, more predictable regulatory processes for producing more at home, protecting these American jobs and keeping costs down for North Carolina.
21K+
Direct jobs and 28K+ related jobs in the North Carolina chemical industry.
$92K
Average wage which is 30% higher than the average manufacturing wage in North Carolina.
$312
Million generates in North Carolina state & local taxes.
American Voters Agree with North Carolina
75%+
Of voters view the chemical industry as essential to the U.S. economy, economic edge against foreign countries, and technological innovation. *
2/3
Of voters are concerned additional regulations on the chemical industry would harm the U.S. economy, U.S. energy production, and the amount of goods produced in the U.S. *
North Carolina Needs Your Help and Your Voice
Growing U.S. chemical production here in North Carolina will help make America the world’s manufacturing superpower. Let’s work together to keep America strong and grow chemical manufacturing right here in your home state.
Help us:
- Drive predictable, transparent, fact-based policies
- Foster more production in the U.S., not elsewhere
- Prioritize energy independence and bolster our sector’s trade surplus
- Safeguard our communities and incentivize job creation
- Protect our national security and supply chains
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* Based on results from a Morning Consult poll on behalf of the American Chemistry Council, October 10-15, 2024, among 2,000 registered voters.