From Consumption >> Production

H) Time Frame

1) A processing period of ten (10) work days should be allowed between the time of submission of application and a satisfactory warehouse inspection for import permit to be collected.

2) The permit to clear chemicals takes three working days to process. The clock stops whenever compliance directive is raised on a process and will continue upon full compliance. All correspondence in respect of chemicals should be addressed to: The director, Narcotics and Controlled Substance Directorate, National Agency for Food & Drug Administration and Control, Oshodi, Lagos.

To succeed in Chemical Production Line of Business, there should be a personal assessment which is the first step. Make a SWOT analysis. This is necessary as it will give you an edge and a basic foundation to grow your business.

SWOT means Strength, Weakness, Opportunities and Threats.

Build Your Product Brand

Almost every business has a name, from the smallest market trader to the largest multi national corporation. However, not a lot of those businesses have what could be classified as a brand or a 'brand name'. Often times, what is prevalent are products or services that are made available but which does not distinctively stand for something in the minds and hearts of it's users.

Opportunities abound in the Chemical Production line of business.

What is Brand?

There are many definitions of a brand, the most effective description however, is that a brand is a collection of perceptions in the minds of the consumer/customer. It communicates the value derivable from that brand, business or its services. Brands are born out of experience and reflects trust that is built over time. A brand is not just a logo or design.

For example:

When you see some colours or features, there are certain brands that come to your mind. When you see an Apple with a bite, an Apple company comes to one's mind. It has entrenched themselves in the minds of users of it's brand and non users alike. That is the power of branding.

Brand Building Continued

The clothing and running shoe company Adidas is well known for using three stripes on its range of products. This design feature branding allows people to identity their products, even if the Adidas brand name and logo is not present.

Brand Building Continued

The Nike brand is known throughout the world as people can identify the name and logo even if they have never bought any of their products. However, not only is the company name a brand, but the logo is also a strong piece of visual identity in it's own right. The majority of people that are aware of the company can also identify it or it's products from its mark of symbol.

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Cosmetics, Adhesives, Disinfectants, Industrial Chemicals, Lubricants, Paints and Printing Inks, Stain remover, Soaps and detergents are some of high demand products in the marketplace.

Available include over 100 product formulations, processing methods and usage, Equipment and tools, quality parameters, Raw material, Safety standard and Precautions, Useful tips and all relevant information

How Do You Build Your Brand?

Building long lasting brands takes time and require consistency. It's an ongoing process that requires the commitment of business owners to see to. The following steps highlights the process of building your brand:

1. Take Inventory: This is the time to ask yourself some questions and ascertain where you are currently on the journey to branding your business.

•Appraise where you are now. Have you made any attempt to build your brand?

•What knowledge do you have of your target market? Their demographics, their habits and behavior.

•What do you have to offer the customers? What is your proposition and unique selling point? What experience are you promising your customers/consumers?

Start the Production of Caustic Soda

The production of caustic soda is yet another thriving and profitable business under the chemical industry. If you are considering starting this type of business, then you should ensure that you secure the necessary permits from the government of your country before opening the business. It is important to state that this type of business can be started on a small sale.

Branding Continued

Craft your Identity & Positioning: This is what your brand identity will look like and stand for to your customers.

•Your brand name is part of the identity system and you need to ensure that the name you have chosen resonates with the value and service you are providing.

• Other elements of your identity are the logo, text, font size, colours. You need to ensure that all these elements reflect what you want to communicate to your end users. Your logo has to be distinct and creatively crafted in a way that it is memorable. Colours are very important and note that whatever brand colours you choose at this stage will be what you will use over time to depict the brand.

•Develop your brand positioning. You cannot be everything to everybody. Be focused on the role you want to play in the lives of your users and the tone and manner in which you will communicate with them.

Once you have concluded on your brand identity, please document this as a guideline. This is what will subsequently serve as a guide when you need to develop designs and content for advertising for your brand. You will need to stay true to your brand identity. When you deviate from your brand identity & guideline, then you are eroding your brand and reputation.

do you think starting a pryrolosis plant is a good idea? or just large scale farming, both plant and
cattle.

The pyrolysis plant is very profitable. Because the products got from pyrolysis plant mainly include pyrolysis oil, carbon black and steel wire, which are not only versatile but also have a broad market. It can make you obtain high profits. Pyrolysis oil is the main product of pyrolysis of waste tires.

Galantis:
do you think starting a pryrolosis plant is a good idea? or just large scale farming, both plant and
cattle.

Chizillar1:
The pyrolysis plant is very profitable. Because the products got from pyrolysis plant mainly include pyrolysis oil, carbon black and steel wire, which are not only versatile but also have a broad market. It can make you obtain high profits. Pyrolysis oil is the main product of pyrolysis of waste tires.

what is the oil used for?

cos I wanted to know if its diesel the pyrolosis oil

what of conversion of plastics to cloth materials, is it profitable?

Its not diesel but can be used as substitute to diesel. The oil is widely used as industrial fuel to substitute furnace oil or industrial diesel.

Galantis:


what is the oil used for?

cos I wanted to know if its diesel the pyrolosis oil

Furthermore, pyrolysis oil can be converted into diesel by further purification and distillation. Applications of the pyrolysis oil include, e.g. combustion in boilers, fuelling in engines and turbines, upgrading to transportation fuels or as a renewable feedstock for chemicals and materials.

Chizillar1:

Its not diesel but can be used as substitute to diesel. The oil is widely used as industrial fuel to substitute furnace oil or industrial diesel.

but is there a way to convert it to diesel?

either plastics, leather or even the tyre?

I am fairly new to it.

Develop a Brand Plan:

You will need to let your target market know about your brand, this is brand exposure. As such, it is important to develop a brand plan that will guide your efforts. Ideally, you should develop a one year plan. However, you can put a six months plan in place.

Your brand plan will indicate what your marketing strategy is and how you intend to bring your brand to life; that is exposing your brand to its target audience. You need to develop the communication that you want to pass across to your target market. Remember that the elements of your brand identity needs to be brought to life.

Pyrolysis oil can be converted into diesel by further purification and distillation.

Galantis:


but is there a way to convert it to diesel?

either plastics, leather or even the tyre?

I am fairly new to it.

but what if one were to start in a large scale?
what do you think it will cost?

what of the waste, how can it be disposed without causing harm to the environment?

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There are several elements of the marketing mix, of which you can determine which of them will work well for your business.

Choose the right tools & Channels:

There are several options you can choose from depending on the level of maturity of your business, your understanding of your customers, their behaviors and habits, relevance to your target market, the type of product or service that you offer among other factors.