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Dicyclopentadiene Production
Dicyclopentadiene Plant Capital & Operating Cost Analysis | United States | Q1 2026
This report presents the economics of Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) production from a crude C5s stream. The process examined is a typical industrial process. In this process, a crude C5s stream is submitted to a dimerization, generating DCPD, which is then purified by distillation. C5 raffinate is generated as by-product.
The report provides a comprehensive study of Dicyclopentadiene production and related Dicyclopentadiene production cost, covering three key aspects: a complete description of the Dicyclopentadiene production process examined; an in-depth analysis of the related Dicyclopentadiene plant capital cost (Capex); and an evaluation of the respective Dicyclopentadiene plant operating costs (Opex).
The Dicyclopentadiene production process description includes a block flow diagram (BFD), an overview of the industrial site installations, detailing both the process unit and the necessary infrastructure, process consumption figures and comprehensive process flow diagrams (PFD). The Dicyclopentadiene plant capital cost analysis breaks down the Capex by plant cost (i.e., ISBL, OSBL and Contingency); owner's cost; working capital; and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up. The Dicyclopentadiene plant operating costs analysis covers operating expenses, including variable costs like raw materials and utilities, and fixed costs such as maintenance, labor, and depreciation.
Product
Dicyclopentadiene. Dicyclopentadiene is a hydrocarbon monomer used in the production of resins, adhesives, and elastomers. Its ability to undergo polymerization reactions makes it valuable in industries requiring high-performance materials. Dicyclopentadiene is derived from the dimerization of cyclopentadiene and is stored as a liquid. It is commonly used in unsaturated polyester resins and as a co-monomer in producing highly durable rubber and plastic materials.
Raw Material
Crude C5s. Crude C5s are a byproduct of naphtha cracking, consisting of a mixture of C5 hydrocarbons. They serve as feedstocks for the production of synthetic rubbers, resins, and adhesives. Crude C5s are separated through distillation and refining processes and are stored as liquids. They play a significant role in the chemical industry, especially in the production of high-performance elastomers.
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Plant Capital Cost Summary
Capital cost required to build the plant examined.
Plant Capital Cost Details
Fixed capital (ISBL, OSBL, and owner's cost), working capital, and additional capital requirements.
Plant Cost Breakdowns
Process unit (ISBL) and infrastructure (OSBL) costs, plus a plant cost breakdown by discipline.
Operating Costs Summary
Variable costs and the total operating cost of the plant studied.
Operating Cost Details
Utilities costs, operating fixed costs, and depreciation.
Plant Capacity Assessment
Capital investment and operating costs compared across different plant capacities.
Production Process Information
Block flow diagram, with descriptions of the process unit (ISBL) and site infrastructure (OSBL).
Process Consumptions
Raw materials and utilities consumption, by-product credits, and labor requirements.
Process Diagrams
Process flow diagrams (PFD), equipment list, and industrial site configuration.
Content Highlights
Plant Capital Cost Summary
Summary outlining the capital cost required for building the Dicyclopentadiene production plant examined.
Plant Capital Cost Details
Detailing of fixed capital (ISBL, OSBL & Owner’s Cost), working capital and additional capital requirements.
Plant Cost Breakdowns
Breakdown of Dicyclopentadiene process unit (ISBL) costs and infrastructure (OSBL) costs; plant cost breakdown per discipline.
Operating Costs Summary
Summary presenting the operating variable costs and the total operating cost of the Dicyclopentadiene production plant studied.
Operating Cost Details
Detailing of utilities costs, operating fixed costs and depreciation.
Plant Capacity Assessment
Comparative analysis of capital investment and operating costs for different Dicyclopentadiene plant capacities.
Production Process Information
Block Flow Diagram, descriptions of process unit (ISBL) and site infrastructure (OSBL).
Process Consumptions
Raw materials and utilities consumption figures, by-products credits, labor requirements
Process Diagrams
Process flow diagrams (PFD), equipment list and industrial site configuration
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