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Which chemical products are produced in the Dagu, Tanggu, and Hangu industrial areas?
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Night skyline of Tianjin, China.
The chemical complexes located in the Dagu, Tanggu, and Hangu industrial areas of Tianjin produce a wide range of chemical and industrial goods, including:
- Agricultural fertilizers and pesticides1
- Pharmaceuticals1
- Chemicals and petrochemical products1
- Plastics1
- Artificial fibres1
- Dyestuffs and paints1
Additionally, the Yongli (now Tianjin) alkali products plant situated in Tanggu is a significant contributor to China's total output of purified soda. The region's industrial capacity is further supported by local salt fields and offshore oil fields in the Bo Hai, which provide essential raw materials for these large-scale chemical enterprises.12