The cost-benefit analysis of chemical wholesalers is a complex process that involves several key factors. Here are some of the main considerations:

1. Market Demand Analysis: Understanding the market demand for chemical products is the first step in cost-benefit analysis. According to data collection by the ZhiYan industry research institute, the global chemical product wholesale industry market size grew from 31.56 trillion yuan in 2017 to 40.59 trillion yuan in 2021, showing a continuous increase in market demand.

2. Product Categorization and Differentiation: Chemical products can be divided into commodities, quasi-commodities, fine chemical wholesalers, and specialty chemical wholesalers. Commodity chemical wholesalers are usually highly homogeneous and have low entry barriers, while fine chemical wholesalers are differentiated, have high entry barriers, and have high costs for technological innovation.

3. Supply Chain Integration: The degree of standardization of products can lead to long production cycles and high costs. The level of supply chain integration directly affects the efficiency and cost of products from production to sales.

4. RD Capability: The chemical wholesale industry has a significant demand for RD and design personnel to meet customers' personalized customization needs. Products that do not meet market demand may lead to matching issues.

5. Raw Material and Energy Costs: Raw material and energy costs typically account for 60% to 80% of the total cost of chemical products. The availability, selection, and conversion efficiency of raw materials have a significant impact on the cost structure.

6. Capacity Utilization: Capacity utilization affects energy efficiency and fixed costs. Low capacity utilization can lead to reduced energy efficiency, thereby affecting the cost structure.

7. Product Quality: Product quality issues may require reprocessing or discounted sales, affecting the cost structure.

8. Plant Reliability: Plant reliability affects the cost structure, including unplanned startup and shutdown costs, production slowdown penalties, and maintenance costs for unexpected downtimes.

9. Manufacturing Cost Competitiveness: The focus of manufacturing cost competitiveness is to drive cost reduction by improving the operation and maintenance of plants, while minimizing reliance on physical design improvements.

10. Technology and Innovation: Adopting advanced technologies and innovative methods can improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase the consistency of manufacturing benefits.

11. Environmental and Safety Regulations: Compliance with environmental and safety regulations may increase costs but is also a necessary condition to ensure sustainable development and avoid potential legal risks.

12. Economic Conditions and Market Dynamics: Changes in economic conditions, such as a slowdown in global economic growth, may affect the market demand and prices of chemical products, thereby affecting cost-benefit analysis.

When conducting a cost-benefit analysis, it is necessary to consider these factors comprehensively and combine specific market research data and the company's own operational situation to formulate effective cost control and pricing strategies.