Chemical leasing is a service-oriented business model that aligns the interests of the chemical supplier with those of the chemical user by compensating the service of the chemical rather than the chemical volume sold and used. This creates a strategic partnership between the two parties, in which the common goal is the reduction of chemical consumption, thus achieving enhanced performances, chemical handling and waste management, and, therefore, economic and environmental benefits.
This study presents a review of the literature on the economic features of chemical leasing and of similar business models, focusing on the drivers and barriers and comparing their functioning to traditional contracts. It provides case studies that can be a potential market of chemical leasing, shows examples of practical implementation, and illuminates a set of recommendations.