The Global Acetic Acid Market is Projected to Exceed 20.2 Million Metric Tons by 2024
Versatile
Applications Sustain Growth in the Global Acetic Acid Market, According to a
New Report by Global Industry Analysts,
Inc.
GIA launches comprehensive analysis of industry
segments, trends, growth drivers, market share, market size and demand
forecasts on the global Acetic Acid market. The global Acetic Acid market is projected to exceed 20.2 million metric
tons by 2024, driven by versatile applications as a
precursor for the manufacture for various chemical intermediates such as VAM
and PTA.
Acetic acid or ethanoic acid (commonly used as
vinegar) is a colorless hygroscopic liquid, which freezes below 16.7°C and
forms a white crystalline solid. The chemical is extensively used in various
industrial and household applications. Acetic acid is often not consumed as-is
in most end-use applications, and is converted to a usable intermediate such as
ethyl acetate, Vinyl Acetate Monomer (VAM), Purified Terephthalic Acid (PTA),
and acetic anhydride. These intermediates are used in the production of plastics,
paints and coatings, among others. Manufacturers typically prefer to sell
acetic acid in the form of intermediates or derivatives such as esters,
anhydrides, PTA and VAM.
Acetic acid demand moves in-line with GDP rates and
the growing demand from China is one of the prime factors pumping growth in the
global market. Rise in demand for acetic anhydride and vinyl acetate monomer
from end-use industries such as plastics, paints and coatings, acrylic
lacquers, varnish removers, and photographic film, among others in China has
been spearheading growth in demand worldwide. Rising demand for VAM in the
adhesive & sealant industry has been a key factor encouraging growth. VAM
is an important raw material used in manufacturing water-based adhesives. Similarly,
PTA is an important raw material used in the production of poly ethylene (PET) that is extensively used in
the construction and packaging industry. Rapid rates of industrialization and
urbanization especially in the Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the Middle East
have added to the demand growth for acetic acid as well as its intermediates in
various end-use industries.
Vinyl Acetate Monomer (VAM) is used to
synthesize base resins that find application in adhesives, water-based paints,
paper coatings, textile finishes chewing gum and films manufacturing. Vinyl
acetate can be polymerized to polyvinyl acetate or other polymers used as main
components in paints and adhesives. Growing demand for adhesives from various
end-use sectors including industrial and commercial is expected to drive growth
in demand for acetic acid as a feedstock in the production of VAM. A large
number of VAMs are used in the production of general-purpose, specialty and
engineering adhesives. Adhesive manufacturers, against a backdrop of abundant
supply and low cost advantage, are increasingly preferring raw materials
derived from natural feedstock and other renewable sources for production of
eco-friendly additives.
Purified Terephthalic Acid (PTA) is
a major consumer of acetic acid, driven by the rising use of the intermediate
in packaging applications. Growing demand for acetic acid in the production of
PTA is therefore expected to benefit the market in the coming years. PTA serves
as an important raw material for polyester manufacturing. Polyester, a
derivative of PTA is one of largest synthetic fiber used in textiles. The
chemical intermediate is extensively used for manufacturing polyethylene
terephthalate (PET) film, sheet and molded containers that find application in
food packaging. Additionally, lightweight soft drink containers manufactured
using PTA as a major constituent, are non-breakable and crystal clear. Blister
packaging, boil-in-bag packages and retortable microwave packages are other
popular PET-based packaging options.
As stated by the new market research report on Acetic Acid, China represents the largest regional market
worldwide, followed by Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan and China) region. China
would continue to drive the global market with growth above the global average
and retain its dominance through the analysis period. However, Asia-Pacific
(excluding Japan and China) region is forecast to witness the fastest growth
among all regions, with a CAGR of 5.3% over the analysis period, owing to higher
growth from India, as well as Southeast Asian countries. Other emerging markets
such as Brazil and countries in the Middle East are also forecast to provide significant
growth opportunities. Brazil, in
particular is expected to offer ample growth opportunities, following revival
of the economy. Among end-use industries, the VAM represents the largest end-use
segment for Acetic Acid, followed by Purified Terephthalic Acid (PTA). PTA is
also forecast to offer the best growth opportunities, owing to rising
production of Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET).
Major players in the market include BP p.l.c., BP
PETRONAS Acetyls Sdn Bhd, Lotte BP Chemicals Co., Ltd., Celanese Corporation,
Chang Chun Petrochemical Co., Ltd., China Petrochemical Development
Corporation, Ltd., Daicel Corporation, Eastman Chemical Company, Gujarat
Narmada Valley Fertilizers Company Limited, Jiangsu Sopo (Group) Co., Ltd,
Jubilant Life Sciences Limited, Kuraray Co., Ltd., LyondellBasell Industries,
Showa Denko K.K., Sinopec Sichuan Vinylon Works, and Wacker Chemie AG among
others.
The research report titled "Acetic Acid: A Global Strategic Business Report" announced by Global Industry Analysts Inc.,
provides a comprehensive review of market trends, growth drivers, innovations
and launches, and strategic industry activities various players. The single
segment report provides market estimates and projections in Metric Tons for Acetic
Acid for all major geographic markets including the US, Canada, Japan, Europe
(France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia, and Rest of Europe), China, Asia-Pacific
(India, and Rest of Asia-Pacific), Latin America (Brazil, and Rest of Latin
America), and Rest of World. End-use segments analyzed
include Vinyl Acetate Monomer (VAM), Acetic Anhydride, Ethyl Acetate, Butyl
Acetate, Other Acetates, Purified Terephthalic Acid (PTA) and Other End-uses.
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