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Acetic Acid Market

Published Jul 31, 2025
Length 120 Pages
SKU # CMI20302908

Description

The global acetic acid market is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 9.7% during the forecast period, owing to its rising applications in the paints and paper coatings industry and the manufacturing of synthetic fibers, and others end-use industries.

Market Dynamics

Among the application, the vinyl acetate monomer segment held a dominant position in the global acetic acid market in 2020 and is also expected to retain its dominance during the forecast period. This is owing to its high use in the applications such as packaging films, thickeners, and photosensitive coatings. This trend is further expected to foster demand for acetic acid during the forecast period.

Among regions, Asia Pacific is expected to account for a significant market share during the forecast period 2025-2032, owing to a high number of manufacturing units of fibers and paints and coating products which will increase the overall acid products demand. Acetic acid is primarily used in various applications and various end-use industries as it is a chemical reagent, mainly used in the manufacturing of cellulose acetate, wood glue, and synthetic fibers and fabric. Such trends in the Asia Pacific is expected to boost demand for Acetic Acid in this region during the forecast period.

Key features of the study
  • This report provides in-depth analysis of acetic acid market, and provides market size (USD Bn and Kilo Tons) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR %) for the forecast period 2025-2032, considering 2024 as the base year.
  • It elucidates potential revenue opportunity across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrix for this market.
  • This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players.
  • It profiles key players in the global acetic acid market based on the following parameters – company overview, financial performance, product portfolio, geographical presence, distribution strategies, key developments and strategies, and future plans.
  • Key companies covered as a part of this study include Celanese corporation, British petroleum, Eastman chemical company, Jiangsu Sopo (group) co., ltd. , China petroleum & chemical corporation (Sinopec), Lyondell basell industries, Saudi basic industries corporation (Sabic), Mitsubishi chemical company, Petrochina co. Ltd., Petrochina co. Ltd., and Basf SE.
  • Insights from this report would allow marketers and management authorities of companies to make informed decision regarding future products launches, technology upgradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics.
  • The global acetic acid market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, acetic acid manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts.
  • Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global acetic acid market.
Market Segmentation
  • Global Acetic Acid Market, By Application
  • Vinyl acetate monomer
  • PTA
  • Acetate esters
  • Acetic anhydride
  • Others
  • Global Acetic Acid Market, By Region
  • North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
  • Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
  • Europe
  • Germany
  • U.K.
  • Spain
  • France
  • Italy
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
  • Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • South Korea
  • ASEAN
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
  • Middle East & Africa
  • GCC Countries
  • Israel
  • Rest of Middle East & Africa
  • Global Acetic Acid Market, Key Companies
  • Celanese Corporation
  • British Petroleum
  • Eastman Chemical Company
  • Jiangsu Sopo (Group) Co., Ltd.
  • China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec)
  • Lyondell Basell Industries
  • Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC)
  • Mitsubishi Chemical Company
  • PetroChina Co. Ltd.
  • BASF SE.

Table of Contents

120 Pages
1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
Research Objectives
Assumptions
Abbreviations
2. Market Purview
Report Description
Market Definition and Scope
Executive Summary
Market Snippet, By Application
Market Snippet, By Region
Coherent Opportunity Map (COM)
3. Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis
Market Dynamics
Drivers
Restraints
Market Opportunities
Regulatory Scenario
Industry Trend
Mergers and Acquisitions
4. Global Acetic Acid Market, By Application, 2020-2032 (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2020-2032
Segment Trends
Vinyl Acetate Monomer
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
PTA
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
Acetate Esters
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
Acetic Anhydride
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
Others
Introduction
Market Size and Forecast, and Y-o-Y Growth, 2020-2032, (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
5. Global Acetic Acid Market, By Region, 2020-2032 (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, By Region, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Regions, 2020-2032
North America
Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, By Country, 2020-2032
U.S.
Country Trends
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020-2032 (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
Canada
Country Trends
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020-2032 (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
Europe
Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, By Country, 2020-2032
U.K.
Country Trends
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020-2032 (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
Germany
Country Trends
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020-2032 (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
Italy
Country Trends
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020-2032 (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
France
Country Trends
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020-2032 (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
Spain
Country Trends
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020-2032 (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
Russia
Country Trends
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020-2032 (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
Rest of Europe
Country Trends
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020-2032 (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
Asia Pacific
Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, By Country, 2020-2032
China
Country Trends
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020-2032 (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
India
Country Trends
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020-2032 (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
Japan
Country Trends
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020-2032 (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
South Korea
Country Trends
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020-2032 (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
Australia
Country Trends
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020-2032 (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
Rest of Asia Pacific
Country Trends
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020-2032 (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
Rest of World
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020-2032 (USD Bn and Kilo Tons)
6. Competitive Landscape
Company Profiles
Celanese Corporation
Company Overview
Product Portfolio
Financial Performance
Recent Developments/Updates
Future Plans
British Petroleum
Company Overview
Product Portfolio
Financial Performance
Recent Developments/Updates
Future Plans
Eastman Chemical Company
Company Overview
Product Portfolio
Financial Performance
Recent Developments/Updates
Future Plans
Jiangsu Sopo (Group) Co., Ltd.
Company Overview
Product Portfolio
Financial Performance
Recent Developments/Updates
Future Plans
China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec)
Company Overview
Product Portfolio
Financial Performance
Recent Developments/Updates
Future Plans
Lyondell Basell Industries
Company Overview
Product Portfolio
Financial Performance
Recent Developments/Updates
Future Plans
Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC)
Company Overview
Product Portfolio
Financial Performance
Recent Developments/Updates
Future Plans
Mitsubishi Chemical Company
Company Overview
Product Portfolio
Financial Performance
Recent Developments/Updates
Future Plans
PetroChina Co. Ltd.
Company Overview
Product Portfolio
Financial Performance
Recent Developments/Updates
Future Plans
BASF SE
Company Overview
Product Portfolio
Financial Performance
Recent Developments/Updates
Future Plans
7. Section
References
Research Methodology
About us and Sales Contact
How Do Licenses Work?
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