Acetone Market Report 2025

The acetone market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $5.32 billion in 2024 to $5.53 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to chemical manufacturing demand, solvent and paint industry, plastics and resin production, pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications, expanding chemical and petrochemical industries.

The acetone market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.48 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to expanding use in solvents and coatings, demand from plastics and resins sector, rise in pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications, expanding use in industrial cleaning products, global economic expansion. Major trends in the forecast period include consumer preferences and industry adoption, market globalization and economic factors, rising demand for industrial cleaning products, shift towards green chemistry, environmental and regulatory pressures.

The acetone market is experiencing growth due to increased demand for personal care products. Personal care products encompass a range of consumer goods used for hygienic practices, grooming, and beautification. Acetone serves as a vital chemical compound used in various personal care products, thereby contributing to the surge in acetone demand. For example, recent data from Circana, Inc., a US-based media company, indicates a notable increase in sales of prestige beauty products, which reached $14 billion in the first half of 2023 - a 15% surge compared to the same period in 2022. Additionally, the mass beauty market generated $28 billion in revenue and observed a growth rate of 9%. Thus, the rising demand for personal care products is expected to drive the acetone market.

The acetone market is also influenced by the growing demand for polycarbonate products. Polycarbonate products are transparent thermoplastics known for their strength, lightweight nature, and impact resistance. Acetone plays a critical role as a key raw material in the cumene process, a chemical method used in producing polycarbonate. This process involves combining acetone, cumene, and phenol to produce bisphenol A (BPA), a crucial intermediate in polycarbonate synthesis. For instance, according to S&P Global Inc., the consumption of polycarbonate is projected to rise significantly, surpassing 5 million metric tons by 2022. The world's polycarbonate industry capacity is expected to reach 7.2 million metric tons by 2022, with substantial capacity expansion anticipated in mainland China over the next few years. Consequently, the escalating demand for polycarbonate products is anticipated to fuel growth in the acetone market.

Innovation stands as a pivotal trend in the acetone market, with major industry players focusing on research and development to drive product innovation and maintain market positioning. For example, in June 2022, INEOS Phenol GmbH, a Germany-based manufacturer of phenol and acetone, introduced the INVIRIDIS product line. INVIRIDIS represents a bio-attributed innovative line of products for phenol, acetone, and alpha-methyl styrene (AMS) manufactured without relying on fossil fuels as feedstock. By utilizing bio-attributed cumene, INVIRIDISTM offers a lower carbon footprint compared to conventionally produced phenol, acetone, and AMS. This innovation allows for a 100% substitution of fossil feedstock in the production system, employing a mass balance approach to reduce environmental impact.

Major players in the acetone market are directing their focus towards investing in new production plants, aiming to broaden their presence and reinforce their market position. These investments are geared towards expanding company infrastructure, enhancing production capacities, and fostering innovation. For instance, Shanghai Sinopec Mitsui Chemicals Co. Ltd., a China-based chemical company, announced the restart of production at China’s Sinopec Mitsui Chemicals phenol and acetone plant in Shanghai in November 2023. The acetone and phenol manufactured at this facility serve as essential raw materials for synthesizing bisphenol A (BPA), crucial in the production of polycarbonate - a widely used thermoplastic in diverse industries.

In April 2023, INEOS Phenol, a manufacturing company based in Germany, acquired Mitsui Phenol Singapore Co. Ltd. for $330 million. This acquisition enhances INEOS' portfolio by adding phenol and bisphenol A assets in Jurong, creating a significant opportunity for integration with its production facilities in Germany, Belgium, and the United States. With this entry into the Asian market, INEOS Phenol is well-positioned to support the future growth plans of its global customers while also expanding into new markets and fostering customer relationships related to bisphenol A (BPA), a new product for the company. Mitsui Phenol Singapore Co. Ltd. is a manufacturer of acetone based in the United States.

Major companies operating in the acetone market include INEOS Phenol GmbH, Royal Dutch Shell plc, Honeywell International Inc., Prasol Chemicals Limited, Mitsui Chemicals Inc., Kumho P&B Chemicals Inc., Saudi Basic Industries Corporation., LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V., ALTIVIA Chemicals LLC, Domo Chemicals GmbH, Formosa Chemicals & Fibre Corp, Borealis AG, Reliance Industries Limited, CEPSA Quimica S.A, Arkema S.A., Celanese Corporation, The Dow Chemical Company, LG Chem Ltd., Deepak Nitrite Limited, PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited, China National Petroleum Corporation, Dairen Chemical Corporation, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC, Versalis S.p.A., Daicel Corporation, JX Nippon Oil & Energy Corporation, PetroChina Company Limited, Lihuayi Group Co. Ltd., SunVic Chemical Holdings Limited, A.B. Enterprises, Wuhan Youji Industries Co. Ltd., Tangshan Lory Industry Co. Ltd., Aadi Industries Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the acetone market in 2024 and is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the acetone market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the acetone market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Acetone is a colorless liquid solvent with a distinctive odor and taste, commonly employed to break down and dissolve various compounds. It finds extensive use as a solvent in the production of plastics, as well as in other industrial and cosmetic products.

The primary types of acetone grades include regular acetone and technical-grade acetone. Specialty-grade acetone represents the purest form, with a composition of 99.9% impurity-free. This high-purity acetone is frequently utilized in medical and pharmaceutical applications. Acetone is employed in diverse applications such as the production of bisphenol A, methyl methacrylate (MMA), solvents, methyl isobutyl ketone, among others. Distribution channels for acetone include manufacturer-to-distributor and manufacturer-to-end-user. The compound is utilized in the formulation of paints, coatings, adhesives, electronics, cosmetics, and personal care products.

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The acetone market consists of sales of reagent grade, spectrophotometric grade, HPLC grade, histological grade, laboratory grade, cleanroom grade, and FCC grade acetone. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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