Acetone Cyanohydrin Market Size to Witness Sustained Growth throughout the Forecast Period (2019-2027)
Acetone Cyanohydrin Market: Overview
Acetone
cyanohydrin is a colorless liquid that is used as an intermediate for chemical
synthesis. It is also known as cyanohydrin-2-propanone,
α-hydroxyisobutyronitrile, and 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-propionitrile. At lab scale,
acetone cyanohydrin is produced by the reaction of sodium cyanide
with acetone. Further, the resulting mixture is acidified to form acetone
cyanohydrin. Acetone cyanohydrin is incompatible with sulfuric acid, caustics.
It is majorly used in the production of methyl methacrylate, which is a monomer
of transparent plastic polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) (also called acrylic).
PMMA is a thermoplastic material, which is used as a substitute for glass due
to its resistance to UV light and light transmitting ability. Plastic
polymethyl methacrylate is employed in making windows of cars, screens of
cellphones, aquariums, etc.
Acetone Cyanohydrin Market: Drivers & Restraints
Affordability
of plastics products is increasing at a rapid pace, as plastic is a cost
effective option, for most of the people across globe, especially in developing
nation. This is driving the acetone cyanohydrin market. Additionally, acetone
cyanohydrin is classified as an extremely hazardous substance by the U.S.
Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act. It can cause issues in
breathing and enlargement of the thyroid gland. Decomposition of acetone
cyanohydrin releases highly toxic hydrogen cyanide. The adverse effects of
acetone cyanohydrin on human health is acting as a restraint for the global
acetone cyanohydrin market.
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Acetone Cyanohydrin Market: Key Segments
In terms
of end-user, the global acetone
cyanohydrin market can be divided into insecticide, pharmaceuticals,
plastics, and others (including perfumes). Acetone cyanohydrin is widely used
as an intermediate for the production of plastic products such as plexiglass,
artificial teeth, acrylic paints, laser cut acrylic panels, and contact lenses.
Acetone cyanohydrin is also employed in production of insecticides. It is used
to manufacture ethyl alpha-hydroxyisobutyrate, which is a pharmaceutical
intermediate. Acetone cyanohydrins is used as a complexing agent for metal
separation processes. Despite these applications, acetone cyanohydrin is
considered potentially hazardous chemical, as it releases hydrogen cyanide when
it comes in contact with water. Environmental and health regulations associated
with acetone cyanohydrins in North America and Europe are acting as major
restraints for the market.
Acetone Cyanohydrin Market: Regional Outlook
In terms
of region, the global acetone cyanohydrin market can be segregated into North
America, Latin America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and Middle East & Africa.
China and India are anticipated to constitute major share of the global market
during the forecast period. The acetone cyanohydrin market in Asia Pacific is
likely to expand at a rapid pace due to the rise in per capita income in
developing economies such as China and India. Increase in per capita income is
boosting the spending power of consumers. This, in turn, is estimated to propel
the demand for plastic and its products in Asia Pacific.
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Acetone Cyanohydrin Market: Key Players
Prominent
players operating in the global acetone cyanohydrin market include Tokyo
Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., BASF SE, Evonik Industries AG, Mitsubishi
Chemicals Co. Ltd., The Dow Chemical Company, and INEOS AG. These companies are
engaged in research and development activities, strategic alliances, and
mergers and acquisitions to gain market share.
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