Market Research Global Methyl Ethyl Ketone Market Analysis 2018

The global methyl isobutyl carbinol (MIBC) market is expected to register a CAGR of 2.85%
during the forecast period. MIBC is used in frothers, surface coatings, adhesives, cosmetics,
toiletries, and cleaners; finds application in the pharmaceutical industry for the extraction of
vitamins and minerals, as wetting agents in lithographic printing, and as chemical intermediates;
it is used in the production of lube oil additives, hydraulic fluids, and plasticizers.
Surging Demand for Frothers in Copper and Molybdenum Sulfide Ores
Frothers used in the mining industry are generally alcohol- or glycol-based reagents. Methyl
Isobutyl Carbinol is widely used as a frother in metal and non-metallic ores industry. Copper is
an essential component in radiators, motors, connectors, wiring, bearings, and brakes used in cars
and trucks. Multiple applications of copper in various industries have been increasing the
demand for copper, worldwide. The demand for molybdenum disulfide has also been increasing,
owing to its wide application as dry lubricant in greases, dispersions, friction materials, and
bonded coatings. The increasing activities of flotation plants used in copper and molybdenum
extracting sectors are likely to increase the demand for methyl isobutyl carbinol during the
forecast period
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Plasticizers is Expected to Dominate the Market
Owing to growth in the plasticizers demand for end-user applications, such as, flooring & wall,
film & sheet coverings, wires & cables, coated fabrics, consumer goods, etc., the demand for
MIBC is also expected to rise. Additionally, the rising demand for lightweight vehicles and
introduction of new emission standards have been driving the demand for PVC products in
automotive applications. MIBC is generally mixed with PVC for the plasticity and viscosity of
the product used in the automotive industry. Thus, growth in the demand for such products in the
automotive industry is likely to increase the demand for MIBC during the forecast period.
Asia-Pacific Dominates the Market
In 2017, Asia-Pacific was the dominant consumer of the market. This region is also expected to
be the fastest-growing market, owing to growing demand from developing economies for
automobile, mining, and coating industries. The increasing number of mining operations and
upcoming government projects in China and India are providing a lucrative opportunity for the
growth of the market in the future. The United States is expected to continue being the leading
country in North America. Robust growth in the mining industry is expected to favor the market
growth over the forecast period. Copper mining has been a major activity in the United States,
with vast deposits of copper available in the country.
Key Developments in the Market
September 2017: Celanese Corporation announced the increase in prices of its acetyl
derivatives. The product price of MIBC had increased by USD 0.08 (USD/lb).
May 2017: Sumitomo Chemical announced that it is establishing a new manufacturing and sales
base for polypropylene (PP) compounds in the city of Chengdu, Sichuan Province, to strengthen
the Automotive Materials business in China. MIBC is used as a plasticizer in these compounds.