Abstract
Highlights
This report:
- Includes comprehensive data concerning feedstocks, biobased chemical
products, and end-use alternative chemical products along with processing
technology
- Provides profiles for the major product manufacturers
- Reviews end-use markets
- Discusses new technology and processing developments
- Details forecasts and market analysis for all product categories for the
U.S. and internationally
- Analyzes market information on product sales, cost savings alternatives
and international opportunities
- Reviews government regulations, patents and R&D
INTRODUCTION
STUDY GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
This study intends to provide a comprehensive and detailed analysis of the
current and forecasted market through 2013 for alternative chemicals and
processes that have emerged from the green chemistry movement. Green Chemistry
principles promote products and processes that are less harmful to humans and
the environment, rely on renewable resources, and offer cost efficiency to the
manufacturer and customers. This study contributes information and data that
provide a total picture of the industry presented herein.
The study intends to correlate data that has been calculated from many
sources, including manufacturers that participate in this market. The
objective of this study is to provide a comprehensive look at the alternative
chemical product and process industry with detailed information on
manufacturers; product markets from feedstocks to end-use; regulations;
patents; government, academic and commercial developments; and the global
marketplace.
REASONS FOR doing the STUDY
This study is intended to provide a comprehensive overview of the market for
alternative chemical products and processes. Public concern over pollution and
the negative impact on the environment from chemical production has stimulated
a growing demand for products that promote good environmental habits and
generate less waste, create less pollution, and promote sustainability. The
chemical industry is responsible for tens of thousands of products that are
used by consumers on a daily basis. It, therefore, has a huge impact on our
environment from the raw materials used to the consumption of finished
products and the final disposal of product waste. An emerging industry focus
based on the principles of Green Chemistry illustrates that technology is
shifting from a resource to a knowledge-based industry as manufacturers,
suppliers and customers become increasingly aware of how to make products
better while using less material resources and producing less toxic products
and byproducts.
This timely BCC study details the markets for alternative chemical products
that include biomass feedstocks, biobased chemical products, and end-use
alternative chemical products along with processing technology. It compares
the alternative and traditional chemical market, highlighting the move away
from petrochemicals as a primary feedstock. The international arena,
regulatory environment, and technology that directly affect opportunities for
alternative chemical products are extensively reviewed. The report covers a
broad spectrum of the chemical industry and provides a cohesive picture of the
overall alternative chemical product market with forecasts through 2013.
INTENDED AUDIENCE
This study should be of interest to anyone involved directly in the chemical
industry or interested in industrial markets. Manufacturers that are included
in the chemical supply chain, both downstream and upstream, will find vital
data and analysis on how the market is transitioning for a more competitive
marketplace. Those in chemical management and operations will find this study
useful for information concerning new processes and development that help
create more efficient standards. This report also will give chemical customers
insightful information into alternative product choices and the reason why
alternative chemical products are quality and cost-effective choices.
Likewise, those participating in research and development activities through
academic institutions, government programs, or private sector initiatives are
presented with new developments and technological advances in potential new
products and applications. Investors, banks, and legislators and others that
require information about alternative chemical markets and sustainable
alternatives will be able to use this study to assess the economic and
environmental benefits of this emerging chemical industry segment.
SCOPE OF REPORT
This timely BCC study details the markets for alternative chemical products
that include biomass feedstocks, biobased chemical intermediate products, and
end-use alternative chemical products along with processing technology. It
compares the alternative and traditional chemical market, highlighting the
move away from petrochemicals as a primary feedstock. The international arena,
regulatory environment, and technology that directly affect opportunities for
alternative chemical products are extensively reviewed. Major product
manufacturers are profiled and end-use markets are reviewed. Information
concerning new technology and processing developments are extensively
discussed. Detailed forecasts and analysis provide vital market information on
product sales, cost savings alternatives, and international opportunities in a
comprehensive manner.
Market forecasts are included for all product categories for U.S. production
as well as global production. The historical and current significance of
government regulations, patents, and research and development (R&D) will be
reviewed in their vital role in effecting the market dynamics of the
alternative chemical market with emphasis on future product sales. Information
concerning U.S. exports and leading globalized companies will be analyzed. The
report covers a broad spectrum of the chemical industry and provides a
cohesive picture of the overall alternative chemical product market with
forecasts through 2013.
INFORMATION SOURCES
This report is based on examining and calculating information from a variety
of sources to obtain data that is balanced in regard to historical statistics
and future predictions. This study forecasts the market' s growth through 2013,
and includes data for manufacturer sales; biobased feedstock, biobased
chemicals, and end-use products; and the effect of market dynamics,
regulation, and technology on product sales. Information is provided in terms
of manufacturer' s products, sales, and other vital information. Market
forecasts are expressed in current dollar values and market share percentages
forecasted through 2013. Information sources are also included that enlighten
the reader about the alternative chemical product market in broader terms.
This study is based on extensive research from a number of sources. These
include government agency resources, such as the Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) and Department of Energy (DOE); Department of Agriculture (USDA);
U.S. Trade Commission; and national and international trade associations and
journals and technical and product information from manufacturers, patent
examination, legislators, and researchers, and many organizations.
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