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This section provides an overview for acetic acid as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 13 acetic acid manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked acetic acid companies as of December, 2024: 1.Hawkins, Inc., 2.FINAR, 3.Zhengzhou Batong Industrial Co., Ltd..
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Figure 1. Basic Information on Acetic Acid
Acetic acid, also known as ethanoic acid, is an organic compound that is the main ingredient in vinegar and a type of carboxylic acid. It is characterized as a typical weak acid, presenting as a clear, colorless liquid with a strong sour taste and pungent odor. Produced via chemical synthesis and bacterial fermentation, its synthetic production often involves the carbonylation of methanol, or through the dry distillation of wood.
Acetic acid's applications span from dyeing and synthetic vinegar to photo-fixing solutions. It is important to note that acetic acid-water mixtures are highly corrosive and require careful handling.
Acetic acid serves primarily as a raw material for chemical synthesis, contributing to the production of vinyl acetate, acetic anhydride, acetone, and various acetic esters and pharmaceuticals. It is instrumental in manufacturing synthetic resins from vinyl acetate and paints from acetic esters, with acetic anhydride acting as a significant acetylation agent for producing acetyl cellulose.
Beyond industrial applications, acetic acid enhances food flavors as a seasoning in vinegar, pickles, and sauces, and is used in flavoring and fragrance manufacturing.
With a melting point of 16.7°C and a boiling point of 118°C, acetic acid is miscible with water, ethanol, ethyl acetate, acetonitrile, chloroform, ether, and benzene, but insoluble in longer-chain hydrocarbons and carbon disulfide. High purity acetic acid, known as glacial acetic acid, crystallizes at low temperatures. Dehydration and condensation of acetic acid molecules result in acetic anhydride.
Figure 2. Structure of the Dimer of Acetic Acid
The molecular formula for acetic acid is CH3COOH, featuring carbon and oxygen atoms in the same plane, with bond angles of 119° for C-C-OH and C-C=O, and 122° for O=C-OH. Hydrogen bonding between acetic acid molecules forms a cyclic dimer, observable in gaseous state via electron diffraction and in solid state through X-ray crystallography. In its pure liquid state, acetic acid exists as dimers or polymers, forming dimers in nonprotic solvents and existing as monomers in protic solvents.
Acetic acid participates in neutralization reactions with bases, producing compounds such as potassium acetate when neutralized with potassium carbonate. It undergoes esterification when heated with alcohols in the presence of sulfuric acid, a process known as Fischer esterification. Additionally, acetic acid can react with chlorine under sunlight to form chloroacetic acid, along with dichloroacetic and trichloroacetic acids as byproducts.
Figure 3. Synthesis of Acetic Anhydride
Acetic anhydride, a carboxylic anhydride, is formed through the dehydration-condensation of acetic acid molecules. It is used as a raw material in the production of cellulose acetate fiber, pharmaceuticals like aspirin, and synthetic materials for fragrances and dyes.
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Hawkins, Inc. is a publicly owned company founded in 1938 and headquartered in Roseville, Minnesota. The company is a formulator, manufacturer, blender, distributor, and sales agent for thousands of industrial and reagent grade laboratory chemicals sold to municipalities and businesses. The company’s primary customers are in water treatment, manufacturing, food & dairy, and laboratory research. The company offers pre and after-market support including delivery special arrangements for unusual products as well as specialized delivery timing options to customers across the United States.
Global Chemical Resources, established in 2003, is a supplier of specialty chemicals, headquartered in Toledo, OH, the US. The company carries a wide range of chemical products for almost any industrial application, including cosmetics, oil, fire retardants, plating/manufacturing, paint/coating and many more. It specializes in delivering bulk chemicals of all kinds. This option allows its customer to make economical purchases with more flexibility. It also offers specialty chemical products based on customer specifications. With partners in China, Korea, India and Europe, and with partnerships among domestic manufacturers as well, it is able to offer a wide array of competitively priced chemicals.
Kanto Chemical Co. Inc., founded in 1944 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a reagent manufacturer with overseas affiliates in other countries, including China, France, USA, Taiwan, and Malaysia. Its product portfolio includes analytical reagents, ionic liquids, Iodine compounds, ultra-pure chemicals, and water analysis kits. The company is also developing regenerative medicine and genetics reagents and has over 50,000 products. It has several certifications, including ISO 9001, acquired in 1994, making it the first Japanese company in the reagent industry. Other certifications are ISO 14001, ISO 13485, and ISO/IEC 17025.
Junsei Chemical Co. Ltd., established in 1948 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a manufacturer of chemical reagents and chemical products, including commissioned synthesis of chemical products. Some of the products it makes include Sodium chloride solution, concentrated glycerin, calcium chloride, ascorbic acid, and nitric acid. The chemical products have a wide range of applications and can be used in pathological examination, as food additives, for analysis, and in the pharmaceutical industry. All its plants, including its research institute, are ISO4001 and ISO9001 certified, while its Saitama and Ibaraki plants are equipped with buildings that comply with GMP.
Kishida Chemical Co. Ltd., established in 1924 and headquartered in Osaka, Japan, is a manufacturer of reagents and high-purity chemicals and also does drug discovery support activities. Its product portfolio includes fine chemicals, research chemicals, ionic liquid, organic micro-analytical reagents, and chemical reagents for analysis. The products support several industries, including reagent business, battery material, drug discovery, and life science. The company is ISO 14001 certified and supplies several companies worldwide, including Meterion Advanced Chemicals Inc., Acros Organics, ChemBridge Corporation, Decon Laboratories, and InerBioScreen Ltd.
FINAR, founded in, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, in 1998 is a manufacturer of Laboratory Chemicals such as Pharmaceutical Excipients and Solvents, and Food Grade Additives. The company's product portfolio includes Dry solvents, AR/ACS reagents, FinSQ Food Grade Additives, Pharmaceutical Excipients, and Aqua Culture Chemicals. Their products are used in industries such as Food and Beverage, Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology, Chemical and Petrochemical, Environmental Testing and electronics. The company has a sales network across India and overseas in over 50 countries.
Merck, started in 1668 and based in Darmstadt, Germany, is a supplier of solutions and services for research, development, and manufacture of pharmaceutical and biotechnological drug therapies. The company serves the life science industry and has a broad portfolio of 300,000 products, including biopharmaceutical manufacturing, industrial microbiology, reagent, life science research, and water purification products. It is available in 66 countries, brings together six brands, and has several ISO certifications, including ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 13485, and ISO 50001.
LyondellBasell, formally established in 2009, is a global manufacturer of raw chemicals, polymers, and fuels, with regional headquarters in the USA, the UK, Hong Kong, and the Netherlands. The company's products include basic chemicals, plastic resins, and advanced chemical composites, which are used across various industries such as sports and leisure, infrastructure, packaging, agriculture, and automotive. As one of the largest plastics, chemicals, and refining companies in the world, LyondellBasell's custom solutions range from client-specific product design and production to full plant design and start-up services.
Nacalai Tesque Inc., founded in 1846 and headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, is a manufacturer of research chemicals, fine chemicals, diagnostics, and the related instruments. Some of its products include cytokines, nucleic acid electrophoresis, cell dissociation reagents, and sialic acid-related products, and it also offers custom and bulk service for bulk reagents and cell culture media. The company has more than 50 domestic distributors and several worldwide, including Asia, the Middle East, Oceania, Europe, and Africa. It is ISO 9001 and ISO 9002 certified, while the Kyoto South brand and Tesque factory are ISO 14001 certified.
Founded in 1981, Central Drug House Ltd. serves the scientific community via manufacturing and marketing a library of over 9,000 products to laboratory fine chemicals and dehydrated culture media with emphasis on purity and service. Examples are acids & bases, adsorbents, disinfectants, indicator papers, oils, and solvents. CDH provides bio chemicals, research chemicals, laboratory reagents, various solvents, stains & indicators, and dehydrated culture media. CDH is ISO 9001 certified and CDHs’ products are in compliance with specifications of IP, BP, USP, and EP standards.
Vizag Chemical International was founded in Andhra Pradesh, India, in 2011. Vizag Chemical International sells chemical-based products for many sectors including automotive, agriculture, airline, deodorizers, construction chemicals, boat maintenance, degreasers, detergents, drain clean products, greases, personal hygiene, lab chemicals and equipment, fuel treatment, metal treatment, tank cleaners, swimming pool and spa chemicals, scale removers, sewage chemical treatment, as well as raw chemicals. Vizag Chemical International also provides a range of services including chemical inspection, logistics, chemical usage supervision, as well as tank cleaning.
Anant Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., established in 2005, is a supplier of pharmaceutical impurity reference samples and custom synthesis and analytical services, based in India. The company delivers novel solutions to research and development teams. Their organic synthesis labs are equipped with modern equipment, designed with energy saving concept. Over the years, they have developed into a one-stop service provider for bespoke chemical synthesis and analytical services for a wide range of industries in India and abroad.
Zhengzhou Batong Industrial Co., Ltd. is a China-based supplier of a diverse range of chemical products, established in 2011. The company serves industries including chemicals, logistics, railways, precision equipment manufacturing, and more. Its portfolio includes an array of chemicals such as Phenolic Ketones, Methyl Ethyl Ketone, Cyclohexanone, Acetone, Ethylene Vinyl Acetate, among others. Its products find an use in supporting manufacturing, logistics, and maintenance operations across multiple industries, ensuring the smooth functioning of processes and facilitating the production of various goods and services.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hawkins, Inc. |
15.7%
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| 2 | FINAR |
11.7%
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| 3 | Merck |
11.7%
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| 4 | Zhengzhou Batong Industrial Co., Ltd. |
10.7%
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| 5 | KANTO CHEMICAL CO.,INC. |
9.6%
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| 6 | Global Chemical Resources |
9.1%
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| 7 | LyondellBasell Industries |
5.6%
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| 8 | Kishida Chemical Co.,Ltd. |
5.6%
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| 9 | Central Drug House |
4.6%
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| 10 | Junsei Chemical Co.,Ltd. |
4.6%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the acetic acid page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
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| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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Japan
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4 | 40.0% |
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India
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3 | 30.0% |
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United States of America
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2 | 20.0% |
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China
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1 | 10.0% |
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