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This section provides an overview for methyl acetate as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 13 methyl acetate manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked methyl acetate companies as of December, 2024: 1.WEST INDIA CHEMICAL, 2.RAHA GROUP, 3.Kishida Chemical Co.,Ltd..
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Methyl acetate, with the chemical formula CH3COOCH3 and a molecular weight of 74.08, is an organic compound belonging to the family of acetic acid esters. It is the simplest ester with the lowest carbon number in this group and exhibits high solubility in water.
This clear, colorless, and flammable liquid has a distinctive odor. It is highly soluble in ethanol and can dissolve various metal salts.
Under regulatory frameworks like the Industrial Safety and Health Law, methyl acetate is categorized as a hazardous substance requiring labeling. Similarly, under the Fire Service Law, it falls under Class 4 Inflammable Liquid and Class 1 Petroleum Non-Water Soluble Liquid.
Due to its lipophilic (hydrophobic) nature, methyl acetate serves as a versatile solvent in both industrial and laboratory settings. Common applications include its use as a solvent for adhesives, paints, resins, and printing inks.
It finds further application as a solvent in nail polish removers, lacquers, and as a flavoring agent in fruits and other food products. However, it is worth noting that methyl acetate is not employed in food applications due to its higher toxicity compared to ethyl acetate.
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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.
Loba Chemie Pvt. Ltd. is a Mumbai-based manufacturer and supplier of laboratory and fine chemicals, catering to industries such as pharmaceuticals, food, research, hospitals, and universities since its establishment in 1975. Their product range includes pH indicators, biological stains, HPLC solvents, high purity acids, and tetrazolium salts and derivatives. These products serve various applications like pH testing, cell and tissue staining, chemical separation, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. The company has several certifications, such as ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and ISO 9001:2015.
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.
West India Chemical was established in 1995 and is based in Gujrat, India, as a manufacturer of marine and water treatment chemicals. The product portfolio of the company comprises defoamer, zinc iodide, baking soda, biocide antimicrobial, and alkalinity reducer, among others. The chemicals designed for use in gas recovery and liquified natural gas (LNG) plants to ensure gas purity for distribution and liquefaction are also used as x-ray opaque penetrants for industrial radiography and as staining agents in electron microscopy. The company caters to various industries, including automobiles, laboratories, construction, tank cleaners, power plants, and air lines.
Dubi Chem was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in the United Arab Emirates. The company is a marine chemical manufacturer based in Asia, serving marine, oilfield, water treatment, automotive, and shipping industries. The company’s product list includes hundreds of chemicals and finished products, ranging from wheel cleaners to skin care pastes to oil drilling chemicals. The company provides services such as inspections and cleaning specialists who provide dedicated tank cleanings preloading and post-delivery, logistics services, and private labeling options for OEMs and other manufacturers to self-label.
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.
Eastman Chemical was founded in 1920 and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee. The company is a manufacturer and distributor of specialty chemicals, including coatings, adhesives, fibers, and plastics for industries such as automotive, medical, manufacturing, and construction. The company operates through four segments: Additives & Functional Products, Advanced Materials, Chemical Intermediates, and Fibers segments. Additives & Functional Products include food and fertilizer-based products. Advanced Materials include films and other chemicals used in transportation and electronics. Chemicals include phthalate plasticizers and other plastic products. Fibers include cigarette filters and other products.
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.
RAHA GROUP, formed in 2011, is a producer and supplier of petroleum products, including Bitumen, Gilsonite, Paraffin wax, Petroleum jelly, Lubricant, and more. With ownership of a Gilsonite mine and Bitumen refinery in Iran, they offer a wide range of Bituminous products, Oxidized bitumen, Bitumen emulsion, and cutback bitumen. Additionally, they are shareholders of two major paraffin wax and petroleum jelly factories in Iran. The company conducts business in over 140 countries as a supplier of Bitumen, Gilsonite, and Paraffin. They provide FOB/CFR shipments to major world ports from offices in Dubai, Turkey, and Iran.
Henan GP Chemicals Co., Ltd., established in 2014 with its head office in Zhengzhou and a secondary office in Henan, China, is a distributor of chemical products from China. The company offers over 1,000 products, including chlorinated paraffin, isobutyl isobutyrate, and trioctyl trimellitate. Henan GP Chemicals Co., Ltd.'s main products are used in solvents, plastics and rubber, adhesives, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture. The company also provides custom services that include business-to-business distribution solutions for industrial and specialty chemicals around the world.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | WEST INDIA CHEMICAL |
15.5%
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| 2 | Eastman Chemical Co. |
9.8%
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| 3 | RAHA GROUP |
9.3%
|
| 4 | Wacker Chemie AG |
8.8%
|
| 5 | Kishida Chemical Co.,Ltd. |
8.8%
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| 6 | Henan GP Chemicals Co.,Ltd |
8.2%
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| 7 | LobaChemie Pct.Ltd. |
7.7%
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| 8 | DUBI CHEM MARINE INTERNATIOAL |
7.2%
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| 9 | Sontara Organo Industries |
6.2%
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| 10 | nacalai |
6.2%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the methyl acetate 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
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
India
|
3 | 42.9% |
|
Japan
|
2 | 28.6% |
Germany
|
1 | 14.3% |
| UAE | 1 | 14.3% |
