Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether (MTBE): Market Research Report
This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether (MTBE) in Thousand Tons. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for Europe, China, Middle East, and Rest of World. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2009 through 2017. A six-year historic analysis is also provided for these markets. The report profiles 24 companies including many key and niche players such as China Petrochemical Corporation, Enterprise Products Partners L.P, LyondellBasell Industries, Equistar Chemical LP, PetroChina Company Limited, Saudi Basic Industries Corporation, Saudi Arabia Petrochemical Company, and TPC Group. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are mostly extracted from URL research and reported select online sources
Contents
1. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONStudy Reliability and Reporting Limitations
Disclaimers
Data Interpretation & Reporting Level
Quantitative Techniques & Analytics
Product Definitions and Scope of Study
2. MARKET OVERVIEW
MTBE Market Snapshots
Global Consumption Statistics
Table 1: Global MTBE Consumption by Region (2011) (in ‘000 Tons) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Global Fuel Ethers Market – An Insight
Table 2: Global Fuel Ethers Market by Type (2010): Percentage Share Breakdown of Consumption for MTBE, ETBE, TAME, and TAEE (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Changing Landscape of the MTBE Market
Developing Countries Sustain Demand
Declining Demand in Developed Nations
US – A Net Exporter
Europe: Regulations Driving Shift from MTBE to ETBE
Price Fluctuations
Impact of Methanol Consumption on MTBE Market
Innovative Technologies for Conversion of MTBE Plants
Competitive Landscape
Table 3: Leading Players in the Global MTBE Market (2009): Percentage Share Breakdown of Production Capacity for SABIC, LyondellBasell, Sinopec, Petrochina, Shell, Huntsman, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
3. MTBE PRODUCTION AND PRODUCTION CAPACITY
Global MTBE Production – An Overview
Table 4: World Current & Future Analysis for Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether by Geographic Region – China, Middle East and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Production in Thousand Tons for Years 2011 through 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 5: World 10-Year Perspective for Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Production Volume for China, Middle East and Rest of World Markets for Years 2011, 2015 & 2020 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Production Capacity
Table 6: Leading MTBE Producing Countries Worldwide (2010) – Ranked by Production Capacity (In Kilotons Per Year) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Global Capacity Utilization Rates
4. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Introduction
Physical Properties
Applications
MTBE as Anti-Knocking Agent
Comparison of MTBE and Ethanol as Oxygenate
MTBE as Solvent
Alternatives to MTBE
Environmental and Health Concerns
MTBE Leakage and Groundwater Pollution
Harmful Effects on Human Body
Elimination of MTBE
Recommendations for Protection
5. RECENT INDUSTRY ACTIVITY
CNOOC Starts DCC Project in Hainan
Yansab Commences Operations of Petrochemical Complex in Saudi Arabia
Jinao Science & Technology Chemical Industry Starts New Facility
Chicago Bridge & Iron Secures Contract for Petrochemical Complex in India
6. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
China Petrochemical Corporation (Sinopec Group)
Enterprise Products Partners L. P. (US)
LyondellBasell Industries (Netherlands)
Equistar Chemical LP (US)
PetroChina Company Limited (China)
Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (Saudi Arabia)
Saudi Arabia Petrochemical Company (UAE)
TPC Group (US)
7. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
Table 7: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether by Geographic Region – Europe, China, Middle East and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Consumption Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2009 through 2017 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 8: World Historic Review for Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether by Geographic Region – Europe, China, Middle East and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Consumption Figures in Thousand Tons for 2003 through 2008 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 9: World 15-Year Perspective for Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether by Geographic Region – Percentage Breakdown of Consumption for Europe, China, Middle East and Rest of World Markets for Years 2003, 2010 & 2017 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8. EUROPE
A. Market Analysis
Overview
China to Offset Decline in MTBE Demand across Europe
Production Capacity
Table 10: Production Capacity of MTBE in Europe (2010) (Kilotons per annum) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Pricing Scenario of MTBE in Europe
Key Players
B. Market Analytics
Table 11: European Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether (MTBE) Market Analyzed with Annual Consumption Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2009 through 2017 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 12: European Historic Review for Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether with Annual Consumption Figures in Thousand Tons for 2003 through 2008 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
9. CHINA
A. Market Analysis
Outlook
Automotive Sector Drives MTBE Consumption
Gasoline Remains the Major Demand Driver
Uncertainty Prevails Over Long-Term Demand…
Driving Season Fuels Demand for MTBE
Volatile Crude Oil Prices Restrict MTBE Demand during Mid-2011
MTBE Production Capacity
Table 13: MTBE Production Capacity in China (2007-2010) (Million tons per annum) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 14: MTBE Demand by End-Use Segment in China (2010): Percentage Share Breakdown for Petrol Additive, Isobutylene, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Leading MTBE Producers in China
Table 15: Leading Domestic Producers of MTBE in China (2010): Percentage Share Breakdown of Production for Sinopec, CNCP, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 16: Capacity of Leading MTBE Producers in China (2010) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Strategic Corporate Developments
Key Players
B. Market Analytics
Table 17: Chinese Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether (MTBE) Market Analyzed with Annual Consumption Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2009 through 2017 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 18: Chinese Historic Review for Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether with Annual Consumption Figures in Thousand Tons for 2003 through 2008 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
10. MIDDLE EAST
A. Market Analysis
Overview
Strategic Corporate Developments
Key Players
B. Market Analytics
Table 19: The Middle East Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether (MTBE) Market Analyzed with Annual Consumption Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2009 through 2017 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 20: Middle East Historic Review for Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether with Annual Consumption Figures in Thousand Tons for 2003 through 2008 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
11. REST OF WORLD
A. Market Analysis
Outlook
United States
Overview
MTBE Production & Production Capacity
Table 21: MTBE Production in the US (2000-2008) (In Million Barrels Per Day) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 22: MTBE Production Capacity (BBL Per Day by Producer in the US (2010) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Pricing Scenario
Export Scenario
Table 23: MTBE Exports by Destination Country in the US (2011): Percentage Share Breakdown of Export Volume for Venezuela, Mexico, Chile, Singapore, Costa Rica, Argentina, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Asia-Pacific
Table 24: Leading Importers of MTBE in Asia (2009) - Ranked by Import Volume (in Tons Per Annum) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Pricing Scenario
Operating Rates Slip in Taiwan, Rise in Malaysia
Latin America
Key players
B. Market Analytics
Table 25: Rest of World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether (MTBE) Market Analyzed with Annual Consumption Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2009 through 2017 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 26: Rest of World Historic Review for Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether with Annual Consumption Figures in Thousand Tons for 2003 through 2008 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Total Companies Profiled: 24 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 27)
Region/CountryPlayers
The United States8
Europe
The United Kingdom
Spain
Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan)
Latin America
Middle East Skip to top