Methyl acetate News & Market Updates

Cost and Profit Analysis of Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) on September 17, 2026

1d ago

Chempricehub reports PVA’s theoretical weekly cost at RMB 8,836.58/ton, derived from vinyl acetate production costs. With Great Wall Energy & Chemical’s listed...

China's methyl acetate market has been expanding steadily. In 2022, domestic production reached approximately 1.289 million tons, up 7.0% year-on-year, while consumption grew 6.6% to about 1.027 million tons, implying a modest surplus. Average prices rose to around 4,100…

W Wei Zhang on Aug 30, 2026

Methyl acetate is gaining ground as a preferred solvent due to its favorable balance of properties. Compared with acetone, it offers similar dissolving power but with lower toxicity and less irritation, making it safer for workers. Against ethyl acetate, methyl acetate provides…

J James Morrison on Aug 21, 2026

Methyl acetate prices in China have spiked sharply, tracking a broader acetic acid rally. On February 22, domestic acetic acid prices jumped 13.75% day-on-day to around 5,997 yuan/ton, with February gains nearing 20%. Methyl acetate followed suit, rising 12.15% to 6,000…

M Marcus Hayes on Aug 13, 2026

2026 Ethanol Post-Holiday Outlook

on Apr 29, 2026

The ethanol market shows divergent trends: biological fermentation profits decline while coal-to-ethanol remains profitable. Demand splits—baijiu weakens,...