Acetol (also known as hydroxyacetone) is the organic chemical with the formula CH3C(O)CH2OH. It is used as organic intermediates because it contains bothhydroxyl and carbonyl functional groups and mainly use to produce polyols and acrolein.According to Gen Consulting Company, global acetol market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.28% during the forecast period 2020-2026. Growing potential for acetol in pharmaceuticals industry is the chief contributor for the growth of the market.

The acetol market is segmented on the basis of application, and region. By application, the acetol market is classified into Chemical Intermediates, Pharmaceuticals. On the basis of region, the acetol industry is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America and MEA (the Middle East, and Africa).

By Application:

  • Chemical Intermediates
  • Pharmaceuticals



By region, the market is analyzed across North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa and South America. This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional & country level from 2020 to 2026.

  • North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico, etc.)
  • Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Korea, Australia, Indonesia, Taiwan, Thailand, etc.)
  • Europe (Germany, UK, France, Italy, Russia, Spain, etc.)
  • Middle East & Africa (Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Egypt, Nigeria, UAE, Israel, South Africa, etc.)
  • South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Venezuela, Peru, etc.)



The market research report covers the analysis of key stake holders of the global acetol market. Some of the leading players profiled in the report include:

  • Archer Daniels Midland Company
  • BASF SE
  • DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products Company, LLC
  • Global Bio-chem Technology Group Co., Ltd.
  • Huntsman Corporation
  • LyondellBasell Industries N.V.
  • SKC Co., Ltd
  • Temix International S.R.L.
  • The Dow Chemical Company


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The base year of the study is 2019, and forecasts run up to 2026.

Research Objective

  • To analyze and forecast the market size of global acetol market.
  • To classify and forecast global acetol market based on application, and region.
  • To identify drivers and challenges for global acetol market.
  • To examine competitive developments such as expansions, mergers & acquisitions, etc., in global acetol market.
  • To conduct pricing analysis for global acetol market.
  • To identify and analyze the profile of leading players operating in global acetol market.



The report is useful in providing answers to several critical questions that are important for the industry stakeholders such as manufacturers and partners, end users, etc., besides allowing them in strategizing investments and capitalizing on market opportunities. Key target audience are:

  • Manufacturers of acetol
  • Raw material suppliers
  • Market research and consulting firms
  • Government bodies such as regulating authorities and policy makers
  • Organizations, forums and alliances related to acetol