Based on the availability of low cost stranded natural gas and the prospect of lower production for methanol costs due to "mega" scale plants, this report explores the idea of extending the methane value chain.
Information on prices, new capacity update, new developments in the market and industry structure(e.g., M&A), for July to September of 2000 for each geographic region
This study provides a comprehensive update of market structures, competition, supply/demand analysis, and trends in quality/specifications and business attractiveness for both finished lubricants and base oils in Asia.
It is likely that MTBE will be discontinued for use as a fuel oxygenate in the U.S. This report examines some potential oxygenated replacements based on a number of criteria. A forecast for the supply/demand of MTBE is also included.
Process technology/economics of epichlorohydrin are presented. Routes include conventional allyl chloride, Showa Denko allyl alcohol route, and speculative route based on Dow Chemical patent using acrolein as feedstock. Regional S/D forecasts are given.