Itaconic Acid (IA) - Global Strategic Analysis 2016-2020 - Increasing Demand for Synthetic Rubber in Auto Industry Drives Demand for Itaconic Acid

Dublin, March 21, 2016 -- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/5blsqn/itaconic_acid) has announced the addition of the "Itaconic Acid (IA) - Global Strategic Analysis" report to their offering.

This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Itaconic Acid (IA) in US$ Thousand and Metric Tons. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2014 through 2020. Also, a seven-year historic analysis is provided for these markets.

Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs.

The report profiles 30 companies including many key and niche players such as

• Alpha Chemika (India)
• Chengdu Jinkai Biology Engineering Co., Ltd. (China)
• Itaconix Corporation (US)
• Jinan Huaming Biochemistry Co., Ltd. (China)
• Nanjing Huajin Biologicals Co., Ltd. (China)
• Qingdao Langyatai Group Co., Ltd. (China)
• Qingdao Kehai Biochemistry Co., Ltd. (China)
• Ronas Chemicals Ind. Co., Ltd. (China)
• Shandong Kaison Biochemical Co., Ltd. (China)
• Shandong Zhongshun Science & Technology Development Co., Ltd. (China)
• Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp. (US)
• Zhejiang Guoguang Biochemistry Co., Ltd. (China)

Key Topics Covered:

1. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW
Itaconic Acid
Most Promising Organic and Biodegradable Monomer with Unique Chemical Properties
Market Highlights
Market Outlook
Current & Future Analysis
Itaconic Acid- A Potential Renewable Chemical
Itaconic Acid Production from Bio-based Feedstock
A Major Breakthrough
Platform Chemicals: A key Segment in the Renewable Chemicals Industry
Growing Environmental Concerns Propel Demand for Itaconic Acids
High Cost- A Major Impediment
Advanced Technologies Provide Opportunities for Growth
Plants to Reduce Reliance on Fossil Resources
Public Sector to Play a Crucial Role in the Success of Renewable Chemicals
Success Requires Innovation, Cost Competitiveness, and Global Expansion
Introduction of Stringent Environmental Guidelines Propel Use of Itaconic Acid

2. GROWTH DRIVERS
Itaconic Acid Market Driven by Expanding End-Use Applications
Increasing Demand for SAP to Provide Significant Growth Potential for IA Market
Increasing Demand for Synthetic Rubber in Auto Industry Drives Demand for Itaconic Acid
Itaconic Acid to Grab Bigger Share of Automotive Plastics Market
Bio-Based Thermoplastics
A Highly Potential Market for IA
Surfactants Use Poly-IA as a Substitute for STPP to Minimize Toxic Levels
Rising Demand for Adhesives and Use of Eco-Friendly Material Offers Growth Opportunities for IA
IA Acts as Renewable Alternative in Expanding Paints and Coatings Industry

3. RENEWABLE CHEMICALS MARKET
Brief Introduction
Advantages of Renewable Chemicals
Chemical Industry Rapidly Adopting Green Technology
Europe
Leading Force in Renewable Chemicals Market
Emerging Markets
A Green Avenue for Renewable Chemicals
Dependence on Crude Oil: Major Driving Force
Expanding Application Scope

4. IA EVOLUTION AND PRODUCTION METHODS
Evolution of Itaconic Acid
Further Development of Itaconic Acid Using Bio-Base Materials
Biosynthesis of Itaconic Acid
Fermentative Production of Itaconic Acid
Submerged Fermentation
Use of Microorganisms
Aspergillus Terreus
Other Microorganisms
Substrates
Sugars or Starch
Agriculture Wastes and Organic Acid
Nutrients and Minerals
Aeration/Dissolved Oxygen
Fermentation Time/Temperature
Immobilization
Solid State Fermentation
Product Recovery

5. ITACONIC ACID PRODUCTION RESEARCH FINDINGS
Production of Itaconic Acid Using Aspergillus Terreus and Inexpensive Raw Materials
Experiment for Affordable Production of Itaconic Acid
Researchers Produce Itaconic Acid from Ustilago Maydis Using Agricultural Wastes
Benefits of Using Ustilago Maydis
Development Status of Novel Technique
Researchers Investigate Influence of Biomass Pretreatment on Itaconic Acid Yield Using Ustilago Maydis
Scientists Genetically Modified Aspergillus Niger to Produce Itaconic acid
Researchers Modify Aspergillus Terreus to Produce Itaconic Acid Using Liquefied Corn Starch
Genetic Engineering Holds Potential to Improve Itaconic Acid Production
Biosynthesis Pathway
Regulation of Itaconate Biosynthesis in Aspergillus Terreus

6. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Itaconic Acid
Chemical Attributes of Itaconic Acid
Chemical Structure
Physical and Chemical Properties of Itaconic Acid
Industrial Production of Itaconic Acid
Bio-Based Production of Itaconic Acid
Value Chain of Biobased Itaconic Acid
Advantages of Bio-Based Itaconic Acid Production
Opportunities for Bio-Based Itaconic Acid
Difference Between Bio-Based and Petrochemical-based Itaconic Acid
Bio-Based Itaconic Acid: Competitive Overview
Global Producers of Itaconic Acid by Type
Bio-Based and Industrial/Synthetic

7. FOCUS ON SELECT GLOBAL PLAYERS

8. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE

Total Companies Profiled: 30

The United States (4)
Japan (2)
Europe (1)
- The United Kingdom (1)
Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (23)

For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/5blsqn/itaconic_acid

CONTACT: Research and Markets
         Laura Wood, Senior Manager
         [email protected]

         For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470
         For U.S./CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630
         For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900

         U.S. Fax: 646-607-1907
         Fax (outside U.S.): +353-1-481-1716

         Sector: Chemicals