Boston, MA -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/28/2016 -- Propylene oxide is a chemical intermediate used in the polyurethane and solvents industry. It is manufactured from raw materials such as propene, isobutene, and oxygen. It is also used in the etherification of wood, purification of organosilicon compound mixtures, and disinfection of crude oil products.

Technavio's analysts forecast the global propylene oxide market to grow at a CAGR of 3.51% during the period 2016-2020.

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The report covers the present scenario and the growth prospects of the global propylene oxide market for 2016-2020. The report provides data on the different segments of the market based on Production process

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-Chlorohydrin process
-PO/TBA
-PO-only cumene-based process
-PO/SM process

Technavio's report, Global Propylene Oxide Market 2016-2020, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. The report covers the market landscape and its growth prospects over the coming years. The report also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market.

Key vendors

-Asahi Glass
-BASF
-Dow Chemicals
-Huntsman
-LyondellBasell Industries
-Repsol
-Royal Dutch Shell.

Other prominent vendors

-SKC
-Sumitomo Chemical
-Ineos Oxide
-Balchem

Market driver

-Enhanced demand from polyurethane applications
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Market challenge

-Environmental concerns regarding the production of propylene glycol
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Market trend

-Capacity expansions in APAC and MEA
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Key questions answered in this report

-What will the market size be in 2020 and what will the growth rate be?
-What are the key market trends?
-What is driving this market?
-What are the challenges to market growth?
-Who are the key vendors in this market space?
-What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the key vendors?
-What are the strengths and weaknesses of the key vendors?

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Companies Mentioned in this Report: Asahi Glass, BASF, Dow Chemicals, Huntsman, LyondellBasell Industries, Repsol, Royal Dutch Shell, Ineos Oxide, Balchem, SKC, Sumitomo Chemicals

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