Methyl Methacrylate Production from t-Butanol
Methyl Methacrylate Production Costs Report | Issue D | Q3 2024
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120 kta United States-based plant | Q3 2024 | 107 pages |
This report presents a cost analysis of a 120 kta (kilo metric ton per annum) United States-based plant. You can add a customized cost analysis, assuming another location (country), when ordering a premium edition of this report.
Report Abstract
This study reviews the economics of a process for Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) production from t-Butanol. Initially, t-butanol is oxidized to metacrolein and then to methacrylic acid. Finally, the methacrylic acid undergoes esterification with methanol to generate MMA. The economic analysis performed is based on a plant constructed in the United States.
The report provides a comprehensive study of Methyl Methacrylate production and related Methyl Methacrylate production cost, covering three key aspects: a complete description of the Methyl Methacrylate production process examined; an in-depth analysis of the related Methyl Methacrylate plant capital cost (Capex); and an evaluation of the respective Methyl Methacrylate plant operating costs (Opex).
The Methyl Methacrylate production process description includes a block flow diagram (BFD), an overview of the industrial site installations, detailing both the process unit and the necessary infrastructure, process consumption figures and comprehensive process flow diagrams (PFD). The Methyl Methacrylate plant capital cost analysis breaks down the Capex by plant cost (i.e., ISBL, OSBL and Contingency); owner's cost; working capital; and costs incurred during industrial plant commissioning and start-up. The Methyl Methacrylate plant operating costs analysis covers operating expenses, including variable costs like raw materials and utilities, and fixed costs such as maintenance, labor, and depreciation.
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Product
Methyl Methacrylate. Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) is a critical monomer used in the production of acrylic plastics, coatings, and adhesives. It is known for its transparency and impact resistance, making it ideal for use in automotive, construction, and optical applications. MMA is produced via the esterification of methacrylic acid and methanol. It is stored as a liquid and is crucial to industries focused on durable, clear, and weather-resistant products.
Raw Materials
Methanol. Methanol is one of the most important chemical raw materials, used as a solvent, starting material in the production of chemicals and in the fuel sector. Currently, more than 95% of commercial methanol is synthetically produced from synthesis gas, or syngas, which is a mixture of hydrogen and carbon monoxide.
Tert-Butyl Alcohol. Tert Butyl Alcohol is an organic solvent and intermediate used in the production of methyl tert-butyl ether and in the synthesis of perfumes and pharmaceuticals. Its high solubility in water makes it useful in various chemical reactions. Tert butyl alcohol is produced as a byproduct of isobutylene oxidation and is stored as a liquid. Its use is expanding in the fuel and chemical manufacturing industries.
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Plant Capital Cost Summary
Summary outlining the capital cost required for building the Methyl Methacrylate production plant examined
Plant Capital Cost Details
Detailing of fixed capital (ISBL, OSBL & Owner’s Cost), working capital and additional capital requirements
Plant Cost Breakdowns
Breakdown of Methyl Methacrylate process unit (ISBL) costs and infrastructure (OSBL) costs; plant cost breakdown per discipline
Operating Costs Summary
Summary presenting the operating variable costs and the total operating cost of the Methyl Methacrylate production plant studied
Operating Cost Details
Detailing of utilities costs, operating fixed costs and depreciation
Plant Capacity Assessment
Comparative analysis of capital investment and operating costs for different Methyl Methacrylate plant capacities
Production Process Information
Block Flow Diagram, descriptions of process unit (ISBL) and site infrastructure (OSBL)
Process Consumptions
Raw materials and utilities consumption figures, by-products credits, labor requirements
Process Diagrams
Process flow diagrams (PFD), equipment list and industrial site configuration
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