PUBLISHER: Coherent Market Insights | PRODUCT CODE: 1402550
PUBLISHER: Coherent Market Insights | PRODUCT CODE: 1402550
The global methanethiol market size was valued at US$ 8.86 Billion in 2023 and is expected to reach US$ 12.89 Billion by 2030, grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5% from 2023 to 2030.
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Base Year: | 2022 | Market Size in 2023: | US$ 8.86 Bn |
Historical Data for: | 2018 to 2021 | Forecast Period: | 2023 - 2030 |
Forecast Period 2023 to 2030 CAGR: | 5.50% | 2030 Value Projection: | US$ 12.89 Bn |
Methanethiol, also known as methyl mercaptan, is a volatile organic compound characterized by its distinct sulfur-like odor. It is commonly used as a flavoring agent in the food and beverage industry, a fragrance ingredient in perfumes and personal care products, a precursor in the production of pesticides for crop protection, and as an odorant in natural gas to aid in leak detection for safety purposes.
Growth of the chemical industry, advancements in agriculture techniques, increasing consumer preferences for novel flavors and scents, and the rising global population and food demand are major factors expected to drive growth of the global methanethiol market during the forecast period. Methanethiol is an important volatile organic sulfur compound in the global sulfur cycle, and it is involved in various processes related to sulfur in marine bacterioplankton and the production of metal sulfides. Methanethiol has been shown to have inhibitory effects on certain methanotrophic strains, and its toxicity can adversely affect methanotrophy and growth. Methanethiol is classified as an alkanethiol and has a role as a human metabolite and a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite. This compound's diverse roles and applications underscore its importance in various scientific and industrial contexts. Methanethiol is the principal component responsible for the aroma of certain products, such as Cheddar cheese. It plays a crucial role in analytical chemistry, particularly in the qualitative inorganic analysis of metal ions.
However, safety and handling concerns, environmental impact and sustainability, availability, and cost of feedstock are expected to hamper the growth of the global methanethiol market over the forecast period.