Bizteka - INDUSTRY AND MARKET PROSPECT OF ETHANOL IN INDONESIA

This ebook from BIZTEKA Industry & Commodity (Edition 067, May 2021) provides an in-depth analysis of the chemical and non-oil and gas manufacturing industry in Indonesia, highlighting key trends, market dynamics, and industrial developments. The publication opens with an expert opinion discussing how the chemical and pharmaceutical sectors continue to grow despite declines in many other manufacturing industries, positioning them as potential drivers for economic recovery and industrial expansion. A major feature of the ebook is the comprehensive profile of the ethanol industry in Indonesia, covering product characteristics, production capacity, supply and demand trends, import–export developments, distribution systems, pricing structures, and relevant government policies. It also examines ethanol consumption across various industries such as cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, printing ink, paint, and other chemical sectors, along with projections of future demand and market opportunities.

In addition to market profiling, the ebook provides company insights and sectoral business analysis within Indonesia’s chemical industry. It includes a company profile of PT. Molindo Raya Industrial (MRI) and evaluates several industry developments such as production capacity utilization at PT. Emdeki Utama, the declining supply of titanium dioxide (TiO₂), phosphoric acid production performance at PT. Petrogres, and trends in exports and domestic consumption of chemicals including acrylic acid, azodicarbonamide, glycerine, and sorbitol. The report also presents supporting trade data, including overseas suppliers and import statistics for key commodities such as sulphur and ethyl alcohol. Concluding the publication is a technical and economic overview of a pre-designed magnesium sulfate factory project, detailing the production process, raw materials, utilities, safety and environmental management systems, and economic feasibility analysis, offering valuable insights for investors and industry stakeholders interested in chemical manufacturing development in Indonesia.