Cellulose Acetate (Production Rate – 900 TPA)

CELLULOSE ACETATE (PRODUCTION RATE – 900 TPA)

[EIRI/EDPR/4596] J.C.: 2813XL

Cellulose Acetate is an amorphous, colorless, transparent, glossy, and moderately hard thermoplastic with good clarity but has only moderate chemical resistance and UV stability. Owing to its high moisture absorption the usual difficulties of dimensional changes arise.

Cellulose acetate is an insoluble cellulose derivative regarded as a nontoxic, nonirritant, and biodegradable material. It is heat-resistant and less hygroscopic. Cellulose acetate is partially acetylated cellulose, in which the acetyl content ranges from 29.0% to 44.8%, corresponding to mono-, di-, and triacetate.

Cellulose acetate is the most important cellulose ester. The cellulose is first ‘activated’ in aqueous acetic acid to ensure uniform acetylation. It is then dehydrated and reacted with acetic anhydride using a catalyst (e.g., sulfuric acid) in a solvent (e.g., anhydrous acetic acid)

Cellulose acetate (CA) in combination with plasticizers, such as diethyl and dimethyl phthalate, produces a plastics material which can be heat softened and forced under pressure into a cool mould. CA plastics are tough with deep gloss and high transparency. They possess a ‘feel’ which is different to other plastics and which is often described as more ‘natural.

The global cellulose acetate market was valued at USD 5.07 billion in 2021 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.0% during the forecast period. Cellulose acetate is used as a substitute for plastic across various industries as it is biodegradable. It is chemically produced made by the reaction of cellulose with acetic anhydride & acetic acid in the presence of a catalyst. The major factors propelling the growth of the industry globally include the growth in developing economies, technological advancements across various applications, and growth in the product requirement. The rising demand for natural plastics on account of their characteristics is further expected to drive the cellulose acetate market growth.

It is intended to prepare a Feasibility Report to install 900 Tons/Year Cellulose Acetate production facility as a Green Field Project. 

COST ESTIMATION

Plant Capacity            3 MT/Day  

Land & Building (3015 sq.mt.)    Rs. 3.83 Cr    

Plant & Machinery                    Rs. 1.52 Cr 

Working Capital for 0.5 Months    Rs. 84 Lac 

Total Capital Investment          Rs. 6.66 Cr 

Rate of Return                          53%

Break Even Point                      54%

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

PROPERTIES/SPECIFICATIONS

APPLICATIONS 

MARKET OVERVIEW

BIS SPECIFICATION

INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING PROCESSES

FORMULATION

MANUFACTURING PROCESS

PROCESS PARAMETERS

ENGINEERING DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS

PLANT & MACHINERY (BROADLY)

POTENTIAL TURNKEY PLANT/EQUIPMENT SUPPLIERS

POTENTIAL RAW MATERIAL SUPPLIERS

ETP FACILITY

SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER EFFLUENT 

WASTE GENERATION & MANAGEMENT/GREEN BELT

UTILITIES PER MONTH (ESTIMATED)

PRINCIPLES OF PLANT LAYOUT

PLANT LOCATION FACTORS

HEALTH SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT

ANTICIPATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS 

SAFETY & OCCUPATIONAL MEASURE 

PROPOSED IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE

PROJECT FINANCIALS

PRELIMINARY LAYOUT

CONCLUSIONS

APPENDIX – A:

01. PLANT ECONOMICS

02. LAND & BUILDING

03. PLANT AND MACHINERY

04. OTHER FIXED ASSESTS

05. FIXED CAPITAL

06. RAW MATERIAL

07. SALARY AND WAGES

08. UTILITIES AND OVERHEADS

09. TOTAL WORKING CAPITAL

10. TOTAL CAPITAL INVESTMENT

11. COST OF PRODUCTION

12. TURN OVER/ANNUM

13. BREAK EVEN POINT

14. RESOURCES FOR FINANCE

15. INSTALMENT PAYABLE IN 5 YEARS

16. DEPRECIATION CHART FOR 5 YEARS

17. PROFIT ANALYSIS FOR 5 YEARS

18. PROJECTED BALANCE SHEET FOR (5 YEARS)