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I asked Google to look for acetate ...
An initial search gave an amazing number of results...
I get the impression this has been the subject of intense interest for quite some time.
Cultivating Crops, No Sun Required - Modern Farmer
Researchers got around the need for sunlight by using an electrocatalytic process in which water, electricity and carbon dioxide are used to produce acetate. The acetate then replaces the plant's need for glucose, which plants create and consume as part of traditional photosynthesis.Jul 28, 2022Cultivating Crops, No Sun Required - Modern Farmer
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by EC Hann · 2022 · Cited by 76 — Electrochemically derived acetate was incorporated into a diverse variety of organisms grown for food, including algae, fungi and crop plants.Artificial photosynthesis | UDaily
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acetate as plant food from www.udel.eduJun 23, 2022 — In some plants, the acetate showed up in the plant's amino acids. In others, it was found in sugars the plant used as energy for growth. “It ...
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Here is another section of Google's search today:
Artificial photosynthesis can produce food without sunshine
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acetate as plant food from news.ucr.edu
Jun 23, 2022 — Food-producing organisms then consume acetate in the dark to grow. Combined with solar panels to generate the electricity to power the ...Feeding plants acetate (aquaponics forum at permies)
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Jun 29, 2022 — Here is a link to a project that makes acetic from air water and energy and feeds it to plants that use it to grow in complete darkness.Acetate Fertilizer | CultivAce Products
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Our extensive lineup comprises eight different acetate fertilizers, all meticulously formulated to meet the highest standards of quality and effectiveness.Acetate Technology Helps Phosphorus Issues
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Acetate Technology powered solutions like Riser® , Levitate® and Awaken® were developed purposely for the At-Planting fertilizer placement approach where the ...Artificial Photosynthesis - Paving the Way for Startling New ...
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Jul 28, 2022 — The acetate is collected and brought to the plant, where it's absorbed through the root system and metabolized. The production of acetate ...ReKovery - Potassium Acetate Fertilizer
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https://vlsci.com › products › rekoveryReKovery's potassium acetate fertilizer can be used as a safe foliar feed that stimulates root production, strengthens natural plant defenses against disease, and activates absorption.
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And here's another set of results:
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Custom Agronomicshttps://customagronomics.com › acetate
Acetate-based nutrients generally have superior foliar availability over traditional nutrients. Lower use rates and more efficient nutrient utilization are ...DIY Cal-Mag Fertilizer (Calcium Acetate) – Does It Work?
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acetate as plant food from www.gardenmyths.comMaking A Cal-Mag Solution. A cal-mag solution provides both calcium and magnesium to plants. To make such a solution start with the diluted calcium mixture and ...
No sun? No prob! A new process might soon grow plants ...
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acetate as plant food from www.snexplores.orgSep 7, 2022 — But the plant food it makes is acetate (ASS-eh-tayt), rather than sugar. And unlike photosynthesis, this plant food can be made using plain old ...
Growing Food in the Dark with Artificial Photosynthesis
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acetate as plant food from theunconventionalgardener.comJun 28, 2022 — Their two-step electrocatalytic process converts carbon dioxide, electricity, and water into acetate, the main component of vinegar. Food- ...
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Potassium (K) is required by a growing plant to stimulate early growth, ... Potassium Acetate has proven benefits beyond other K sources for liquid fertilizer ...
1 pageNHAce 9% Ammonium Acetate Fertilizer | CultivAce Products
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https://www.cultivacegrowth.com › nh4-ace-9-ammoni...Essential for Reproductive Functions: Ammonium nitrogen is crucial for various reproductive processes in plants. It plays a key role in flower development, ...
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acetate as plant food from www.wired.comJul 4, 2022 — Jinkerson thinks that if researchers can find a way to grow tomato plants that really thrive on acetate, it could be a much more energy- ...
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acetate as plant food from www.nationalgeographic.comAug 2, 2022 — However, the study did not show that whole plants can be grown entirely on acetate without access to sunlight—in fact, the researchers' ...
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acetate as plant food from singularityhub.comJul 1, 2022 — They used an electrolysis to convert carbon dioxide and water into acetate, a salt or ester form of acetic acid and a common building block for ...
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For Calliban ....
The membership of this forum is small at present, and we have plenty of room for new members.
I appears we have no one interested in agriculture, or even just growing plants, but we have plenty of room to add new members who ** are ** interested in the practical activities involved in growing plants.
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In other topics, there would appear to be concern about making acetate from water and CO2 using methanol as a transitory stage of processing.
The final product of the manufacture is acetate, which appears to be recognized as not only healthy, but in fact essential to plant physiology.
In the absence of feedback from anyone who might be concerned about how acetate is made, it occurred to me to wonder if the issue is the possible leakage of methanol molecules into the output flow from the process.
Now ** that ** seems to me to be a valid concern.
The floor here in this topic is wide open for any NewMars member to make a contribution to our better understanding of what the Chinese process is, and most importantly, to learning how they insure that no METHANOL molecules make their way into the acetate output flow.
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In August and September of 2026, members Void, Calliban and RobertDyck have been adding to our store of knowledge about food production without agriculture and even (in some cases) without photosynthesis.
This topic is about Acetate. This post is about the meaning of the word.
It turns out there are several categories of substances that are considered to be within the "acetate" family.
AI Overview
The commercial value of acetate is massive, spanning tens of billions of dollars globally across multiple chemical derivatives and specialized end-use industries. Because "acetate" can refer to acetic acid, industrial monomers, solvent esters, or consumer polymers, its exact value depends heavily on the specific market form.
Total Market Size by Type
The commercial market for acetate and its direct precursors is segmented into several multi-billion dollar categories:Acetic Acid (Precursor): Valued at $16.9 billion. It acts as the core chemical building block.
Vinyl Acetate Monomer (VAM): Valued at $12.3 billion. It is the largest downstream derivative of acetic acid.
Cellulose Acetate (Polymer): Valued between $1.92 billion and $6.85 billion depending on definitions. This form is popular for consumer goods and textiles.
Acetate Esters (Solvents): Individual solvent markets like N-Butyl Acetate and Ethyl Acetate are valued at roughly $1.16 billion and $4.0+ billion respectively.Market Overview and Commodity Prices
To understand how its commodity value translates to industrial trade, the table below showcases the commercial value across shared economic dimensions:
Acetate Variant Average Market Price (Per Metric Ton) Primary Commercial Benefit Key Industrial Trade-off
Acetic Acid $440 – $840 Cheap, ubiquitous chemical foundation. Corrosive; volatile feedstock tracking methanol.
Vinyl Acetate (VAM) ~$800 – $1,000 Essential for high-strength adhesives. Highly dependent on cyclical construction demand.
Ethyl Acetate $800 – $1,680 Low toxicity, fast evaporation solvent. Flammable; regulatory caps on VOCs.
Butyl Acetate $1,300 – $1,760 Premium formulation solvency power. High energy/production cost overhead.
Cellulose Acetate Varies by grade Biodegradable, silk-like, optics-grade. Expensive acetylation process to scale.
Where the Value is Generated
As reported by Prismane Consulting, “Vinyl acetate monomer (VAM) is the largest consumer of acetic acid followed by PTA... Acetate Esters and Acetic Anhydride are the third and fourth largest consumers...”
The commercial demand is driven by three primary sectors:Paints, Coatings, and Adhesives: VAM is polymerized into polyvinyl acetate (PVA) to create everyday wood glues, construction binders, and latex paints. Solvent-based acetates keep these formulas fluid for smooth application.
Consumer Goods & Sustainable Eyewear: Shifting away from petroleum plastics, premium brands heavily utilize cellulose acetate sheets. Because it is derived from plant-based wood pulp, companies can market it as a renewable, hypoallergenic, and biodegradable material for luxury sunglasses and jewelry.
Apparel & Home Textiles: Known as the "silk of artificial fibers," cellulose acetate brings premium drapery, sheen, and wrinkle resistance to dresses and garment linings at a fraction of the cost of natural silk.Actionable Strategic Outlook
If you are evaluating acetate as a raw material for production, focus your procurement or R&D strategy on bio-based variants. The market is experiencing a massive push toward alternative carbon sources. According to the industry insight on the Acetate Sheet Market via LinkedIn, “Environmental regulations and consumer demand for eco-friendly products are fueling growth in biodegradable acetate sheets.” Companies utilizing microbial fermentation or carbon capture to generate bio-acetate can bypass traditional volatile fossil fuel supply chains, unlocking a significant premium in consumer markets.
To help narrow this down for your business needs, tell me:Which specific type of acetate are you evaluating (e.g., fabric fiber, hard plastic sheets, or liquid solvents)?
What is your target end-use application?I can provide targeted supplier regions, manufacturing prerequisites, or compliance requirements.
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Esters. ... Acetate esters have the general formula CH 3CO 2R, where R is an organyl group. The esters are the dominant forms of a...
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Ethyl Acetate Market Size, Share, Growth | Global Report [2034]
Aug 10, 2026 — Ethyl Acetate Market Key Takeways ... Asia Pacific accounted for USD 2.5 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 2.7 billion...
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Cellulose Acetate Market Size, Share | Growth Report [2034]
Aug 3, 2026 — The global cellulose acetate market size was valued at USD 1.85 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow from USD 1.92 billion in ...Show all
What Is Acetate, and Is It a Lower-Impact Material?
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Sep 18, 2024 — Acetate is a versatile material used in everything from coat linings to sunglasses. it's thermoplastic—meaning can soften when heated and ...
What Is Acetate? Sustainability, Pros, and Cons - TRVST.world
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May 10, 2023 — Manufacturers also use acetate to make cigarette filters to clear nicotine and tar from cigarettes. Acetate production is cost-effective for ...
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Often referred to as the "silk of artificial fibers," acetate offers a luxurious drape and sheen that mimics natural silk at a fraction of the cost. Developed ...
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by P Gu · 2024 · Cited by 20 — The current market price of acetate is USD350–450/ton, which is a ... commercial microbial production of valuable chemicals from acetate.
The Environmental Pros and Cons of Acetate
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Jul 7, 2021 — Acetate is a thermoplastic found in upholstery, sunglasses, and other common items. Learn exactly how sustainable this substance is.
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by D Kiefer · 2021 · Cited by 234 —Acetate represents a highly attractive, alternative microbial carbon source for industrial biotechnology. acetate (300–450 $ per ton)
with a demand of over 18 ...
Understanding Acetate Material
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Sep 26, 2024 — Acetate is a semi-synthetic material made primarily from cellulose, a natural polymer derived from plants, most commonly wood pulp or cotton ...
The above is output from Google Search. I looked carefully and did not see any mention of use of acetate for food production. Any activity along those lines must be dwarfed by the industrial applications shown in the search results.
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