Acetone.

The article offers information on acetone which is used in the manufacture of methyl methacrylate (MMA) and bisphenol A (BPA). Acetone is also used for solvent applications in pharmaceuticals manufacturing and demand for acetone is said to be weak. Manufacturing processes of acetone are based on the thermal decomposition of calcium acetate or the carbohydrate fermentation of corn starches and molasses. An increase in imports and reduced exports may address acetone shortages in the U.S.