Nantong Acetic Acid Chemical Co., Ltd., commonly referred to as Nantong Acetic Acid, is a leading player in the chemical industry, headquartered in Nantong, Jiangsu Province, China. Established in 2001, the company has made significant strides in the production of acetic acid and its derivatives, serving various sectors including textiles, plastics, and pharmaceuticals. With a strong operational presence across Asia and beyond, Nantong Acetic Acid is renowned for its high-quality products, including acetic acid, acetic anhydride, and other chemical intermediates. The company’s commitment to innovation and sustainability sets it apart in a competitive market, positioning it as a trusted supplier for numerous industries. Over the years, Nantong Acetic Acid has achieved notable milestones, solidifying its reputation as a key contributor to the global chemical supply chain.
How does Nantong Acetic Acid Chemical Co., Ltd.'s carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Nantong Acetic Acid Chemical Co., Ltd.'s score of 19 is lower than 66% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2020, Nantong Acetic Acid Chemical Co., Ltd. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 5,778,759,000 kg CO2e globally, with Scope 1 emissions at about 2,446,487,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions at around 3,332,272,000 kg CO2e. In Taiwan, the company’s emissions for the same year were approximately 916,112,000 kg CO2e, comprising about 111,551,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 804,561,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming for a 43% reduction in global greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 compared to 2019 levels, and a 60% reduction by 2035 to help limit global temperature rise to within 1.5 degrees Celsius. These targets encompass all scopes of emissions. Nantong Acetic Acid Chemical Co., Ltd. does not currently report Scope 3 emissions. The emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organization, indicating that the company independently tracks and reports its carbon footprint.
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| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,999,320,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 3,293,289,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 | 0,000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Nantong Acetic Acid Chemical Co., Ltd. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

