Acetic Acid
As its name suggests, acidic acid is an organic compound that is colorless and acidic. Acetic acid is mainly derived from methanol via the carbonylation. The la...
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Indian DEG Market Sees Price Adjustments as Paints & Agrochemicals Drive Demand
DEG prices saw minor adjustments, with importers reducing rates by ₹1/kg while IOCL raised prices marginally. Despite ample inventories, stable demand from paints and agrochemicals kept the market balanced.
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Domestic Methanol and Acetic Acid Prices at Par, Creating Market Buzz
Methanol prices surged by ₹2/kg due to an unplanned plant shutdown and Iranian shipment concerns. Despite adequate inventory, market uncertainty has driven up prices. However, weak downstream demand and declining futures indicate potential corrections. Buyers are advised to remain cautious before making bulk inventory decisions.
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Acetic Acid Prices on the Rise – Is the Market Heading for a Bullish Run?
Acetic Acid prices have risen by ₹1/kg due to strong downstream demand and supply constraints. Traders are quoting even higher spot rates. Major plant shutdowns in March-April 2025 may tighten supply, keeping prices bullish. Buyers should plan inventory as market volatility is expected in the coming weeks.
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Acetyl Market Struggles Amid Rising Ethanol Costs & Surging Ethyl Acetate Deman
Ethyl Acetate prices in India have risen by ₹0.5/kg, driven by higher ethanol and feedstock costs. Reduced production rates and increasing demand from paints and packaging are adding upward pressure. With Acetic Acid prices volatile and bulk buyers securing inventories, market conditions remain tight, signaling further price hikes ahead.
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GNFC Raises Acetic Acid Prices on Tight Supply and Lunar New Year Disruptions
Acetic Acid prices surged to ₹40.50/kg as GNFC raised prices amid higher Methanol costs and robust downstream demand. Limited vessel availability and plant shutdowns are tightening supply, while growing demand from Acetyl product expansions drives bullish market sentiment. Importers and manufacturers brace for potential further increases, intensifying market volatility.
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Supply Suffers Loom as Chinese New Year Nears: Acetic Acid Prices on the Rise
Acetic Acid prices rose domestically by ₹1.5/kg, influenced by higher import costs, supply constraints, and surging FOB China prices. Domestic demand surged 26% in 2024, driven by new production capacities.
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Mono Chloro Acetic Acid (MCAA) Market Trends: Price Spike Amid Rising Feedstock Acetic Acid Rates
Mono Chloro Acetic Acid (MCAA) prices have increased by ₹3/kg due to rising Acetic Acid costs. Strong demand from agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors, particularly for 2,4-D and Ibuprofen production, supports this trend. Indian manufacturers operate at high capacities, and experts predict continued price hikes amidst robust demand and elevated feedstock costs.
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Importers Anticipate a Significant Surge in Acetic Acid Prices: Will the Market Rebound as Expected?
Acetic Acid prices in India have risen due to higher replacement costs driven by surging FOB China prices. While supply remains tight and producers face conversion losses, demand from dyes, pigments, and expanded production capacities is bolstering market activity. Upcoming Chinese New Year holidays may further disrupt supply chains.
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Escalating Iran-Israel Tensions Drive Up Methanol, Acetic Acid, Ethyl Acetate and Toluene Prices Amid Supply Uncertainty
Escalating conflict between Iran and Israel has significantly impacted domestic market dynamics today, leading to heightened market uncertainty. Shipments of methanol and toluene from Iran have been put on hold, triggering strong reactions within the market. As Iran is a key supplier, especially to China, which relies heavily on Iranian methanol for acetic acid production, supply disruptions are expected to challenge downstream sectors, including ethyl acetate and acetic anhydride, now under increased scrutiny and speculation.
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