Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK)
Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK), also known as butanone, is a colourless liquid with a sweet odour. It is a highly efficient solvent known for its rapid evaporation r...





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10 days agoMEK
Price Correction Hits Indian MEK Market; Seasonal Recovery Expected Post-April
MEK import prices in India dropped by ₹3/kg to ₹88.50/kg (Ex-Kandla, 30-day credit), driven by weak downstream demand and ample inventories. Domestic Cetex prices stand at ₹90–92/kg (Ex-Chennai). Market sentiment remains cautious, though steady demand from printing inks and packaging sectors may stabilize prices post-April.
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1 month agoMEK
Indian MEK Market Sees Price Correction on Lower Replacement Costs
MEK prices in India dropped due to weak market sentiment and financial year-end sluggishness. While short-term prices remain under pressure, demand from printing inks and packaging sectors may support recovery post-March 2025.
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2 days agoToluene
India’s Toluene Market Sees Bearish Trend; Pharma Demand Signals May Revival
Toluene prices dropped by ₹1/kg this week due to weak sentiment and lower replacement costs. Despite soft liquidation, downstream demand—especially from pharma and coatings—is recovering. While margins remain under pressure, rising crude oil and demand may support price rebound. Importers remain cautious amid fluctuating market signals.
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3 days agoMethanol
Despite Lower Futures and Iranian Supply Pressure, Indian Methanol Demand and Liquidation Stay Firm
Domestic methanol prices dropped ₹0.50/kg amid healthy market activity and steady supply. Strong liquidation in Kandla and stable demand from formaldehyde and bulk drug sectors supported near-term stability. However, softening Asian futures and incoming Iranian cargoes signal a possible correction by mid-May 2025.
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4 days agoEthyl Acetate
Domestic Ethyl Acetate Producers Hike Prices Amid Feedstock Shortage and Shutdowns
Ethyl Acetate prices have surged up to ₹4/kg due to rising feedstock costs, production constraints, and higher freight rates. Manufacturers are cautious about large-volume deals amid supply uncertainties and a major shutdown. Substitution from Acetone is increasing demand. Price volatility is expected to persist through June 2025.
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7 days agoAcetone
India’s Acetone Prices Climb on Firm Seasonal Demand, Supply Tightness in May 2025
Acetone prices in India have increased by ₹2/kg due to tight supply, strong paint sector demand, and low port inventories. Domestic output remains constrained while downstream sectors like pharmaceuticals and diacetone alcohol rebound. Traders expect further price hikes, while producers are cautious amid low conversion margins and limited vessel arrivals.
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14 days agoEthyl Acetate
Ethyl Acetate Prices Climb as Acetic Acid Tightens; and Tariff Woes Add Pressure
Accordd Organics has hiked Ethyl Acetate prices by ₹1/kg to ₹70++/kg (Ex-Ahmednagar), amid a 6% rise in Acetic Acid costs and feedstock shortages caused by GNFC’s maintenance and import delays. With traders withholding offers and freight rates surging, the market faces ongoing volatility through Q2 2025.
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16 days agoToluene
Indian Toluene Demand Cools as Consumers Hold Off Amid Price Volatility (23rd-Apr-2025)
Toluene prices dropped ₹2/kg this week, reflecting weak demand and falling replacement costs. Import offers range between ₹64.50–66/kg, while spot costs have dipped to ₹57–58/kg. Demand remains subdued, especially from pharma and coatings sectors. Experts anticipate a recovery only if crude oil strengthens and seasonal demand improves.
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18 days agoAcetoneAcetic Acid
Mono Chloro Acetic Acid (MCAA) Market Holds Steady Amid Firm Acetic Acid Feedstock Prices
Mono Chloro Acetic Acid (MCAA) prices increased ₹0.5/kg across key markets following a sharp increase in Acetic Acid costs. While producers revised rates upward, trading offers also moved higher. Supply remains steady with strong downstream demand from agrochemicals, pharma, and surfactants. Market players expect stable prices ahead, though falling Acetic Acid costs and weaker global sentiment could soften the outlook.
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