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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29 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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2 months 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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Pyridine Market Mixed: 2-Picoline Demand Steady; 3-Picoline Weakens on Niacinamide Slowdown
The Indian Pyridine market showed a mixed trend this week. While 2-Picoline prices remained supported by seasonal agrochemical demand, 3-Picoline saw price weakness due to subdued Niacinamide consumption. Jubilant Life Sciences ramped up Niacinamide output, potentially increasing supply. Overall sentiment remains cautious, with selective downstream sectors driving demand.
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1 day agoVAM
Indian VAM Prices Dip on Sluggish Demand; Supply Set to Improve with Celanese Restart
Vinyl Acetate Monomer (VAM) prices in India declined by ₹1/kg due to weak demand from paints and adhesives sectors. While April saw tight supply, upcoming shipments and Celanese’s plant restart are expected to ease concerns. Market participants anticipate further price corrections as demand slows and importers hold off on fresh buys.
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4 days agoToluene
Indian Toluene Market Sees Price Correction on Weak Crude, Tepid Demand
Toluene prices in the domestic Indian market saw a downward revision of ₹1/kg, as importers adjusted rates amid falling crude benchmarks and sluggish downstream demand. Bulk deals from importers were quoted at ₹64.50++ per kg (ex-Kandla) and ₹65.50++ per kg (ex-Mumbai) for 60-day payment terms. Meanwhile, trader offers were reported at ₹66++ per kg (ex-Mumbai) and ₹65.75++ per kg (ex-Kandla) under similar credit terms.
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5 days agoAcetic AcidEthyl AcetateMethanol
COVID Spike Lifts FOB China Acetic Acid to $340/MT
FOB China Acetic Acid surged $20 to $340/MT amid restocking triggered by rising COVID cases. However, Indian prices fell ₹1–1.5/kg due to weak demand and ongoing shutdowns at major plants. Inventory tightness and pharma sector demand could trigger a sharp rebound. Traders are actively building stocks ahead of June.
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7 days agoEthyl Acetate
Diketene Derivatives Prices Hold Firm Amid Volatile Feedstock Costs
Diketene derivatives like EAA and MAA held steady as rising feedstock costs and strong downstream demand supported prices. Pharma and seasonal agrochemical demand kept offtake buoyant. Ethyl acetate surged 4% amid tight supply, while methanol and sodium methoxide stayed firm. Prices are expected to remain bullish through May 2025.
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11 days agoAcetic Acid
Acetic Acid Prices Firm on Vessel Delay Speculation
Acetic Acid prices in India rose by ₹2/kg amid concerns over vessel delays and tight supply. Importers and traders are holding back large-volume offers, anticipating further escalation. Despite subdued demand from Ethyl Acetate and Acetic Anhydride producers, strong offtake from bulk drugs and MCAA sectors is supporting bullish sentiment. Market eyes further price rebound.
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12 days agoEthyl Acetate
Ethyl Acetate Output Hit by Feedstock Shortages and Laxmi Organics Shutdown
Ethyl Acetate prices in India increased sharply amid escalating feedstock costs, limited raw material availability, and upcoming production shutdowns. Key producers raised offers by ₹1–2/kg. With Acetic Acid and Ethanol prices surging and logistics costs climbing, market participants expect further price gains. Demand from downstream industries remains robust, supporting bullish sentiment.
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