Imported VAM Price in Kandla

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.

Vinyl Acetate Monomer (VAM) prices in India rose by ₹2/kg due to higher feedstock costs and robust downstream demand. Supply constraints from limited shipments and INEOS's plant shutdown added upward pressure. Domestic VAM production resumed, reducing some import dependency. Seasonal growth in paints, coatings, and adhesives boosted market sentiment.

Domestic Vinyl Acetate Monomer (VAM) prices rose by ₹2/kg this week, driven by seasonal demand from paints and adhesives sectors and higher raw material costs. India’s VAM market, reliant on imports, sees increased trading activity and a demand surge from downstream applications like VAE-based paints.

Ethyl acetate markets showed mixed trends as acetic acid softened domestically but firmed in China. Ethanol prices surged on higher blending mandates, while methanol declined. Strong downstream demand and GST cuts for polymers are expected to boost momentum. Rising exports may create domestic shortages, keeping the outlook volatile yet firm.

IPA prices in India corrected to ₹80–84/kg amid oversupply from imports and weak sentiment linked to softer propylene and acetone values. Demand remains concentrated in pharmaceuticals and personal care, together forming half of consumption. Market outlook stays bearish short term, but recovery is expected as bulk drug output strengthens.

Acetone prices in India firmed to ₹60/kg amid stable supply and subdued demand. Imports matched domestic offers, while Asian benchmarks continued downward corrections. Feedstock costs declined, supporting production. Demand from bulk drugs remains weak, but personal care, adhesives, and inks are expected to drive recovery post-monsoon.

Methanol markets across Asia remained muted this week. India stood out as the strongest netback market, with sanctions on Iranian cargoes tightening availability and keeping prices firm near ₹30/kg despite cautious demand during a festive lull. Non-sanctioned sellers are largely sold out for September, leaving October offers pending, while global production shortfalls and diverted cargoes continue to shape regional trade flows.

Domestic toluene prices rose by ₹1/kg amid thin festive trading and limited supply. Demand from pharma, paints, and coatings stayed weak due to monsoon disruptions. Imports are expected to ease tightness later in August. Refinery margins remain pressured, while Asian benzene futures signal bearish sentiment, keeping the medium-term outlook cautious.

Curcumin prices surged 8–9% this week on supply disruptions from heavy monsoons and firm demand from pharma and nutraceuticals. Regulatory shifts, including the U.S. crackdown on artificial dyes, are driving global adoption of Curcumin E100. With tight feedstock availability and bullish fundamentals, buyers are advised to secure inventories early.