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October 18th, 2024

Formaldehyde Price | Prices | Pricing | News | Database | Chart

North America

In the second quarter of 2024, Formaldehyde prices in North America saw a largely positive trend. Several factors contributed to the price increase in April 2024, including rising Methanol feedstock prices, a surge in domestic and international demand, and a notable reduction in regional inventory levels. This imbalance between supply and demand forced producers to adjust prices upward. Export growth to Canada and South America further tightened the supply chain, adding additional upward pressure.

In the United States, which experienced the most significant price fluctuations, the overall trend was marked by strong demand and constrained supply. Seasonal factors also played a role, with heightened production and procurement activity during this quarter. The Formaldehyde market recorded a 37% year-over-year increase compared to the same quarter in 2023, driven by stronger market fundamentals and rising operational costs for producers. Prices also surged by 29% from the previous quarter in 2024, reflecting a combination of rising costs and bullish demand.

APAC

The Formaldehyde market in the APAC region also experienced significant price increases in the second quarter of 2024, driven by rising production costs and supply constraints. Methanol feedstock prices and utility expenses surged in May 2024, intensifying pressure on production units that struggled to meet the robust demand from downstream sectors like adhesives, resins, and textiles. Seasonal restocking efforts and geopolitical tensions disrupted supply chains, which, coupled with speculative trading, pushed prices higher in June 2024.

China, in particular, saw the highest price volatility in the region, with a 9% year-over-year price increase and a 3% rise from the previous quarter. Seasonal manufacturing cycles further amplified procurement activities, pushing prices higher.

Europe

In contrast, the European region saw a decline in Formaldehyde prices during the second quarter of 2024. Weak market fundamentals, including oversupply and sluggish demand from key industries like adhesives and textiles, drove prices downward. High inventory levels contributed to limited trading activity and cautious purchasing behavior among buyers.

Germany experienced the most significant price declines in the region, in line with broader market trends. Despite fluctuating Methanol prices, which typically support Formaldehyde markets, they were not enough to counteract the price drop. Prices in Germany fell by 4% from the previous quarter, reflecting growing market pressures and an overall bearish sentiment. The region remains burdened by persistent oversupply and declining demand, which have hindered any potential for price recovery.

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