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May 28th, 2025

Glyoxylic Acid Prices Index: Trend, News, Graph and Demand

The global Glyoxylic Acid market experienced a cautiously bullish trajectory in the first quarter of 2025, reflecting a complex interplay of supply chain constraints, resilient end-use demand, and cost-driven pricing fluctuations across major regions. In North America, the quarter began with relatively stable pricing conditions as post-holiday demand remained muted and inventories were sufficient. However, by mid-January, logistical disruptions began to exert upward pressure on prices. A significant contributing factor was the shortage of Nitric Acid, largely due to low water levels in the Mississippi River that impaired transport routes. This created a domino effect across the supply chain, resulting in tightening availability and gradual price escalation. Despite consistent demand from the pharmaceutical and agricultural sectors, the market managed to stay balanced toward the end of January.

As February unfolded, extreme winter conditions in parts of the United States disrupted production, adding a layer of complexity to an already constrained supply scenario. While broader consumer spending showed signs of contraction, niche sectors such as cosmetics and personal care remained resilient. Skincare and makeup products continued to experience stable consumption patterns, driven by seasonal trends and sustained interest in personal well-being. Logistical issues, including a shortage of chassis and proactive procurement strategies, led buyers to stock up on Glyoxylic Acid in anticipation of extended supply chain disruptions. This buying behavior further supported the upward momentum in prices. By March, although weather-related disruptions began to ease and domestic production gradually recovered, market fundamentals continued to exhibit a bullish undertone. The imposition of tariffs on imported chemicals bolstered demand for locally sourced products. Despite ongoing inflationary pressures and some softening in cosmetic sector demand, the core applications in agriculture and pharmaceuticals maintained their strength. This helped keep the market sentiment firm and resulted in a quarterly price increase of 1.4%, with U.S. benchmark prices reaching approximately USD 1,624 per metric ton FOB Louisiana by the end of March.

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In Europe, the Glyoxylic Acid market demonstrated a more aggressive bullish trend through the quarter. Initially, prices were steady as the region adjusted from the holiday slowdown. However, a significant policy shift by the European Union, introducing anti-dumping duties on Chinese Glyoxylic Acid imports, acted as a key catalyst in transforming market dynamics. The move effectively curtailed a major external supply source, leading to a sudden tightening of available volumes in the region. Domestic producers struggled to bridge the supply gap due to high production costs fueled by rising energy prices and expensive feedstocks, especially Nitric Acid and upstream Ammonia. Despite modest initial demand, consumption from the cosmetics, personal care, and agrochemical sectors remained consistent and helped stabilize prices.

February saw further tightening as international demand picked up. Buyers from countries like India and the United States turned to Europe amid their own regional challenges, leading to increased export activities. This surge in international orders coincided with logistical disruptions such as delayed vessels and constrained port capacities, exacerbating the strain on available inventories. Procurement remained cautious but steady, with buyers opting for smaller, more frequent orders to navigate pricing volatility. Innovation within the cosmetics industry and preparations for the upcoming summer season also contributed to a modest increase in downstream demand. Although prices plateaued briefly in early March, the overall momentum remained upward. The quarter closed with a 4.27% increase in regional prices, particularly pronounced in Germany, where FOB Hamburg values touched USD 3,769 per metric ton.

The Asia-Pacific region mirrored a largely bullish sentiment in its Glyoxylic Acid market throughout the first quarter of the year. January marked strong price increases driven by robust seasonal demand from key downstream sectors, including cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals. The run-up to the Lunar New Year created a significant pull on inventories as buyers rushed to restock. This was further amplified by intermittent logistical disruptions, especially in northern China, where weather-related slowdowns affected plant operations. Despite relatively high production levels, the temporary outages created perception-driven shortages, keeping the market tight. The personal care segment, especially suncare and anti-aging products, saw heightened demand due to growing consumer awareness of skin health and climate impact, contributing further to the bullish price movement.

In February, the market briefly entered a phase of price stabilization as post-holiday activities normalized and some supply recovery was observed. Nonetheless, congestion at key ports and continued caution among buyers prevented any substantial price declines. As March progressed, renewed cost pressures stemming from higher raw material prices, elevated energy costs, and increased freight rates reinforced the bullish sentiment. Domestic production stayed largely uninterrupted, but sustained demand from core applications kept market fundamentals strong. Toward the latter part of the month, some bearish signals emerged, such as easing Nitric Acid prices and a minor seasonal slowdown in purchasing activity. However, these factors had limited impact on the overall quarterly trend. By the end of March, average prices in China rose by 2.3%, with FOB Qingdao figures reaching approximately USD 1,191 per metric ton.

Overall, the Glyoxylic Acid market in Q1 2025 was characterized by region-specific dynamics but united by overarching themes of supply-side constraints, steady demand across key industries, and upward cost pressures. With global supply chains still grappling with lingering disruptions and regulatory shifts influencing trade flows, the outlook remains cautiously optimistic. Price resilience in the face of volatility suggests a structurally strong market supported by essential downstream applications. As the industry moves into the next quarter, stakeholders will closely monitor changes in raw material trends, logistics normalization, and consumer behavior to gauge the sustainability of current pricing levels.

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