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June 18th, 2025

Tall Oil Prices Index: Trend, Chart, News, Graph, Demand, Forecast

In the first quarter of 2025, Tall Oil prices in the United States followed a mixed trajectory influenced by a blend of industrial demand, energy costs, and labor-related concerns. January saw a moderate price increase as domestic manufacturing activity rebounded, driving higher demand for Tall Oil in the production of adhesives and biofuels. The upward trend was further supported by rising energy prices and precautionary stockpiling prompted by fears of a potential strike by the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA). Though the strike was eventually averted, its looming threat had already exerted pressure on supply lines and pricing. In February, the bullish momentum continued as export demand intensified, and domestic supply tightened amid growing uncertainty surrounding retaliatory tariffs.

Manufacturers moved to secure raw materials ahead of any potential policy shifts, pushing prices higher. This trend was reinforced by the expansion of manufacturing output and simmering trade tensions between the United States and the European Union. However, the scenario shifted in March, with Tall Oil prices trending downward. The early-year stockpiling led to softer international demand, while domestically, concerns over trade barriers and economic headwinds contributed to a contraction in manufacturing. These factors collectively eased consumption and exerted downward pressure on pricing, signaling a change in sentiment by the end of the quarter.

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In the Asia Pacific region, particularly China, Q1 2025 was marked by Tall Oil price fluctuations driven by changing demand patterns, logistical variables, and geopolitical developments. January began with a moderate price uptick, fueled by limited supply and robust demand from the nutraceutical and healthcare sectors. Importers accelerated their purchases in anticipation of U.S.-imposed tariffs, contributing to elevated price levels. February brought additional price increases, with the Lunar New Year causing transportation delays and temporary supply shortages. This seasonal disruption coincided with China’s announcement of retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports, which raised costs further and constrained supply.

While the situation at ports began to normalize towards the end of February, demand from key downstream sectors such as paints, adhesives, and biofuels kept the market tight and prices high. However, in March, the market corrected as supply chains stabilized and the appreciation of the yuan reduced import costs. Despite improved availability, demand showed signs of weakening, with buyers adopting a more conservative stance in response to evolving tariff structures. The quarter closed with prices easing, as the market adjusted to better supply conditions and subdued consumption sentiment, reflecting the overarching influence of global trade tensions and variable demand.

Across Europe, and particularly in Finland, Tall Oil prices experienced notable volatility throughout Q1 2025. January saw a significant decline in prices, primarily driven by weakened industrial output and reduced domestic consumption amid persistent inflation and macroeconomic uncertainty in the Eurozone. A stronger Euro added to the price pressure by undercutting export competitiveness, prompting downward adjustments in price offerings. This downward phase was abruptly interrupted in February when a strike in Finland’s chemical sector disrupted production activities, including a shutdown at UPM’s Kymi pulp mill.

The supply shock, coupled with labor unrest at key European ports, tightened availability and drove logistics costs upward, leading to a substantial price rebound. Demand remained relatively steady throughout this period, with adhesives, coatings, and biofuel industries maintaining consistent procurement. By March, the market experienced a correction as operations resumed at the Kymi mill, restoring supply and relieving some pressure. Nevertheless, Tall Oil exports continued to face logistical hurdles due to unresolved congestion at several European ports. These bottlenecks contributed to extended delivery times and hesitancy among buyers, preventing any significant recovery in prices. The net result was a quarter defined by a sharp initial price drop, a supply-driven mid-quarter surge, and a final retreat, with demand showing resilience but ultimately being outpaced by changing supply-side dynamics and transport-related complications.

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