Market Analysis: Slow Demand and Pricing Challenges in the Oxo-Alcohols Sector

LONDON (ICIS)--Players down the oxo-alcohols value chain are preparing for EPCA where discussions are set to take place against a backdrop of low visibility, economic concern and persistently subdued demand. 

·       Post-summer demand disappointing across the board

·       General availability sufficient although individual producers face some supply constraints 

·       Players’ expectations for 2025 closely linked to outlook for general economy and key construction and automotive industries 

Oxo-Alcohols editor Nicole Simpson speaks to Acrylate Esters editor Mat Jolin-Beech, Glycol Ethers editor Cameron Birch and Butyl Acetate editor Marion Boakye about the current market and expectations for early 2025.