ICIS - chemical podcasts Episode 1334: Oxo-alcohols and derivatives podcast - April update
Apr 29, 2025
Discover the current landscape of European oxo-alcohols and derivatives as uncertainty looms over the market. Experts discuss the cautious outlook amidst global tariff discussions and unpredictable economic conditions. Spring typically boosts demand from the coatings sector, but players are struggling with planning. The conversation dives into how new U.S. tariff measures are shaping the glycoethas market, with expectations of downward price pressure. It’s a lively examination of how market dynamics impact various sectors.
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Oxo-alcohol Market Uncertainty
- European oxo-alcohols market is uncertain with cautious customer behavior due to economic weakness and tariff uncertainties.
- Ample domestic supply meets soft demand, and prices declined driven by lower feedstock costs and market sluggishness.
Beta-acetate Prices and Demand Challenges
- Beta-acetate prices declined in April due to lower-priced imports and weak buying.
- Usual spring offtake increase is subdued with ongoing challenges in automotive sector demand.
Tariff Uncertainty Dampens Acrylate Demand
- Tariff uncertainty drives market cautiousness and risk aversion among acrylate ester buyers.
- The lack of a coating season this year dampens demand forecasts, contributing to stable to soft prices.