China’s Fatty Alcohol Ethoxylates market weakened in June 2026 as limited downstream demand, competitive regional exports, and lower input costs pushed prices downward. Buyers from detergent and personal care sectors remained cautious, focusing on contract supplies while reducing spot purchases amid uncertain third-quarter demand. The decline was supported by ample supply from Southeast Asian producers and reduced production costs due to softer fatty alcohol and palm kernel oil prices. Stable logistics and limited impact from the PetroChina Fushun maintenance shutdown allowed suppliers to maintain availability in the market. The Fatty Alcohol Ethoxylates Market Forecast indicates mixed movement ahead, with possible weakness in July followed by recovery in August as inventory replenishment may support buying activity. Market direction will depend on feedstock cost movements, export availability, downstream demand recovery, and regional supply conditions.
Selenis has effectively manufactured recycled PET chips using terephthalic acid sourced from Circ®, a textile-to-textile recycler based in Virginia. The chip production took place through a series of batches at Selenis' pilot plant in San-Giorgio, Italy. By utilizing inputs recovered from polycotton textile waste, Selenis has created high-quality PET chip, which has been further processed into DTY yarn. This yarn will play a crucial role in product development as Circ prepares for additional capsule launches. Selenis is leveraging the success of this initial collaboration phase and is committed to advancing towards an offtake partnership to support Circ's inaugural industrial facility.
Eduardo Santos, Head of Corporate Strategy at Selenis, remarked that the monomer synthesis showed a performance comparable to virgin terephthalic acid. He expressed optimism about the consistent quality of Circ's monomer output and anticipated future commercial success. Santos pointed out that the Circ partnership complements Selenis's existing mission and goals for a more sustainable textile industry. He further stated their anticipation of expanding upon this collaboration and providing support for Circ's forthcoming commercial production trials.
