The US insoluble sulphur market strengthened during late June 2026 as improving tyre-sector demand and tighter import availability supported higher prices. After subdued buying earlier in the month, procurement activity accelerated toward the end of June as replacement tyre production, EV tyre manufacturing, and distributor restocking increased consumption. Domestic production continued to supply most market requirements, but constrained imports and elevated logistics costs tightened prompt availability. Feedstock costs remained supportive despite stabilizing toward the month-end, while buyers became more active in securing volumes. The recovery in downstream automotive demand helped reverse the weaker sentiment seen earlier in June, leaving the market on firmer footing entering July. Looking ahead, insoluble sulphur prices are expected to remain relatively stable as healthy tyre-sector demand and balanced supply conditions continue supporting the market, although feedstock costs and import availability will remain key factors influencing future price direction.
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.
