The US Magnesium Stearate prices fell in February 2026, dropping 2.6% due to ample imports and competitive pricing from Asian suppliers. High operating rates in Indian and Chinese plants met a significant portion of US demand, while improved container availability eased logistical challenges and shortened transit times. Demand across end-user sectors remained mixed, with pharmaceutical formulations supporting prices and steady nutraceutical demand offset by weakening purchases in polymer compounding and construction. Despite increasing input costs for Stearic Acid, producers mainly absorbed these rises. Looking ahead to March, forecasts suggest a potential 11.0% price rebound, driven by proactive procurement from pharmaceutical and nutraceutical buyers amid escalating geopolitical uncertainties. As global conflicts affect shipping and energy prices, US buyers should remain vigilant, closely monitoring market dynamics. Although inventories are currently comfortable, any disruption in supply chains could trigger volatility in Magnesium Stearate prices, emphasizing the need for strategic purchasing and adaptive strategies.
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.
