US Tetrapotassium Pyrophosphate (TKPP) markets advanced through March as seasonal procurement and logistics tightened supply and lifted landed costs. Early-mid March purchases accelerated ahead of spring promotions, while higher ocean freight and tighter prompt cargoes pushed importers to secure additional allotments. A planned maintenance turnaround at a domestic TKPP unit trimmed immediate availability, strengthening sellers' stance. Sentiment shifted from cautious restocking to active buying as distributors replenished inventories ahead of nationwide promotions and seasonal industrial demand upticks. Demand was strongest in detergents and household cleaners, with production of tablets and liquids rising for spring campaigns; processed-food buyers also supported through expanded ready-meal runs. Battery-electrolyte orders remained niche and did not materially affect volumes, while industrial-cleaning demand was softer. Freight and feedstock pressures underpinned the move, with the Shanghai-Los Angeles index posting a double-digit gain for the month. Looking ahead, prices could rise roughly into April amid persistent costs and cargo tightness, with renewed downstream demand.
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.
