Fatty Alcohol prices in the USA firmed through February, supported by buy-side interest and resilient demand from personal care, detergents, automotive and textiles. After an early-month uptick and a quieter mid-month, activity accelerated in the final week as buyers returned and producers kept output steady, contributing to a firmer close. Market participants described demand as balanced rather than aggressive, with purchase patterns shifting from tactical to routine procurement. Supply conditions remained orderly, with no material disruptions reported across the value chain. The latest data indicate positive price momentum, with month-to-month gains and sustained price levels despite limited day-to-day trading. Technical signals and improving sentiment underpinned the late-month lift, while spot activity hovered around steady ranges mid-month before the late surge. Looking ahead, the near-term outlook for Fatty Alcohol remains constructive on end-use demand and balanced production, though the trajectory will hinge on feedstock dynamics and potential supply shocks. Overall, Fatty Alcohol C12-15 DEL Louisiana showed a stronger late-February finish amid improving demand fundamentals.
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.
