For the Quarter Ending June 2026
Neopentyl Glycol (NPG) Prices in North America
- In USA, the Neopentyl Glycol Price Index rose by 20.9% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting stronger Gulf Coast demand.
- The average Neopentyl Glycol price for the quarter was approximately USD 2823.00/MT, reflecting balanced supply.
- Neopentyl Glycol Spot Price remained range-bound despite bullish momentum, supported by steady Gulf Coast production.
- Neopentyl Glycol Price Forecast expects summer correction, followed by autumn restocking driven by coatings demand.
- Neopentyl Glycol Production Cost Trend eased with lower glyoxal, although propylene and methanol risks remain.
- Neopentyl Glycol Demand Outlook remains supportive from construction and coatings, while buyers adopt hand-to-mouth procurement.
- Neopentyl Glycol Price Index stability reflected balanced inventories and disciplined producer offers, limiting spot discounts.
- Gulf Coast and Appalachian plants ran near capacity, preventing outages and maintaining reliable regional supply.
Why did the price of Neopentyl Glycol change in June 2026 in North America?
- Balanced Gulf Coast output and steady imports kept supply adequate, limiting upward price pressure seasonally.
- Stable propylene and formaldehyde costs left production economics flat, reducing seller motivation to raise offers.
- Normal Atlantic shipping, no port disruptions kept import costs stable, preventing urgency and limiting rallies.
Neopentyl Glycol (NPG) Prices in APAC
- In China, the Neopentyl Glycol Price Index rose by 25.90% quarter-over-quarter, driven by export demand.
- The average Neopentyl Glycol price for the quarter was approximately USD 1335.33/MT, reflecting balanced exports.
- Neopentyl Glycol Spot Price tightened as disciplined output and steady resin demand limited export cargoes.
- Neopentyl Glycol Price Forecast points to seasonal restocking followed by mid-summer softening across Asian markets.
- Neopentyl Glycol Production Cost Trend rose with firmer formaldehyde and propylene, squeezing producer margins modestly.
- Neopentyl Glycol Demand Outlook is mixed; coatings restocking aids exports while domestic construction demand weak.
- Neopentyl Glycol Price Index weakness reflected ample coastal inventories, prompting sellers to trim FOB offers.
- Integrated coastal plants maintained steady operating rates, limiting supply shocks and stabilizing export allocations briefly.
Why did the price of Neopentyl Glycol change in June 2026 in APAC?
- Muted downstream procurement and comfortable inventories pressured spot offers, producing June softness across Chinese hubs.
- Slight feedstock cost rises failed to offset weak demand while smooth logistics limited price support.
- Soft export inquiries and seller competition prompted discounted FOB offers, extending the twelve-week bearish trend.
India
- In India, the Neopentyl Glycol Price Index rose by 25.3% quarter-over-quarter, supported by import restocking.
- Neopentyl Glycol Spot Price softened as import availability increased, pressuring CFR offers and trader confidence.
Neopentyl Glycol (NPG) Prices in Europe
- In Germany, the Neopentyl Glycol Price Index rose by 20.87% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting stronger downstream demand conditions.
- The average Neopentyl Glycol price for the quarter was approximately USD 2133.00/MT based on weekly assessments.
- Neopentyl Glycol Spot Price remained rangebound as inventories and procurement limited short-term volatility among exporters.
- Neopentyl Glycol Price Forecast indicates summer softening, while Price Index remains supported by seasonal buying.
- Neopentyl Glycol Production Cost Trend eased as glyoxal and formaldehyde costs declined, offset by energy.
- Neopentyl Glycol Demand Outlook remains stable as coatings and resin seasonal procurement sustain baseline offtake.
- Neopentyl Glycol Price Index was supported by operating rates and export demand into Southern Europe.
- Major German producers maintained regular run rates, limiting outages and supporting balanced availability for forecasts.
Why did the price of Neopentyl Glycol change in June 2026 in Europe?
- Balanced domestic output and downstream demand cleared volumes, preventing upward pressure despite limited import competitiveness and export flows.
- Eased feedstock costs, especially glyoxal and formaldehyde declines, reduced cash-costs and loosened previously firm price support for sellers.
- Normal Rhine logistics and absence of plant outages preserved inventories, while export demand remained predictable, avoiding urgent restocking pressures.
For the Quarter Ending March 2026
Neopentyl Glycol Prices in North America
- In USA, the Neopentyl Glycol Price Index rose by 7.33% quarter-over-quarter, driven by tightening supply.
- The average Neopentyl Glycol price for the quarter was approximately USD 2334.33/MT based on assessments.
- Neopentyl Glycol Spot Price rose as constrained export cargoes tightened prompt availability, supporting seller discipline.
- Neopentyl Glycol Price Forecast shows firmness into spring from geopolitical risk and constrained spot availability.
- Neopentyl Glycol Production Cost Trend increased as formaldehyde and insurance premiums elevated delivered production costs.
- Neopentyl Glycol Demand Outlook remains balanced with coatings and resin restocking offset by softened offtake.
- Neopentyl Glycol Price Index showed tightening as inventories thinned and exporters prioritized contractual allocations promptly.
- U.S. Gulf Coast plants ran near nameplate, limiting spot offers and reinforcing price momentum regionally.
Why did the price of Neopentyl Glycol change in March-2026 in North America?
- Methanol and formaldehyde feedstock disruptions increased production costs, tightening supply and pressuring spot replacement offers.
- Geopolitical tensions raised shipping insurance and rerouting costs, causing logistical delays and constrained cargo availability.
- Winter seasonality softened coatings offtake, balancing restocking from automotive and resin sectors, moderating price acceleration.
Neopentyl Glycol Prices in APAC
- In China, the Neopentyl Glycol Price Index rose by 5.644% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting tightening export demand.
- The average Neopentyl Glycol price for the quarter was approximately USD 1060.67/MT, reflecting balanced market conditions.
- Neopentyl Glycol Spot Price strengthened in March due to constrained supplier participation and increased buying.
- Neopentyl Glycol Price Forecast indicates firmness as export restocking and geopolitical risk support higher offers.
- Neopentyl Glycol Production Cost Trend rose as formaldehyde and methanol upstream pressures increased input expenses.
- Neopentyl Glycol Demand Outlook remains mixed with firm export inquiries offsetting weak domestic construction procurement.
- Neopentyl Glycol Price Index showed rapid gains after mid-March reflecting tight availability and restrained liquidity.
- Producers maintained operating rates and limited offers, keeping inventories lean and supporting upward price momentum.
Why did the price of Neopentyl Glycol change in March 2026 in APAC?
- Export restocking and stronger overseas enquiries tightened immediate availability, lifting prompt bids and offers materially
- Geopolitical tensions raised freight and insurance costs, increasing feedstock replacement expenses and pressuring margins upward
- Producers held offers and curtailed spot volumes amid audits and cautious selling, sustaining market tightness
Neopentyl Glycol Prices in Europe
- In Germany, the Neopentyl Glycol Price Index rose by 2.916% quarter-over-quarter, tightening regional availability sharply.
- The average Neopentyl Glycol price for the quarter was approximately USD 1764.67/MT, Hamburg-assessed and export-assessed.
- Neopentyl Glycol Spot Price held rangebound early quarter before a March tightening from constrained intermediates.
- Neopentyl Glycol Price Forecast signals upside as spring demand coincides with logistics and feedstock tightness.
- Neopentyl Glycol Production Cost Trend shows upward pressure from higher formaldehyde costs and freight insurance.
- Neopentyl Glycol Demand Outlook remains balanced as coatings and polyester resin contractual offtake supports volumes.
- Inventory and export nominations influenced the Neopentyl Glycol Price Index, keeping market movement directionless initially.
- Major German plants ran at normal rates; Hamburg logistics frictions delayed loadings and export shipments.
Why did the price of Neopentyl Glycol change in March 2026 in Europe?
- Regional supply tightened March due to constrained intermediates and disrupted feedstock shipments from Middle East.
- Logistics bottlenecks and higher freight insurance raised delivered costs, reducing available spot parcels for buyers.
- Firm downstream procurement and robust export nominations absorbed supply, translating into upward pressure on quotations.
For the Quarter Ending December 2025
North America
- In USA, the Neopentyl Glycol Price Index fell by 5.67% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting abundant production domestically.
- The average Neopentyl Glycol price for the quarter was approximately USD 2137.00/MT, domestic FOB-Louisiana assessments.
- Neopentyl Glycol Spot Price was rangebound quarter, the Price Index suggesting equilibrium between regional supply and downstream demand.
- Neopentyl Glycol Demand Outlook shows steady automotive coatings demand supporting a neutral Price Index and limited near-term restocking.
- Neopentyl Glycol Price Forecast remains cautious with marginal upside absent significant feedstock or downstream demand acceleration short-term.
- Neopentyl Glycol Production Cost Trend stayed subdued as isobutyraldehyde and formaldehyde input costs remained stable.
- High inventories and moderate export demand pressured the Neopentyl Glycol Price Index, prompting selective distributor promotions and flexible allocations.
- Major Gulf Coast producers maintained runs, limiting spot availability while buyers pursued disciplined procurement and allocations, tempering volatility.
Why did the price of Neopentyl Glycol change in December 2025 in North America?
- Ample domestic production and high inventories reduced upward pressure, softening demand and limiting spot activity.
- Stable isobutyraldehyde and formaldehyde feedstock costs contained production cost pressures, moderating seller pricing flexibility thereby.
- Muted downstream procurement ahead of holidays and cautious distributor restocking reduced short-term buying and market momentum materially.
APAC
- In China, the Neopentyl Glycol Price Index fell by 15.58% quarter-over-quarter, driven by capacity additions.
- The average Neopentyl Glycol price for the quarter was approximately USD 1004.00/MT, FOB Qingdao assessments.
- Recent Neopentyl Glycol Spot Price weakness reflected seller discounts amid elevated inventories and subdued buying.
- Neopentyl Glycol Price Forecast expects continued softness into year-end before recovery after Lunar New Year.
- Neopentyl Glycol Production Cost Trend eased as methanol and formaldehyde prices softened, lowering cash costs.
- Neopentyl Glycol Demand Outlook remains weak with coatings and resin postponing purchases amid high inventories.
- Neopentyl Glycol Price Index shows exporters trimming parcels while suppliers increase spot availability clearing stock.
Why did the price of Neopentyl Glycol change in December 2025 in APAC?
- Continued high domestic production and capacity additions increased supply, overwhelming subdued downstream demand and inventories.
- Softer feedstock costs, notably formaldehyde and methanol, reduced producer cash costs, enabling deeper seller discounts.
- Year-end destocking, weak export arbitrage, and cautious purchasing suppressed spot buying, reducing short-term price support.
Europe
- In Germany, the Neopentyl Glycol Price Index fell by 5.753% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting subdued demand patterns.
- The average Neopentyl Glycol price for the quarter was approximately USD 1714.67/MT, per trade data.
- Neopentyl Glycol Spot Price was pressured by year-end destocking and elevated distributor inventories reducing liquidity.
- Neopentyl Glycol Price Forecast suggests downside near-term, constrained by weak export orders and subdued demand.
- Neopentyl Glycol Demand Outlook mixed; automotive coatings support offset by weak construction and polyester demand.
- Neopentyl Glycol Price Index signalled exporters adjusting offers to retain market share amid intense competition.
- Elevated inventories and weaker exports pressured offers while producers maintained operating rates across German plants.
Why did the price of Neopentyl Glycol change in December 2025 in Europe?
- High distributor inventories and year-end destocking reduced buying urgency, weakening local demand and compressing margins.
- Stable feedstock costs limited upward pressure, while import competition and weak exports reduced domestic pricing.
- Producers ran at rates but offered competitive bulk parcels, increasing spot availability and depressing offers.
For the Quarter Ending September 2025
North America
- In the USA, the Neopentyl Glycol Price Index fell by 13.6% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting oversupply regionally.
- The average Neopentyl Glycol price for the quarter was approximately USD 2280.67/MT FOB-Louisiana based on estimates.
- Neopentyl Glycol Spot Price weakened as steady feedstock lowered margins, pushing down the Price Index.
- Neopentyl Glycol Price Forecast indicates declines while Neopentyl Glycol Production Cost Trend eases across plants.
- Neopentyl Glycol Demand Outlook remains weak with coatings and construction restocking deferred amid affordability concerns.
- High Gulf Coast inventories supported supply, limiting upward pressure on the Neopentyl Glycol Price Index.
- Export demand softened from tariff uncertainty, reducing liftings and depressing the Neopentyl Glycol Spot Price.
- Major producers maintained full rates to meet contracts, constraining any upside in the Price Index.
Why did the price of Neopentyl Glycol change in September 2025 in North America?
- Ample feedstock flows lowered production costs, allowing sustained output and contributing to downward price pressure.
- Subdued downstream demand from coatings and construction limited offtake, reducing spot purchases and softening pricing.
- Tariff uncertainty and cautious buyer inventory management curtailed export demand and restrained price recovery prospects.
APAC
- In China, the Neopentyl Glycol Price Index fell by 16.65% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting ample inventories domestically.
- The average Neopentyl Glycol price for the quarter was approximately USD 1189.33/MT FOB-Qingdao, reflecting subdued demand.
- Neopentyl Glycol Spot Price softened, exporters offered discounts to clear inventories, pressuring the Price Index.
- Neopentyl Glycol Price Forecast shows modest volatility ahead, contingent on feedstock availability and restocking patterns.
- Neopentyl Glycol Production Cost Trend muted from stable formaldehyde, limiting upward pressure on Price Index.
- Neopentyl Glycol Demand Outlook soft weak construction and exports fail to support Price Index domestically.
- Inventory accumulation and port congestion prompted discounts by sellers, accelerating Neopentyl Glycol Price Index decline.
- Capacity additions and cautious destocking constrained recovery, keeping Neopentyl Glycol Spot Price, Price Index subdued.
Why did the price of Neopentyl Glycol change in September 2025 in APAC?
- Elevated inventories and weak construction, subdued exports reduced demand, driving Neopentyl Glycol Price Index lower.
- Stable formaldehyde costs preserved margins, removing feedstock-driven upside and limiting Neopentyl Glycol Price Index recovery.
- Port disruptions increased inland stocks, prompting sellers to discount, further compressing Neopentyl Glycol Price Index.
Europe
- In Germany, the Neopentyl Glycol Price Index fell by 8.58% quarter-over-quarter, driven by persistent oversupply.
- The average Neopentyl Glycol price for the quarter was approximately USD 1819.33/MT FOB-Hamburg, reflecting market equilibrium.
- Neopentyl Glycol Spot Price remained pressured as the Neopentyl Glycol Price Index showed downstream weakness.
- Neopentyl Glycol Price Forecast signals modest near-term declines before stabilization, per seasonal and forward indicators.
- Neopentyl Glycol Production Cost Trend eased slightly as formaldehyde and fuel inputs remained relatively stable.
- Neopentyl Glycol Demand Outlook remains weak as construction and coatings procurement stays subdued across Germany.
- Inventory accumulation from steady production and port congestion pressured export flows, weighing on Price Index.
- Major German producers ran steady, adding supply to spot market and limiting price recovery locally.
Why did the price of Neopentyl Glycol change in September 2025 in Europe?
- Sustained domestic production and continuous feedstock inflows created surplus, extending downward pressure on prices.
- Port congestion and inland logistics delays caused stockpile accumulation, disrupting flows, and depressing Price Index.
- Muted construction and coatings procurement, uncertainty reduced offtake, sustaining bearish Neopentyl Glycol Price.
