For the Quarter Ending June 2026
Superabsorbent Polymer Prices in APAC
- In South Korea, the Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index rose by 24.59% quarter-over-quarter due to feedstock.
- The average Superabsorbent Polymer price for the quarter was approximately USD 1777/MT based on trades.
- Superabsorbent Polymer Spot Price softened in June as lower acrylic acid costs reduced pricing power.
- Superabsorbent Polymer Price Forecast signals modest declines then seasonal recovery as buyers complete restocking cycles.
- Superabsorbent Polymer Production Cost Trend stayed elevated from naphtha-linked acrylic acid and environmental compliance expenses.
- Superabsorbent Polymer Demand Outlook remains supported by export hygiene demand despite converter buying and inventories.
- Tight Busan port inventories and active Southeast Asian export demand helped sustain stronger seller offers.
- Stable operating rates and minimal outages maintained supply, while regional competition constrained producer pricing power.
Why did the price of Superabsorbent Polymer change in June 2026 in APAC?
- Lower acrylic acid costs cut manufacturing expenses, boosting export availability and pressuring spot buying activity.
- Environmental compliance expenses plus naphtha price volatility elevated production costs, squeezing margins and influencing offers.
- Regional competition and cautious converter procurement limited seller pricing power amid ample exports and inventories.
China
- In China, the Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index rose by 20.15% quarter-over-quarter, driven by tighter acrylic acid.
- Superabsorbent Polymer Spot Price strengthened in April then softened by June, mirroring the Price Index quarterly movement.
India
- In India, the Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index rose by 17.66% quarter-over-quarter, driven by higher import offers.
- Superabsorbent Polymer Spot Price weakened in June as East Asian exporters increased competitive offers available.
Superabsorbent Polymer Prices in North America
- In USA, the Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index rose by 18.29% quarter-over-quarter, driven by import and freight costs.
- The average Superabsorbent Polymer price for the quarter was approximately USD 1886.67/MT, reflecting freight and feedstock influences.
- Superabsorbent Polymer Spot Price weakened in June as increased imports and exporter discounting pressured landed offers.
- Superabsorbent Polymer Price Forecast suggests mixed near term direction with correction followed by modest recovery later.
- Superabsorbent Polymer Production Cost Trend showed easing acrylic acid and propylene costs, reducing pressure on offers.
- Superabsorbent Polymer Demand Outlook remains firm from diaper and adult incontinence sectors, supporting baseline consumption.
- Improved import arrivals softened the Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index, creating competitive offers and elevated distributor inventories.
- Section 301 tariffs limited Chinese cargoes, increasing reliance on Japanese and Korean suppliers, raising landed values.
Why did the price of Superabsorbent Polymer change in June 2026 in North America?
- Lower acrylic acid and propylene feedstock costs reduced producers' margins, enabling exporters to lower FOB offers.
- Increased import availability from Northeast Asia and exporter pricing pressured U.S. landed prices despite higher freight.
- Hygiene converters maintained cautious purchasing, relying on inventories, limiting spot demand and contributing to price declines.
Superabsorbent Polymer Prices in Europe
- In Europe, the Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index remained stable to firm during Q2 2026, supported by consistent demand from hygiene and healthcare industries. Superabsorbent Polymer (SAP) is primarily used in baby diapers, adult incontinence products, feminine hygiene products, medical absorbent pads, wound dressings, agricultural water-retention agents, cable water-blocking tapes, food packaging absorbents, and industrial spill control materials.
- The Superabsorbent Polymer Spot Price remained firm throughout the quarter as procurement from diaper, feminine hygiene, and medical product manufacturers offset balanced regional inventories and adequate supply.
- The Price Index increased modestly in June 2026 due to higher acrylic acid feedstock costs, elevated energy prices, and increased logistics expenses, while steady demand from hygiene product manufacturers enabled producers to maintain firmer pricing.
- The Superabsorbent Polymer Price Forecast remains stable-to-firm as resilient demand from personal hygiene, healthcare, medical, and agricultural applications is expected to continue supporting market prices over the coming quarters.
- The Superabsorbent Polymer Production Cost Trend remained firm because of higher acrylic acid prices, utility expenses, labor costs, transportation charges, and environmental compliance costs across Europe.
- The Superabsorbent Polymer Demand Outlook remained positive, supported by healthy consumption from baby diapers, adult incontinence products, feminine hygiene products, medical absorbents, agriculture, and industrial absorbent applications.
- The Price Index experienced only moderate fluctuations because balanced inventories and stable operating rates partially offset higher feedstock and energy costs throughout the quarter.
- Stable downstream procurement, resilient hygiene product demand, and disciplined supplier pricing maintained firm market conditions across Q2 2026.
Why did the price of Superabsorbent Polymer change in June 2026 in Europe?
- Higher acrylic acid feedstock and energy costs strengthened the Superabsorbent Polymer Production Cost Trend, resulting in firmer supplier offers.
- Stable demand from baby diapers, feminine hygiene, and medical products supported the Superabsorbent Polymer Spot Price, leading to a higher Price Index.
- Balanced inventories limited volatility while elevated manufacturing costs supported prices.
For the Quarter Ending March 2026
Superabsorbent Polymer Prices in APAC
- In South Korea, the Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index rose by 10.57% quarter-over-quarter, driven by exports.
- The average Superabsorbent Polymer price for the quarter was approximately USD 1426.33/MT with steady exports.
- Domestic inventories remained purposely tight, supporting the Superabsorbent Polymer Spot Price amid strong export allocations.
- The Superabsorbent Polymer Production Cost Trend showed upward movement due to naphtha-linked acrylic acid inflation.
- Export demand from China and Southeast Asia lifted the Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index, tightening availability.
- Short-term Superabsorbent Polymer Price Forecast indicates modest firmness as feedstock volatility and compliance costs persist.
- The Superabsorbent Polymer Demand Outlook remains steady with adult-care growth and continued diaper segment procurement.
- Rising transport and insurance premiums amplified landed costs, further influencing the domestic Price Index movement.
Why did the price of Superabsorbent Polymer change in March 2026 in APAC?
- Naphtha and acrylic acid advances increased conversion costs, prompting suppliers to lift offers in March.
- Firm export enquiries reduced spot availability as Korean producers prioritized overseas shipments, tightening domestic supply.
- Geopolitical risks elevated freight and insurance premiums, extending lead times and increasing landed costs regionally.
Superabsorbent Polymer Prices in North America
- In the USA, the Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index rose by 9.92% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting higher freight.
- The average Superabsorbent Polymer price for the quarter was USD 1595.00/MT on CFR USGC basis.
- Export constraints and higher freight lifted the Superabsorbent Polymer Spot Price, tightening prompt import availability.
- Carriers and feedstock pressures prompted an upward Superabsorbent Polymer Price Forecast for April-July delivery period.
- Higher acrylic acid and propylene costs elevated the Superabsorbent Polymer Production Cost Trend, squeezing margins.
- Consistent hygiene orders supported the Superabsorbent Polymer Demand Outlook, diaper and adult segments sustaining consumption.
- Importer inventory discipline and steady terminals influenced the Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index, limiting price swings.
- Import competition and producer operating rates with geopolitical risks will determine near-term Superabsorbent Polymer tightness.
Why did the price of Superabsorbent Polymer change in March 2026 in North America?
- Higher container freight from Asia to US Gulf raised landed costs, pushing import-related prices upward.
- Japanese and Korean maintenance reduced spot availability, limiting cargoes and tightening supply for US converters.
- Strong hygiene procurement outpaced arrivals as converters prioritized supply security, with sellers passing through costs.
Superabsorbent Polymer Prices in Europe
- In Europe, the Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index remained stable to slightly firm quarter-over-quarter, reflecting balanced supply and cost-driven pricing.
- Superabsorbent Polymer Spot Price remained largely range-bound with a slight upward bias as controlled supply met steady hygiene demand.
- Superabsorbent Polymer Price Forecast suggests stable to mildly firm trends, driven by cost pressures and steady consumption.
- The Superabsorbent Polymer Production Cost Trend remained elevated due to high energy prices, acrylic acid costs, and regulatory compliance expenses.
- Superabsorbent Polymer Demand Outlook remained stable, supported by consistent demand from hygiene and medical product manufacturers.
- The Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index in March showed marginal improvement as cost-push factors offset cautious buying sentiment.
- Supply remained adequate, with imports and domestic production maintaining availability.
Why did the price of Superabsorbent Polymer change in March 2026 in Europe?
- Elevated energy and feedstock costs increased production expenses.
- Stable hygiene demand supported baseline consumption.
- Balanced supply and cautious procurement limited volatility, resulting in a slight increase in the Price Index.
For the Quarter Ending December 2025
North America
- In the USA, the Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index rose by 2.30% quarter-over-quarter, supported by firmer imports.
- The average Superabsorbent Polymer price for the quarter was approximately USD 1451.00/MT, reflecting import parity.
- Asian supply discipline lifted the Superabsorbent Polymer Spot Price, tightening landed parity and supporting Price Index.
- Near-term Superabsorbent Polymer Price Forecast shows modest oscillation, influenced by freight costs and balanced import availability.
- Stable acrylic acid reduced the Superabsorbent Polymer Production Cost Trend, easing pressure on domestic producers' margins.
- The Superabsorbent Polymer Demand Outlook remains constructive from hygiene sectors, especially diapers and adult incontinence products.
- Higher transpacific freight supported the Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index uplift, constraining some low-priced cargo availability.
- Inventories at Gulf Coast remained balanced, while export demand intermittently supported the Superabsorbent Polymer Spot Price.
Why did the price of Superabsorbent Polymer change in December 2025 in North America?
- Rising transpacific freight and firmer Asian export offers increased landed costs, lifting December import parity.
- Supply remained adequate but selective, as limited low-priced cargoes and logistical delays constrained prompt availability.
- Downstream procurement was steady rather than aggressive, with hygiene sector restocking supporting near-term price resilience.
APAC
- In South Korea, the Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index rose by 1.71% quarter-over-quarter, due to costs.
- The average Superabsorbent Polymer price for the quarter was approximately USD 1290.00/MT, measured FOB Busan.
- Supply discipline and port delays supported the Superabsorbent Polymer Spot Price, tightening availability, supporting offers.
- Competitive imports limited upside despite Acrylic Acid-driven Superabsorbent Polymer Production Cost Trend pressuring export offers.
- Freight rate increases and improved overseas orders strengthened the Superabsorbent Polymer Demand Outlook, supporting gains.
- Inventory levels remained balanced; the Superabsorbent Polymer Price Forecast indicated limited upside amid downstream consumption.
- Producer operating rates stayed subdued, keeping the Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index firm despite manufacturing normalization.
- Buyers showed cautious procurement, buffering short-term demand and moderating pressure on export offers and margins.
Why did the price of Superabsorbent Polymer change in December 2025 in APAC?
- Stronger international orders and restarting export flows increased demand, tightening prompt availability and supporting prices.
- Higher overseas freight and rising Acrylic Acid feedstock costs raised delivered costs, pressuring exporters' margins.
- Port delays at Busan constrained shipments while producers maintained controlled operating rates, sustaining price firmness.
Europe
- The European Price Index for Superabsorbent Polymer remained largely stable to mildly bearish during Q4 2025, as adequate supply availability and cautious procurement strategies capped upward price movement.
- The Production Cost Trend eased slightly toward the end of the quarter, supported by softer acrylic acid feedstock prices and relatively stable energy costs, reducing cost-side pressure on producers.
- The Demand Outlook stayed steady, driven by consistent consumption from the hygiene sector, including diapers and adult incontinence products, though demand growth remained limited due to mature market conditions in Europe.
Why did the price of superabsorbent Polymer change in December 2025 in Europe?
- The Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index declined marginally in December 2025 due to year-end inventory clearance by suppliers, subdued spot buying activity, and the absence of strong cost-push pressure from upstream raw materials.
For the Quarter Ending September 2025
North America
- In the USA, the Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index fell by 3.78% quarter-over-quarter, due to imports.
- The average Superabsorbent Polymer price for the quarter was approximately USD 1418.33/MT, reported by statistics.
- Logistical bottlenecks earlier temporarily pushed the Superabsorbent Polymer Spot Price, extending lead times for buyers.
- Data suggest the Superabsorbent Polymer Price Forecast shows modest recovery as freight and offers stabilize.
- Lower freight and feedstock moderation influenced the Superabsorbent Polymer Production Cost Trend, easing cost pressures.
- Consistent hygiene sector consumption underpins the Superabsorbent Polymer Demand Outlook, maintaining steady offtake and procurement.
- Ample Asian shipments pressured the Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index, reducing seller leverage and softening pricing.
- Improving port throughput, tariff changes altered export dynamics, shifting supplier srouting and US import patterns.
Why did the price of Superabsorbent Polymer change in September 2025 in North America?
- Improved freight and abundant Asian shipments reduced landed costs, increasing availability across USGC import channels.
- Tariff suspension on Chinese cargoes encouraged competitive offers, weakening domestic pricing power and reducing margins.
- Steady hygiene demand could not absorb surplus imports, keeping markets balanced and upward pressure muted.
APAC
- In South Korea, the Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index rose by 0.26% quarter-over-quarter, driven by demand and port constraints.
- The average Superabsorbent Polymer price for the quarter was approximately USD 1268.33/MT on FOB Busan supporting seller margins.
- South Korea's Superabsorbent Polymer Spot Price was firm as acrylic acid costs eased, port congestion limited supply.
- The Superabsorbent Polymer Price Forecast indicates upside risk in Q4 with seasonal hygiene restocking supporting availability.
- Superabsorbent Polymer Production Cost Trend reflects lower acrylic acid prices, offset by higher logistics and export handling.
- Superabsorbent Polymer Demand Outlook remains mixed with strong export bids but muted domestic consumption activity.
- Inventory draws at producers tightened supply, leaving Superabsorbent Polymer Price Index resilient despite subdued orders.
- Export recovery and seasonal restocking likely support FOB Busan margins while inventories gradually normalize into year-end.
Why did the price of Superabsorbent Polymer change in September 2025 in APAC?
- Strong export demand, particularly from India, tightened available volumes amid lingering Busan port logistical bottlenecks.
- Acrylic acid feedstock eased, reducing production cost pressures, but higher shipping and handling kept margins constrained.
- Export tariffs and weaker overseas orders intermittently suppressed demand, leading producers to moderate output and inventories.
Europe
European SAP saw mild upward pressure in Q3 2025; the regional Price Index showed stability to slight gains driven by steady hygiene demand and constrained imports.
Imports from Asia and regional production together met demand, but occasional shipment delays and constrained spot volumes tightened short-term availability. Producers optimized allocations to hygiene grade buyers, reducing excess spot selling and supporting the SAP Spot Price.
Near-term outlook points to modest price stability or small upside into Q4 2025 if logistics remain constrained and hygiene demand holds.
Why did the price of Superabsorbent Polymer change in September 2025 in Europe?
Prices increased modestly in September because sustained demand from personal-hygiene manufacturers met with tighter spot availability and logistical friction from Asian export hubs, lifting short-term landed costs.
