DL methionine prices followed a firm trend in Q1 2026 as raw material disruptions and higher freight risk outweighed stable downstream demand. Asia faced the strongest pressure because several chemical shutdowns and force majeure events reduced confidence in upstream availability, while a South Korean cracker cut operating rates by 20.0% to 63.0%-65.0% from 83.0%-85.0%, tightening the petrochemical chain. Feedstock concerns also increased as the Middle East supplied 47.0% of seaborne sulfur, while 24.0% of ammonia transported by sea originated from the region. Since DL methionine is a sulfur-containing feed amino acid, these disruptions lifted cost pressure for producers. Europe and North America saw firmer sentiment through replacement-cost risk and freight uncertainty rather than strong demand growth. US Gulf Coast chemical container exports rose 12.0% in March, with 20.0% surge capacity available, helping North America manage disruption better.
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According to Procurement Resource, near-term prices may stay firm if feedstock and logistics risks continue, although any easing in geopolitical tensions or improvement in shipping flows could moderate the upward pressure and stabilize market conditions
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During 2025, global DL-Methionine prices followed a largely downward trajectory after receiving temporary support in the second quarter from improved poultry and livestock feed demand. In Asia, especially China, the market weakened as compound-feed producers reduced buying volumes, feed formulation rates moderated, and suppliers maintained sufficient output. Buyers focused on inventory optimisation rather than forward purchasing, which kept regional demand restrained despite the sector’s large feed base. In Europe, demand from animal nutrition remained comparatively stable, but cautious procurement and adequate imported availability limited stronger market momentum. European buyers remained sensitive to feed-sector margins and maintained controlled inventories rather than building strategic stocks. North America began the year with relatively firmer conditions as feed producers secured material ahead of seasonal requirements; however, the market softened later as poultry and livestock demand moderated and domestic availability remained comfortable. Across major regions, the absence of severe supply disruptions and more measured purchasing behaviour prevented the sustained increases seen in late 2024. By the second half, sufficient supply, weaker feed-sector consumption, and conservative distributor stocking weighed on sentiment, with the third quarter registering notable declines in both the United States and China. The market entered year end in a cautious position, as demand from animal feed remained the key support but was insufficient to offset comfortable supply conditions and restrained procurement.
DL-Methionine is basically known as one of the 9 essential amino acids in humans (provided by food). It is derived from a butyric acid. DL-Methionine is needed for growth and tissue repair. It is involved in several detoxifying processes. Sulphur provided by methionine protects cells from pollutants, slows cell aging, and is essential for absorption and bioavailability of selenium and zinc.
C5H11NO2S or CH3S(CH2)2CH(NH2)COOH
Cigarettes, Drug for Urinary Acidifier, Food Additive, Dairy Products
Methionine, Racemethionine, Acimetion
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This process includes the carbonation from 3-methylthiopropionaldehyde (MMP) and hydrogen cyanide (HCN), without forming co-products. This results in the formation of DL Methionine.
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