| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acetone | China | FOB | USD 915.60/MT | June 2026 |
| Acetone | USA | CIF | USD 1,070.60/MT | June 2026 |
| Acetone | Germany | CIF | USD 1,036.60/MT | June 2026 |
| Acetone | India | CIF | USD 1,003.60/MT | June 2026 |
| Acetone | Japan | CIF | USD 948.60/MT | June 2026 |
| Acetone | China | FOB | USD 1,108.08/MT | May 2026 |
| Acetone | USA | CIF | USD 1,227.19/MT | May 2026 |
| Acetone | Germany | CIF | USD 1,201.45/MT | May 2026 |
| Acetone | India | CIF | USD 1,175.34/MT | May 2026 |
| Acetone | Japan | CIF | USD 1,145.75/MT | May 2026 |
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Deepak Nitrite reported strong pricing gains in its phenolics segment, including acetone, in Q4 FY26, supported by stable plant operations and recovering downstream demand from polymer and industrial applications. The company expects continued favorable pricing trends despite global volatility.
Renewed fighting between US and Iran has slowed shipping through the Gulf of Hormuz, disrupting supply routes. Benchmark crude prices have climbed sharply from pre-conflict levels, reflecting heightened geopolitical risk. The upward price pressure is likely to continue while tensions persist.
Asia
Acetone prices in China declined to ~RMB 7.70/kg and ~RMB 7.50/kg, respectively, in the first two months of the second quarter of 2026, showing a ~2.6% decrease. The market remained volatile as lower crude oil and benzene costs reduced production support, while weak MMA and BPA demand limited purchasing. Prices briefly recovered in late April due to phenol-acetone plant maintenance, lower imports and reduced port inventories. However, supply increased in May as Chinese phenol-acetone plants operated at around 84% and imports from Southeast Asia continued. The decline accelerated in June as higher production, increased arrivals and weak downstream demand pushed suppliers to reduce offers. Lower demand from MMA, BPA, coatings, adhesives and chemical intermediates kept buyers focused only on immediate requirements.
Europe
European markets remained firm early in Q2 due to limited global availability and supply disruptions in other regions, which increased demand for European material. However, market conditions softened later as alternative supply improved and downstream purchasing weakened. Higher energy and industrial costs supported producer offers, but weak demand from BPA, phenolic resins, construction and automotive applications limited price increases. Lower industrial activity and reduced MMA purchasing further restricted market momentum.
North America
Acetone prices in the United States increased to ~USD 1,214.77/MT in April and ~USD 1,227.19/MT in May, showing a ~1.0% increase. The market experienced strong supply pressure during early Q2 due to phenol-acetone plant outages, maintenance activities and higher export demand. Limited availability of replacement cargoes and higher logistics costs supported prices. Feedstock costs also increased as benzene and propylene values moved higher, raising cumene and acetone production expenses. Later in the quarter, demand remained moderate, with construction and automotive activity providing some support, while weaker nondurable goods manufacturing limited broader consumption growth.
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According to Procurement Resource, acetone prices are expected to remain dependent on plant operating rates, feedstock costs and downstream MMA/BPA demand, with regional supply conditions driving price differences.
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Asia
In Asia, acetone prices showed a sharp upward movement driven by strong cost-side and logistical shocks. In China, the prices were ~4.40 RMB/kg (Spot) in January and ~6.43 RMB/kg in March, and acetone prices increased by ~45%. The increase was mainly driven by a surge in crude oil prices linked to tensions in the Middle East, which disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and tightened feedstock availability. This pushed up benzene and propylene costs, directly raising acetone production costs. At the same time, controlled imports and limited inventory pressure supported the upward movement. In India, the prices were ~55.74 INR/kg (Spot) in January and ~103.29 INR/kg in March, reflecting an increase of ~80%. The sharper rise was due to higher dependence on imported feedstocks, which made the market more exposed to crude price spikes and logistical disruptions. Supply chain delays, higher freight costs, and stronger cost pass-through amplified the increase, while steady downstream demand supported price transmission.
Europe
In Europe, acetone prices were influenced by fluctuations in feedstock costs and changes in regional supply-demand balance. Higher benzene and crude-linked costs supported the market and prevented a sharper correction during weaker demand phases. At the same time, downstream consumption remained uneven, which limited uninterrupted upward movement. Buyers stayed cautious in procurement, and pricing direction was shaped by a combination of cost support, demand variability, and the availability of imported material. As a result, the European market remained firm overall, but gains were moderated by selective buying behaviour and the absence of uniformly strong downstream consumption.
North America
In the American market, acetone prices were supported by firm feedstock costs and relatively stable downstream demand from industrial and chemical sectors. The market remained generally balanced, with cost-side pressure providing support even when buying activity was not especially aggressive. Regional pricing also reflected broader global market movements, particularly changes in raw material costs and international trade conditions. Demand from core downstream applications helped maintain steady procurement, allowing the market to stay supported through the quarter without showing sharp weakness.
In appearance, Acetone is a colourless organic solvent which has mild, sweetish odour. It is volatile and flammable in nature. Acetone is found naturally in plants and trees. Acetone is miscible with water and is used as an as an important solvent in industry, home, and laboratory. It is extensively used in the production of methyl methacrylate and bisphenol A.
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Adhesives and sealant chemicals, Agricultural chemicals (non-pesticidal), Fuels and fuel additives, Intermediates, Ion exchange agents, Laboratory chemicals, Paint additives and coating additives, Paper waterproofing, Photosensitive chemicals, Propellants and blowing agents, Solvents, Surface active agents, Viscosity adjustors
2-Propanone, Dimethyl ketone, Dimethyl carbonyl, Propanone, 2-Propanone, Dimethyl formaldehyde, Ketone Propane
Formosa Chemicals and Fibre Corporation (FCFC), Royal Dutch Shell plc, INEOS Phenol GmbH, Mitsui Chemicals Inc., Cepsa Química, S.A.
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In the cumene process, benzene is alkylated with the help of propene, which is further oxidised to produce Acetone with phenol. This production process utilises a significant amount of air and nearly all acetone production takes place via the cumene route where 0.62 tonnes of acetone is prepared with each tonne of phenol. Being a co-product to phenol, the availability of acetone also depends upon the market conditions for phenol.
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