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Activated Carbon Price Trends and Forecast
Activated Carbon Price Trends and Forecast
Regional Price Overview
Get the latest insights on price movement and trend analysis of Activated Carbon in different regions across the world (Asia, Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa).
Activated Carbon Price Trend for the First Half of 2023
Asia
The activated carbon market declined in the first two quarters of 2023. The demand from the downstream industries and cost support from the automotive and tire sectors declined significantly in the Asia-Pacific region. The hike in inventory levels, which were a direct effect of subdued demand and market fluctuations, fueled the dip in activated carbon prices.
Europe
In Europe, the price trend of activated carbon was guided by the poor performance of the downstream industries, with significant fluctuations in the automotive and tire industries. The congestion at ports and supply chain bottlenecks also aided the fall in activated carbon prices in the first half of 2023.
North America
The price of activated carbon in the first two quarters had a fluctuating trajectory. In the initial months, the prices declined significantly due to the instability in the automotive market and financial uncertainties brought by the closure of two major banks leading to extreme economic conditions in the North American region. However, in the second quarter, the prices saw an uprising trend as the demand for the commodity improved in both domestic and international sectors.
Analyst Insight
According to Procurement Resource, the price of activated carbon is expected to showcase a mixed trend in the upcoming months. Given the current uncertainties, prices will closely follow the interplay between the supply-demand dynamics.
Activated Carbon Price Trend for the Second Half of 2022
The price trends for activating carbon registered a fluctuating pattern during the said period. In China, at the beginning of the third quarter, the price of activated carbon averaged 12500 RMB/MT ( approx.). However, the prices soon began to fall owing to deserted market offtakes and transactions. In August the price of activated carbon averaged 10,833 USD/MT.
The operating rates of industries in China were also reduced on government orders to handle the frequent heatwaves and power consumption. To cushion their profits manufacturers looked for increasing the capacity of activated carbon by enhancing its profits. Later towards the end of the said quarter, the market demand recovered slightly, and the prices rose averaging 10,866 RMB/MT.
In India, the same pricing trend continued. The activated carbon prices witnessed a slight incline in Q3 averaging around 2890 USD/MT (FOB coconut shell based) (approx.). However, soon the momentum fizzled out and the prices declined. The same downward trajectory continued in the fourth quarter with prices averaging 2620 USD/MT ( FOB coconut shell based) (approx.) in December’22.
Analyst Insight
Given the current market dynamics the prices of activated carbon are expected to incline in the coming months. The stabilizing market pricing fundamentals and logistics amid rising demand will cause the prices to rise.
For the Second Quarter of 2022
Asia
With the emergence of Covid-19, a massive surge in the price of activated charcoal is seen due to the increasing demands for masks and other primary protection gears. The price trend for activated carbon is steadily rising in Asia, averaging 10700 RMB/MT.
Europe
Activated carbon prices are steadily increasing within the EU due to the ongoing conflicts and the inflated crude oil and freight charges. The price of primary feedstock carbon reached around 91 USD/MT, which again caused a surge in the price of activated carbon.
For the First Quarter of 2022
Asia
Per ton price of activated carbon was 10266.67 RMB/MT towards the end of March. Due to severe air quality standards and a growth in the number of municipal and industrial wastewater treatment plants, the demand for activated carbon had skyrocketed. The rising pressure on the manufacturers due to the high production cost of the mineral was a prominent factor in the business.
As a result, reactivated carbon was a major priority for activated carbon manufacturers. The cost of reactivated carbon is 20-30% less than that of fresh activated carbon. It is a less expensive alternative to activated carbon. Traditional activated carbon is more environmentally friendly than reactivated carbon. When compared to the manufacture of virgin material, the thermal reactivation method reduces carbon dioxide emissions by five times.
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About
Activated carbon, better known as the activated charcoal, is a form of carbon processed to have tiny, low-volume pores, thus, enhancing the surface area available for chemical reactions. An activation level sufficient for useful applications might be derived solely from the high surface area. Further chemical treatment often enhances the product's adsorption properties.
Product Details
| Report Features | Details |
| Product Name | Activated Carbon |
| Industrial Uses | Water treatment, Air Treatment, Respirators, Gold Treatment, Solvency Recovery |
| Synonyms | Activated Charcoal |
| Supplier Database | Kuraray Co., Ltd., Oxbow Activated Carbon LLC, Haycarb (Pvt) Ltd., Indo German Carbons Limited (IGCL), Shinkwang Chem. Ind. Co., Ltd, Century Chemical Works Sdn. Bhd, Cabot Corporation |
| Region/Countries Covered | Asia Pacific: China, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, Iran, Thailand, South Korea, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Nepal, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, UAE, Israel, Hongkong, Singapore, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, Australia, and New Zealand Europe: Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, Turkey, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Belgium, Austria, Ireland Switzerland, Norway, Denmark, Romania, Finland, Czech Republic, Portugal, and Greece North America: United States and Canada Latin America: Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Columbia, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru Africa: South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, Algeria, Morocco |
| Currency | US$ (Data can also be provided in local currency) |
| Supplier Database Availability | Yes |
| Customization Scope | The report can be customized as per the requirements of the customer |
| Post-Sale Analyst Support | 360-degree analyst support after report delivery |
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Production Processes
- Production of Activated Carbon from Coal
The production of activated carbon involves carbonization and activation. The carbonization process involves drying and then heating coal to separate byproducts such as tars and other hydrocarbons and to drive off any gases produced.
To complete the carbonization process, the carbonaceous material is heated at 400-600°C in an oxygen-deficient atmosphere that cannot support combustion. This process is followed by activation using a chemical or a physical process to obtain activated carbon as the final product.
Methodology
The displayed pricing data is derived through weighted average purchase price, including contract and spot transactions at the specified locations unless otherwise stated. The information provided comes from the compilation and processing of commercial data officially reported for each nation (i.e. government agencies, external trade bodies, and industry publications).
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