U.S. benchmark and international crude benchmarks both fell as investors took profits following prior gains on the announcement of sweeping new U.S. sanctions targeting Iran. The 'Operation Economic Outcast' campaign imposes global sanctions with no exemption for China, creating uncertainty around Iranian oil flows. Prices remain volatile as markets assess whether the sanctions will successfully isolate Iran's energy sector or be circumvented.
Japanese chemical firm Asahi Kasei is expanding alkaline electrolyser component manufacturing capacity to over 3GW at its Kawasaki Works, backed by up to ¥35bn in combined central and regional subsidies. The project targets cell frames and ion-exchange membranes, with 2GW of new capacity expected online by 2028. The expansion occurs against a backdrop of significant global electrolyser manufacturing overcapacity, where reported manufacturing capacity substantially exceeds operational capacity, pointing to easing price pressure for these components.
| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adipic Acid | China | FOB | USD 1,179.51/MT | July 2026 |
| Adipic Acid | USA | CIF | USD 1,367.00/MT | July 2026 |
| Adipic Acid | Germany | CIF | USD 1,313.14/MT | July 2026 |
| Adipic Acid | India | CIF | USD 1,286.32/MT | July 2026 |
| Adipic Acid | Japan | CIF | USD 1,212.51/MT | July 2026 |
| Adipic Acid | China | FOB | USD 1,201.54/MT | June 2026 |
| Adipic Acid | USA | CIF | USD 1,356.49/MT | June 2026 |
| Adipic Acid | Germany | CIF | USD 1,323.03/MT | June 2026 |
| Adipic Acid | India | CIF | USD 1,289.09/MT | June 2026 |
| Adipic Acid | Japan | CIF | USD 1,234.39/MT | June 2026 |
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Asia
In China, adipic acid prices fell from ~USD 1,473.96/MT to ~USD 1,202.00/MT, respectively, during the first and last month of Q2'26, showing a ~18.5% decrease. The decline was driven primarily by sufficient domestic availability, export competition and weak downstream procurement. Nylon 6,6 producers remained cautious amid limited improvement in automotive, engineering plastics and textile demand, restricting their willingness to build inventories. At the same time, soft upstream market reduced production-cost support. Chinese export availability also influenced regional balances as suppliers competed for overseas orders. The market therefore remained supply-heavy despite continued consumption from nylon intermediates and industrial applications.
Europe
In Germany, adipic acid prices declined from ~USD 1,600.24/MT in April to ~USD 1,323.00/MT in June, showing a ~17.3% decrease. European pricing remained affected by weak downstream demand, changing import flows and restructuring across the regional supply chain. The European Commission imposed definitive anti-dumping duties of 29.1%–42.3% on Chinese adipic acid imports in May, increasing the cost of Chinese material and altering sourcing economics. EU adipic acid imports from outside the bloc were valued at €160 million, with €130 million originating from China, highlighting the importance of Chinese material in regional supply.
North America
In the United States, adipic acid prices decreased from ~USD 1,560.96/MT in April to ~USD 1,356.50/MT in the last month of the second quarter, showing a ~13.1% decrease. Softer benzene and cyclohexane economics reduced upstream cost pressure, while cautious purchasing from nylon 6,6 producers limited demand-side support. Automotive and engineering plastics remained the principal downstream outlets but subdued industrial activity and restrained inventory replenishment kept buying requirements controlled. Polyurethane, textile and industrial applications provided additional consumption but were insufficient to reverse the broader downward pressure. The US market consequently remained closely tied to nylon 6,6 operating rates and upstream feedstock movements.
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According to Procurement Resource, Adipic Acid prices are likely to remain pressured by cautious downstream buying and supply availability, although European trade restrictions could tighten regional flows and provide selective support.
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Asia
In Asia, adipic acid prices showed a clear upward trajectory through Q1’26. In China, the prices were ~7.41 RMB/kg (Spot) in January and ~10.03 RMB/kg in March, with prices increasing by ~36.73%. The market strengthened in January as rising benzene and cyclohexanone prices increased production costs, while downstream nylon and polyurethane industries actively restocked ahead of the holiday period, supporting demand. In February, prices continued to rise initially due to elevated crude-linked feedstock costs and post-holiday restocking, but later softened as demand weakened and supply remained sufficient. However, the prices increased significantly in March amid geopolitical uncertainty, which led to an increase in the cost of feedstock, and prices needed to be raised to compensate for this increase. Disciplined supply by producers that restricted low-price sales on account of reduced margins, along with cautious purchasing by end users, supported the prices by the close of the quarter.
Europe
In Europe, the prices of adipic acid were largely driven by the movements in feedstock costs and global supply dynamics. The increase in the cost of inputs such as benzene and crude oil resulted in higher production expenses that positively impacted the prices during the quarter. Nevertheless, the demand from the downstream sector, such as nylon applications, remained cautious, limiting price hikes.
North America
The price trend of adipic acid in North America was consistent with the uptrend in the European market. Adipic Acid prices continued to rise, backed by the high feedstock costs and steady demand from the major downstream markets. Production economics continued to be pressured by the increasing cost of inputs, resulting in producers maintaining strong pricing policies. The demand for nylon and its associated uses was stable, but conservative consumerism prevented further growth.
Adipic acid, a crystalline, white powder, is one of the most important dicarboxylic acids. It is primarily utilised in the production of nylon. It occurs rarely in nature. Small but considerate volumes of adipic acid are used in food products as a food additive. It has a tart taste and it is utilised as a flavouring and a gelling agent in jello or gelatines. It is also utilised in some calcium carbonate antacids to make them tart.
C6H10O4
Nylon, Paper additives, Copolyamides and terpolymers, Unsaturated polyester resins (UPRS) , Plasticisers , Chemical intermediate, Solvents and lubricants, Electronics, Soil conditioners, Glass protection agents and briquetting agents, Leather tanning agents, Flue gas desulphurisation scrubbers, Cleaning aids
Hexanedioic acid, Butane-1,4-dicarboxylic acid, Hexane-1,6-dioic acid , 1,4-Butanedicarboxylic acid
Asahi Kasei Corporation, Ascend Performance Materials LLC, Lanxess AG, Solvay SA, Invista (Koch Industries, Inc.)
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While producing Adipic Acid via oxidisation of cyclohexanol and cyclohexanone (together known as KA oil), cyclohexanol is first converted to the ketone, which releases nitrous acid. At last, KA oil is oxidised with the help of nitric acid to finally produce Adipic Acid through a multistep pathway.
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