Evonik sharply raised its 2026 earnings forecast after a strong Q2, driven by higher volumes, improved pricing, and cost reductions. The company also benefited from supply disruptions affecting Asian competitors. The improved pricing points to upward pressure on product prices in the short term, though the company warns the advantage may fade as global shipping normalizes.
Lotte Chemical affiliate Handuck Chemical broke ground on a new 130 billion won TMAH production plant in Pyeongtaek. The expansion establishes dual production bases to improve supply stability and logistics efficiency, mitigating price volatility as surging global semiconductor demand strains supply chains.
Allyl PEG (also known as APEG) is produced from allyl alcohol and ethylene oxide, and its price trajectory therefore tracks the allyl chloride and polyethylene glycol chain closely. Demand is anchored in polycarboxylate-ether (PCE) superplasticisers used in concrete admixtures, which ties the product tightly to construction-sector activity.
In the first half of 2026, allyl PEG prices stayed broadly range-bound with a soft undertone. Comfortable upstream availability and subdued crude-linked cost support kept production economics relaxed, leaving suppliers with limited room to push offers higher. Demand from the PCE and water-reducing-admixture segment was steady but unspectacular, in line with measured construction activity, while buyers maintained cautious, needs-based procurement.
Regional trade flows were balanced, with ample supply from established producers and competitive offers limiting any sustained appreciation. Sentiment remained measured as participants weighed comfortable feedstock costs against an uneven recovery in downstream construction demand.
Analyst Insight
According to Procurement Resource, allyl PEG prices are expected to remain range-bound to soft in the near term, with direction hinging on upstream allyl alcohol and ethylene oxide costs and on the pace of recovery in construction-driven superplasticiser demand.
Related Report
Need latest Allyl PEG price?
Get real-time price assessments, periodic trends, forecasts and price driver insights across key global markets.
Unlock Price Insights NowOur Clients
Turn price intelligence into action with the Procurement Resource Database. Log in or subscribe to unlock live price trends, historical charts, supplier databases, cost curves, and analyst-backed insights across chemicals, agriculture, energy, packaging, and more. Use these tools to benchmark your contracts, plan budgets with confidence, and stay ahead of market moves on every product you buy.
0
+Products
0
+Regions
0
+Subscriptions
Allyl PEG uses allyl chloride and polyethylene glycol for its manufacturing, and thus, their market behaviors closely replicate each other. The year 2023 was a turbulent one for the allyl PEG market prices. For the majority time span, swift and short ranged fluctuations were witnessed in the price curve. The year started on a positive note as the prices started to firm in the first quarter, particularly in the Asian markets. However, as the months progressed, the prices started sliding down, primarily because of low upstream cost support.
A persistent downfall in crude oil prices resulted in the noted depreciation in production costs. This continued until the end of the third quarter. Further, the year-ending quarter witnessed an even steeper fall in the allyl PEG price graph. Owing to the supply chain restrictions and the erupted conflict in the Middle East, the global trade dynamics were disturbed. Market demands for Allyl PEG declined substantially, and the prices fell further down. Overall, mixed market sentiments were witnessed.
Allyl PEG, also known as APEG, is created through the reaction of ethylene oxide or EO and allyl alcohol. It is a reactive poly-ether that is used to make polycarboxylate-based water reducing agents. Liquid-based allyl PEG can be stored in iron-based drums, whereas flakes can be packed in woven bags made or composed of polypropylene.
C3H5(C2H4O)nOH
Manufacture of PCA type water reducing agent, Production of synthetic polymers
Allyl polyethylene glycol, Polyoxyethylene allyl, Allyl ether
Lotte Chemical, Clariant, Shanghai Bronkow Chemical, Jiangsu Haishihua, Liaoning Kelong, Fengchen Group
CurrencyUS$ (Data can also be provided in local currency)
Supplier Database AvailabilityYes
Customization ScopeThe report can be customized as per the requirements of the customer
Post-Sale Analyst Support360-degree analyst support after report delivery
Note: Our supplier search experts can assist your procurement teams in compiling and validating a list of suppliers indicating they have products, services, and capabilities that meet your company's needs.
The polymer capping process is used to produce allyl PEG from polyethylene glycol ether and allyl chloride. Polyethylene glycol (methyl-terminated) reacts with allyl chloride to produce allyloxy-methyl terminated polyethylene glycol ether, also known as allyl PEG.
Senior Business Insights Analyst
Delivering price trend analysis and procurement market insights at Procurement Resource, with expertise in identifying commodity patterns, supporting purchasing strategies, and improving cost efficiency through actionable market intelligence.
Our Price Analysis Methodology
Experience how Procurement Resource transforms raw material price data into clear, decision ready intelligence. Optimise your performance with reliable, expert market data and analysis. Schedule your demo today to experience a live walk-through where our experts will showcase interactive price charts, forecasted prices, and insights driving the prices for your key commodities, tailored to your workflows. Contact us now!
Our Team will be happy to assist you
We are just a text away
Still Need Help?
Unlock full access to Procurement Resource's price databases, interactive charts, and short-term forecasts for thousands of commodities. Elevate your sourcing decisions by comparing prices across regions, downloading historical data, and layering in analyst-backed insights, all with our flexible plans that scale as your portfolio grows.
Still have any Questions
Contact Us
Price Trend Dashboard - What's Included
Price trends across a diverse portfolio of categories and products, spanning board to niche chemicals
Coverage extendable to grade-specific chemicals based on procurement requirements
Regular price tracking supported by robust historical datasets
News, policy updates, and key market drivers impacting price movements
Short-term and long-term price outlooks and forecasts
Supply-demand dynamics and capacity-driven market analysis
Track prices, market movements, supply-demand dynamics, and industry developments across hundreds of commodities through a centralized intelligence platform built for informed procurement decisions.
Understand market fluctuations using analyst-backed forecasts, historical pricing patterns, and evolving industry trends to strengthen sourcing strategies and budget planning.
Leverage cost models, pricing benchmarks, and procurement insights to evaluate purchasing opportunities, improve negotiations, and enhance operational efficiency.
Access region-specific price trends, trade activities, capacity changes, and supply chain developments influencing commodity markets worldwide.
