According to SMM, China's hydrofluoric acid price center moved lower in early June 2026, weighed by weak downstream demand from refrigerants and fluoropolymers. Limited large orders and just-in-time procurement pressured the market, while fluorite raw materials also softened. This weakening demand points to a continued downtrend for hydrofluoric acid prices in the near term.
A damaged container carrying hydrofluoric acid caused operational setbacks at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, tightening local supply and likely supporting higher prices.
| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrofluoric Acid | China | FOB | USD 2,446.98/MT | October 2026 |
| Hydrofluoric Acid | USA | FOB | USD 2,638.70/MT | October 2026 |
| Hydrofluoric Acid | Germany | FOB | USD 2,521.49/MT | October 2026 |
| Hydrofluoric Acid | China | FOB | USD 2,469.36/MT | September 2026 |
| Hydrofluoric Acid | USA | FOB | USD 2,661.08/MT | September 2026 |
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Asia
In China, the average price of Hydrofluoric Acid rose from ~USD 2,310.79/MT (FOB) in July to ~USD 2,419.23/MT in August, an increase of ~4.7%. Japan followed with a similar gain of about 4.7%, from ~USD 2,343.79/MT (CIF) to ~USD 2,453.55/MT, while India climbed about 3.8%, from ~USD 2,417/MT (CIF) to ~USD 2,510/MT. Overall, the Asian market followed a firming trend after a soft start to the quarter. Chinese prices eased in early July from their May peak but strengthened through August and September as northern producers shut for maintenance, keeping operating rates low. Fluorspar supply tightened under mine safety checks in Inner Mongolia and Zhejiang, while sulphur and sulphuric acid had risen sharply earlier in the year on Middle East disruptions. Although China’s HF output rose slightly in August, supply stayed tight. However, refrigerant plants ran at only 40–50% capacity, and October contracts settled lower as sulphuric acid eased.
Europe
In Germany, hydrofluoric acid averaged approximately USD 2,444.79/MT (FOB) in July and rose to about USD 2,532.82/MT in August, a gain of ~3.6%. Overall, European prices followed a firm upward trend. Higher sulphur and logistics costs raised production expenses, while tight global fluorine supply supported pricing. Producers expected favourable fluorine pricing to continue through the second half, though lower volumes in mineral and chemical intermediate uses limited demand growth.
North America
In the USA, the average price of hydrofluoric acid increased from nearly USD 2,498.28/MT (FOB) in July to roughly USD 2,574.85/MT in August, up ~3.1%. Overall, North American prices followed a firm trend, driven by higher sulphur and transport costs and tight fluorspar availability. However, refrigerant volumes fell about 4% in the second quarter on weaker air-conditioning aftermarket demand, limiting further gains.
Analyst Insight
According to Procurement Resource, hydrofluoric acid prices may ease slightly as sulphuric acid costs soften and refrigerant demand stays weak, though tight fluorspar supply should keep values elevated.
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Asia
In China, the monthly average Hydrofluoric Acid price was ~RMB 14.93/kg in April and ~RMB 16.08/kg in the subsequent month, showing an increase of ~7.7%. Similarly, in Japan, the monthly average Hydrofluoric Acid price was ~JPY 361.22/kg in April and ~JPY 392.56/kg in the subsequent month, showing an increase of ~8.7%. Prices increased due to tighter domestic supply conditions and stable demand from refrigerant and fluorochemical sectors, with producers maintaining firmer offers amid balanced inventories.
In India, the monthly average Hydrofluoric Acid price was ~INR 214.36/kg in April and ~INR 237.07/kg in the subsequent month, showing an increase of ~10.6%. Prices strengthened due to higher import parity costs and steady consumption from downstream industrial chemical applications, supported by controlled availability from Asian suppliers.
Europe
In Germany, the monthly average Hydrofluoric Acid price was ~EUR 2.67/kg in April and ~EUR 2.15/kg in the subsequent month, showing a decrease of ~19.5%. Prices declined due to weaker demand from industrial fluorochemical users and improved import availability, which eased supply tightness and increased buyer leverage.
North America
In America, the monthly average Hydrofluoric Acid price was ~USD 2,708.97/MT in April and ~USD 2,487.91/MT in the subsequent month, showing a decrease of ~8.2%. Prices softened due to reduced demand from aluminum and refrigerant-linked sectors, alongside stable import inflows that improved supply availability and reduced upward pricing pressure.
Analyst Insight
According to Procurement Resource, hydrofluoric acid prices are expected to remain regionally divergent, with Asia maintaining firmer levels due to supply constraints, while Western markets stay under pressure from moderate demand and sufficient import availability.
Hydrofluoric acid is a fuming, highly corrosive liquid. It is a solution of hydrogen fluoride in water used to make most of the fluorine-containing compounds.
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The reaction of dry fluorspar and sulfuric acid produces hydrofluoric acid. The raw materials go through an endothermic reaction to produce hydrogen fluoride gas which is condensed and distilled to give anhydrous hydrofluoric acid, which, when mixed with water, gives aqueous hydrofluoric acid.
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