Rising U.S. demand for Korean cosmetics, fueled by retail expansion and social media, is accelerating. The category's lower price points compared with prestige skincare risk pulling down average spending in the cosmetics market as consumers shift toward more affordable options.
| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magnesium Carbonate | China | FOB | USD 1,204.71/MT | June 2026 |
| Magnesium Carbonate | India | CIF | USD 1,292.71/MT | June 2026 |
| Magnesium Carbonate | USA | CIF | USD 1,359.71/MT | June 2026 |
| Magnesium Carbonate | Germany | CIF | USD 1,325.71/MT | June 2026 |
| Magnesium Carbonate | Canada | CIF | USD 1,359.71/MT | June 2026 |
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Asia
In Asia, magnesium carbonate prices were stable to firm during Q1’26. China’s magnesium chain saw firmer sentiment due to limited spot availability, stronger fuel costs, and producer reluctance to accept low-priced orders. Feedstock pressure came from magnesite, magnesium oxide, magnesium compounds, thermal coal, and power costs. The Iran war and Strait of Hormuz disruption raised freight and fuel-risk sentiment, but the impact was indirect rather than supply-specific. Downstream demand from rubber, plastics, pharma, and food-grade applications stayed steady, supporting firm offers.
Europe
In Europe, magnesium carbonate prices were stable to firm, mainly due to import dependence and higher delivered-cost risk. European buyers remained exposed to freight, energy, and shipping uncertainty after the Strait of Hormuz disruption. Demand from pharma, rubber, plastic additives, and industrial uses stayed moderate, but buyers avoided heavy restocking. This kept the market firm without a sharp price rally.
North America
In North America, magnesium carbonate prices stayed supported by import reliance and higher logistics costs. Buyers remained exposed to China-origin magnesium compounds and international freight movement. Demand from agriculture, industrial chemicals, rubber, plastics, and pharmaceutical applications remained steady. The main support came from replacement-cost pressure rather than strong demand growth.
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According to Procurement Resource, near term, magnesium carbonate prices may remain firm if freight, fuel, and magnesium-chain costs stay elevated. Prices may stabilize if shipping risk eases and downstream buyers continue need-based procurement.
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Asia
Throughout 2025, magnesium carbonate prices in Asia remained largely stable with intermittent downward pressure driven by a comfortable magnesium supply and measured downstream demand. China continued to dominate global production, benefiting from stable operating rates and improved export competitiveness. Consumption from pharmaceuticals, food additives, and personal care sectors remained resilient but was offset by cautious procurement from industrial users. As feedstock magnesium prices experienced only moderate fluctuations, magnesium carbonate producers largely maintained stable pricing despite competitive market conditions.
Europe
European magnesium carbonate prices followed a stable trend across 2025, supported by consistent import supplies and balanced demand from pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and specialty chemical industries. Manufacturers benefited from relatively stable feedstock availability, while moderate industrial activity and sufficient inventories prevented significant price swings. Buyers continued purchasing based on immediate requirements, resulting in a well-balanced market throughout the year.
North America
North American magnesium carbonate prices remained broadly stable during 2025 as steady domestic demand was matched by adequate supply. Pharmaceutical and food-grade applications continued to underpin consumption, while industrial demand remained moderate. Stable import availability, comfortable inventory levels, and limited feedstock cost volatility supported balanced market fundamentals, resulting in only minor price fluctuations over the course of the year.
Magnesium carbonate is a white salt with high thermal stability and low solubility in water. At high temperatures, the salt dissociates into magnesium oxide and carbon dioxide and it is this property is well suited for its usage as a refractory material. Due to its slightly alkaline pH, the salt is often used as an antacid. Along with this, its absorbent properties make its application base much more diverse. The salt also finds applications in the food and pharmaceutical industries in addition to the production processes of rubber, plastics, and other composite materials.
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Pharmaceutical Industry, Food Industry, Rubber and Plastics Industry, Cosmetics and personal care
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In the first step of this synthesis, magnesium oxide salt is mixed with water. This liquid mixture is then saturated by passing carbon dioxide over it. In the subsequent steps, the solution is heated to obtain precipitates of magnesium carbonate which are then separated and purified to obtain the end product.
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