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Methylamine Price Trend Analysis 2026: Price Drivers, Supply Demand Analysis, Latest News, Historical Prices & Market Insights
Written ByUdeesha Tomar
Methylamine Price Trend H1 2026
- Methylamine prices strengthened and then stabilised during H1’26 as Middle East disruptions tightened methanol availability and raised freight and replacement costs. North America remained comparatively stable.
- Methanol feedstock costs gained support from supply-route disruptions, particularly reduced flows through the Strait of Hormuz, although the impact varied by region.
- Downstream demand remained mixed, with supply concerns supporting buying in, while weak formaldehyde, construction and manufacturing activity capped gains.
Asia
Asian methylamine prices strengthened during H1’26 as disruptions to Middle Eastern supply tightened feedstock availability and increased replacement costs. In China, uncertainty surrounding Iranian methanol shipments through the Strait of Hormuz supported methylamine prices as buyers became more cautious about securing material. India recorded stronger upward pressure as uncertain Middle Eastern arrivals encouraged importers to seek alternative cargoes, tightening spot availability. However, the recovery moderated in Q2 as Iranian production resumed and additional cargoes were expected. Weak demand from methanol derivatives, particularly MTO and formaldehyde, limited the scope for further gains.
Europe
European methylamine prices gained support during H1’26 as Middle East supply disruptions increased methanol replacement costs and freight expenses. Reduced movement through the Strait of Hormuz encouraged buyers and traders to secure additional volumes, strengthening purchasing activity in March. However, the upward momentum weakened during Q2 as regional availability remained adequate and downstream consumption stayed subdued. Weak activity in formaldehyde, coatings, engineering plastics and automotive-linked industries limited demand. Euro-area industrial production increased only 0.3% year-on-year in April, indicating limited scope for a sustained recovery in industrial consumption.
North America
North American methylamine prices remained comparatively stable during H1’26 as tighter global availability provided some support, while domestic feedstock availability limited production-cost escalation. Strait of Hormuz disruptions reduced global methanol trading flexibility and supported Atlantic Basin export opportunities. However, moderate derivative demand and sufficient regional production prevented a sharp price increase. Weakness in construction-related consumption also capped demand, with U.S. housing starts declining 15.4% month-on-month, reducing support from formaldehyde-based applications.
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According to Procurement Resource, Methylamine prices are likely to remain supported where methanol supply routes remain disrupted, although weak downstream consumption could limit further gains.
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Asia
Asian methylamine prices remained mixed through 2025, reflecting changing methanol costs, regional supply and uneven downstream consumption. During H1, softer economic conditions and cautious buying in China limited demand, while sufficient methanol availability kept production costs under control. In Q3, some regional plant maintenance and low inventories initially supported prices, but fresh Middle Eastern cargoes and rising inventories in China and India reversed the gains. Weak demand from formaldehyde and other derivatives further pressured methylamine prices. By Q4, the market diverged sharply. India strengthened as U.S. sanctions disrupted Iranian methanol flows, its primary supply source, forcing importers toward alternative Middle Eastern cargoes and tightening availability. Demand from formaldehyde, acetic acid and biodiesel also provided support. China remained softer, with strong import volumes and high port inventories outweighing higher coal costs and plant maintenance. Chinese methanol prices settled at around USD 301/MT in December 2025, limiting feedstock support for methylamine.
Europe
European methylamine prices remained subdued throughout 2025 as weak industrial activity and comfortable supply outweighed temporary feedstock-related support. During H1, ample methanol availability, competitively priced imports from the Middle East and lower natural gas prices reduced production-cost pressure. In Q3, firmer energy prices and tighter availability briefly supported the market, but weaker demand from downstream sectors including formaldehyde and MTBE prevented sustained gains. By Q4, imports continued at adequate levels while industrial buyers adopted a cautious, hand-to-mouth purchasing strategy. Volatile energy prices failed to generate sufficient cost pressure to lift methylamine prices, leaving the market broadly stable to soft.
North America
North American methylamine prices remained under pressure through 2025, primarily because of adequate supply and restrained downstream demand. During H1, the restart of a major methanol plant in Louisiana in late April increased availability in an already well-stocked market, while weaker natural gas prices reduced methanol production costs. Prices remained largely stable in Q3 as higher crude and natural gas costs were offset by sufficient plant availability and moderate trading activity. In Q4, prices declined as inventories remained adequate and buyers avoided additional purchases. Softer Asian and European methanol markets also weakened export support, while subdued industrial demand kept suppliers under pressure.
About Methylamine
Methylamine is a chemical compound with the molecular formula CH3NH2. It is a colorless gas with a pungent odor, commonly found in nature and produced industrially. Methylamine is a vital building block in the synthesis of various organic compounds, including pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and dyes. It is also utilized in the production of rubber accelerators and explosives. In laboratories, methylamine is used as a reagent in various chemical reactions. Due to its potent odor and potential hazards, proper handling and safety precautions are essential when working with this compound.
Methylamine Product Detail
HS Code
29211100
Chemical Formula
CH3NH2
CAS Number
74-89-5
Molecular Weight
31.05 g/mol
Industrial Uses
Explosives, Solvents, Dyes and pigments, Water treatment, Pesticide production
Synonyms
Methanamine, Aminomethane
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Mitsubishi Gas Chemical, Celanese, Alkyl Amines Chemicals, Balaji Amines, LOTTE Fine Chemical, Anyang Chemical Industry Group
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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
CurrencyUS$ (Data can also be provided in local currency)
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Methylamine Production Processes
In this process, vapor phase amination of methanol is carried out in the presence of solid catalyst.
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