Retail anhydrous ammonia prices in Illinois have risen significantly compared to both last year and two years prior, reaching levels only seen once in the past decade. High nitrogen fertilizer costs are creating strong economic incentives for farmers to reduce application rates, though historical data shows many farmers have been slow to adjust rates downward even when prices are elevated.
Loss of several CO2 sources and plant outages—including contamination issues at Jackson Dome—have significantly tightened North American supply. New sources from dairy and food waste are beginning to enter the market, but supply constraints from declining traditional sources (ethanol, hydrogen, ammonia) are expected to keep upward pressure on CO2 prices. Regulatory progress on 45Q and 45Z carbon capture incentives remains a key variable for longer-term supply expansion.
| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium Bicarbonate | China | FOB | USD 177.78/MT | August 2026 |
| Sodium Bicarbonate | India | CIF | USD 268.78/MT | August 2026 |
| Sodium Bicarbonate | Germany | CIF | USD 291.78/MT | August 2026 |
| Sodium Bicarbonate | Australia | CIF | USD 272.78/MT | August 2026 |
| Sodium Bicarbonate | Brazil | CIF | USD 319.78/MT | August 2026 |
| Sodium Bicarbonate | China | FOB | USD 179.59/MT | July 2026 |
| Sodium Bicarbonate | India | CIF | USD 286.40/MT | July 2026 |
| Sodium Bicarbonate | Germany | CIF | USD 313.22/MT | July 2026 |
| Sodium Bicarbonate | Australia | CIF | USD 278.05/MT | July 2026 |
| Sodium Bicarbonate | Brazil | CIF | USD 351.20/MT | July 2026 |
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Asia
In the Chinese markets, Sodium Bicarbonate prices were roughly USD 180.69/MT in May to USD 181.00/MT in June, recording a marginal positive change. Chinese market conditions remained balanced as ample production availability and high inventories prevented stronger increases. Soda ash supply stayed comfortable, with industry utilisation remaining above 82%, while weaker purchasing from glass, detergents and chemical users kept supplier competition high. Buyers generally maintained low inventories and purchased against immediate requirements. Sodium Bicarbonate prices witnessed gains in the Indian market for Q2 2026, moving up from roughly USD 248.03/MT in May to USD 268.40/MT in June, recording a positive change of 8.2%. Indian prices strengthened as higher replacement costs, freight expenses and firmer procurement from food, pharmaceutical and industrial users tightened market conditions.
Europe
The German market saw Sodium Bicarbonate prices climb notably through Q2'26, rising from roughly USD 274.14/MT in May to USD 302.30/MT in June, marking a positive change of 10.3%. European producers faced persistent pressure from energy, transport and manufacturing costs, which supported sodium bicarbonate offers despite competition from imported material. Soda ash availability from international suppliers limited the extent of cost pass-through, but higher operating expenses and steady demand from pharmaceuticals, food processing, detergents and industrial applications kept the market firm. Weak construction and broader industrial activity prevented an even stronger rise.
North America
North American sodium bicarbonate markets remained supported during Q2 by higher logistics costs, temporary production disruptions and stable industrial consumption. Domestic producers benefited from access to trona-based soda ash, which provided a cost advantage compared with synthetic production routes. Demand from food processing, pharmaceuticals, animal feed, flue-gas treatment and household applications remained steady. Improved construction-supply activity also supported consumption, although moderate manufacturing growth kept buyers cautious and limited aggressive inventory building.
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According to Procurement Resource, sodium bicarbonate prices are expected to remain stable to firm, with energy, freight and upstream availability supporting the market while adequate supply caps sharper increases.
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Asia
In Asia, sodium bicarbonate market sentiment remained soft amid sufficient product availability and cautious downstream procurement. In China, persistent oversupply conditions and high producer operating rates kept market pressure elevated, while weak demand from the glass and industrial sectors reduced consumption growth. Maintenance activity at selected facilities provided limited support toward the end of the quarter, but inventories remained high across the market. In India, the market witnessed slight improvement supported by stable demand from food processing, bakery, pharmaceutical, and detergent applications. However, cautious purchasing behaviour and competitive imported material prevented stronger gains. Freight inflation and higher shipping costs linked to Strait of Hormuz disruptions also increased logistics expenses for regional chemical cargoes during March.
Europe
In Europe, sodium bicarbonate prices remained mostly stable as adequate regional supply balanced moderate downstream demand. Weak construction activity and reduced glass-sector operations limited industrial consumption, while food-grade and pharmaceutical demand stayed relatively consistent. Elevated freight and energy costs linked to Middle East geopolitical tensions increased operational expenses for chemical manufacturers and importers, but sluggish procurement activity prevented notable upward movement. Buyers largely maintained short-term purchasing strategies amid uncertain industrial recovery.
Sodium Bicarbonate is known as the monosodium salt of carbonic acid with alkalinising and electrolyte replacement properties. It is a white, crystalline powder, which commonly finds application as a pH buffering agent, systemic alkaliser and in topical cleansing solutions. Upon dissociation, Sodium Bicarbonate forms ions of sodium and bicarbonate.
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Soaps and washing detergents, Gas treatment plants, pH regulator/ buffering agent, Food preservation, To bleach laundry, Dyes and colouring agents, Glass manufacture
Sodium hydrogen carbonate, 144-55-8, Sodium hydrogen carbonate, Baking soda, Sodium bicarb, Bicarb
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In many industries sodium bicarbonate is manufactured by processing sodium carbonate.
Carbon Dioxide and Brine are the major ingredients in this process. It produces Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda) as the main product and Ammonium Chloride as the bi product.
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