The global x-Ethylhexanol (x-EH) market witnessed a blend of bearish and mildly bullish price movements during April xxxx, shaped by varied regional dynamics, supply adjustments, and downstream sector challenges. While x-EH prices declined across the US and Asia, Europe bucked the trend with a modest price uptick, driven by supply tightness from planned maintenance activities.
In the United States, x-EH prices remained under downward pressure despite a notable increase in feedstock costs. Refinery-grade Propylene, the key input for x-EH, saw an approximate xx price hike, inflating production costs. However, sellers were forced to reduce x-EH export offers to maintain overseas demand amidst fluctuating trade dynamics. Logistical bottlenecks further weighed on the market. The Association of American Railroads reported a x.xx week-on-week drop in chemical railcar loadings to xx,xxx units as of April xx, xxxx, contributing to domestic inventory overhang at key...
