During April 2025, the price of Diethylenetriamine (DETA) peaked and declined in key global markets. Belgium recorded a very small decline; China experienced a slight increase; and Saudi Arabia and the USA witnessed moderate increases in pricing due to downstream sector demand.

In Belgium, DETA market conditions showed a slight decline of 0.6% in the price during April, driven by lower production costs and a slight lull in activity. Feedstock, specifically ethylene and ammonia, reported lower costs, and the overall market remained fairly subdued. Tariff uncertainties and weak downstream demand (particularly from the construction sector) limited the buying activity in the domestic market as well. In addition, the relatively high inventory levels contributed to a lack of urgency to procure more DETA, especially when the fertilizer sector was prioritizing purchasing low-carbon, EU-compliant products in preparation for the upcoming Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) regulations and long-term relationships that will define and develop product strategies.

In contrast, China saw a 0.6% increase in DETA prices in April, reflective in part to rising production costs (especially ammonia) but also from price adjustments by suppliers (with declines in ethylene). The rise in DETA prices is likely due to the increased global demand as Southeast Asia's manufacturing sector recovered, creating sales increases for producers and increased export orders. Additionally, DETA demand levels have been sustained by steady demand from the adhesives and coatings market. Fluctuations in some markets, along with restrictions related to regulatory changes, helped maintain local availability and steady DETA supply by promoting local contracts ahead of exports.

In Saudi Arabia, DETA prices increased by 2.4% in April, with demand levels driven by the coatings, adhesives, and water treatment segments. The coming summer construction season and improvement in industrial production helped drive purchasing, as buyers sought to secure supplies in preparation for any disruptions. Suppliers' production cost advantages from lower feedstock ethylene and ammonium prices didn't keep pace with the tightening of supply conditions, which led to a price increase. The demand for outpacing the supply in the market leads to a moderate price increase.

Likewise, in the USA, DETA prices were up 2.8% in April as there was moderate demand from the agricultural and construction sectors. There was an increase in DETA consumption in the agricultural sector and, in particular, the use of crop protection formulations. Furthermore, buying activity in the construction sector had some seasonal impact. While feedstock costs declined to help maintain affordable production costs, demand continues to grow in all sectors, and this price increase can be attributed to demand and supply conditions.

As per ChemAnalyst, DETA prices suggest a continued upward trend in markets like Saudi Arabia and the USA, driven by seasonal demand and strong industrial activity, while prices in Belgium and China may stabilize amid slower growth in downstream sectors.