Global Iodine Demand Widens in September, here is what it means for you

Key Highlights:

• Iodine demand remains robust in medical applications, particularly contrast media and antiseptic formulations driving consistent industrial uptake
• LCD manufacturing and semiconductor applications maintain steady iodine requirements, supporting baseline demand across Asian markets
• Chilean and Japanese iodine producers have achieved optimal production levels, with SQM operations reaching record highs and Japanese co-production from natural gas stabilizing
• End-users increasingly adopt just-in-time procurement strategies, preventing overstock-driven market surges while maintaining balanced iodine inventory levels

The global iodine market continues to be supported by diversified applications in pharmaceuticals, electronics, and agrochemicals. Pharmaceutical demand is the strongest demand segment, with medical iodine demand for X-ray contrast media and antiseptic solutions continuing to post good growth directions

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