Sodium propionate, a critical preservative in food and agricultural products, has seen sharp price gains across April xxxx, with market analysts predicting sustained strength through May. This critical chemical compound, valued for its antimicrobial activity that prevents mold growth and increases product shelf life, is under increasing cost pressures from supply chain disruptions, seasonal demand, and geopolitical tensions.
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Severe port congestion in China and Europe adding to supply constraints.
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New US tariffs on Chinese imports driving purchases forward.
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Robust seasonal demand from food preservation and agricultural industries.
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Raw material price is flat but logistics issues are piling up.
The market for sodium propionate has been strong despite huge price increases in April. Purchasers continue to order in bulk before the Labor Day holiday, adding further pressure on already tight production capacity. Chinese manufacturers have...
