At the beginning of the second quarter of xxxx, Tetra Potassium Pyrophosphate (TKPP) prices increased in the North American market. The price uptick was mainly driven by limited production, caused by a shortage of feedstock phosphoric acid amid rising raw material phosphate prices. Export-related supply chain disruptions, including port congestion and fluctuating freight rates, further tightened supply. Geopolitical factors, such as newly imposed tariffs on imports, added to cost pressures. Despite stable demand across key sectors like personal care and pharmaceuticals, cautious purchasing behavior—especially in agriculture—kept overall market activity subdued. However, TKPP prices are expected to decline later in Qx as import volumes rise due to favorable tariff conditions and improved shipping activity, potentially leading to higher inventories and softer demand.
TKPP production rates were limited in April xxxx due to a shortage of feedstock Phosphoric Acid, amid an...
