US Butyl Acetate prices continued to be flat FOB Texas in August 2025, in part due to weak end use demand from the coatings and adhesives markets. Downstream consumption was limited as construction activity slowed, and buyers were cautious. Downstream prices for acetic acid and methanol decreased, which reduced some of the upward pressure upstream. Gulf Coast producers maintained steady production rates, although some supply was imported competitively. The Housing Market Index was down, reflecting lower expectations by builders. Demand was also weak from the automotive and packaging sectors, and there was little interest from the export markets. The short-term market outlook is negative, but stabilization is possible towards the end of Q3 if demand from construction related uses improves.
