Fatty Alcohol prices in the US decreased during the first half of December 2025 amid balanced supply and cautious demand. Production among the major Asian exporting countries was steady, despite tighter supplies of palm kernel oil as a result of seasonal harvesting variations algae oil transportation delays. These problems raised the cost of palm kernel oil and the cost of production. Still, producers were able to keep output steady through alternative sources and careful inventory management. The export supply of Fatty Alcohol to the US remained moderate and imports receded slightly after the seasonal peak. Shipments from China also fell with growing tariffs and shifting trade situation, but total inflows were stable. On the demand front, US detergent producers were less aggressive in buying on the spot market as they had sufficient inventory to meet end-of-year requirements. Companies in personal care and cosmetics, on the other hand, saw strong pre-holiday demand, notably in skin care and hair care. Looking ahead, Fatty Alcohol prices may rise as new-year restocking begins, palm kernel oil costs increase, and freight rates climb due to seasonal congestion.
