Key Highlights
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August saw a significant rise in Gelatin prices, fueled by aggressive procurement and limited availability.
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In September, Gelatin prices are forecast to rise further, but at a slower rate as panic buying subsides.
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Golden Week disruptions in China are expected to tighten supply and lift freight charges.
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Downstream Gelatin demand from food, nutraceutical, and pharmaceutical industries remains robust.
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U.S. inflation at x.xx is pushing buyers to stock early to hedge against further cost increases.
US gelatin prices shot through the roof during August xxxx as purchasers rushed to purchase prior to the Golden Week. Import quantities increased as Chinese port congestion due to typhoons truncating deliveries, tighter still were levels of availability. Suppliers therefore increased prices in a bid to absorb higher shipping and handling expenses.
Throughout September, Gelatin prices are expected to keep increasing, but at a lesser pace. The urgency that characterized August purchasing...
