In the first half of November 2025, Pentaerythritol (PENT) prices in North America stayed unchanged from late October as supply and demand remained balanced. Production rates were stable, supported by moderate supplies of feedstock formaldehyde. Supply to buyers was moderate, with U.S. exports showing cautious stability. Diversified trade routes, steady overseas demand, and investment in infrastructure and digital tools helped manage risks, keeping export performance steady. Demand also remained firm across paints, coatings, automotive, construction, and industrial sectors, with strong use in alkyd resins, lubricants, plasticizers, surfactants, and pharmaceuticals. Cosmetics and personal care added support through stabilizers and binding agents, driven by wellness and sustainability trends. Despite inflation and trade challenges, equilibrium was maintained. However, PENT prices are expected to decline toward the end of the year due to Asian destocking, holiday slowdowns, limited demand growth, and a decrease in feedstock formaldehyde costs, reducing overall PENT prices in the North American market.
