US SAN Market Firms in February 2026 on Tight Supply Conditions

US SAN Market Firms in February 2026 on Tight Supply Conditions

Yasar Kemal 09-Mar-2026

US Styrene Acrylonitrile (SAN) prices moved higher through February as buyers stepped up procurement amid tightening spot availability. While the market began the month on a stable footing, firmer supplier offers and restricted prompt cargoes later encouraged buyers to secure volumes early. Demand from plastics, molding, and extrusion sectors remained steady, supporting the uptrend. Despite geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, global SAN supply chains stayed largely stable, maintaining consistent availability for contracted deliveries.

US Styrene Acrylonitrile (SAN) prices advanced as market participants moved to secure prompt volumes amid tightening spot availability. Early February trading remained largely neutral, but mid- to late-February saw suppliers lift offer levels and restrict prompt cargoes, prompting buyers to cover ahead of potential further upside. That momentum extended into early March, with weekly assessments indicating a noticeable uptick. Overall market sentiment was shaped by disciplined seller behavior, active buyer coverage for short-term requirements, and steady demand from the plastics, molding, and extrusion sectors, establishing a bullish tone for SAN DEL New York as participants recalibrated inventories and allocations through the month.

Downstream demand was the key driver for the rise: processors and buyers remained actively engaged, accepting higher offers to secure short-term SAN feedstock. Sustained purchasing supported mid-month procurement, with buyers prioritizing coverage to ensure production continuity. Spot-focused purchasers without contracts faced tighter...

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