For the Quarter Ending December 2025
North America
• In the USA, the Barium Carbonate Price Index rose by 0.06% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting balanced imports.
• The average Barium Carbonate price for the quarter was approximately USD 1631.33/MT, weighted shipments regionally.
• Barium Carbonate Spot Price pressured by discounted Asian and Mexican cargoes, keeping Price Index subdued.
• Barium Carbonate Price Forecast projects modest softening early Q1 2026 then seasonal restocking may support recovery.
• Barium Carbonate Production Cost Trend rose on barite ore increases, but import discounts limited passthrough.
• Barium Carbonate Demand Outlook remains weak; ceramics and brick buyers defer purchases until Q1 2026 clarity.
• Elevated inventories and steady imports pressured the Price Index, congestion briefly tightening spot availability somewhat.
• Domestic producer ran steadily with limited capacity, so the Barium Carbonate Price Index remained import-driven.
Why did the price of Barium Carbonate change in December 2025 in North America?
• Sustained import arrivals and elevated inventories diluted domestic demand, producing downward pressure on spot values.
• Higher barite ore costs raised production cash costs, but import discounts and freight limited passthrough.
• Seasonal year-end weak purchasing and cautious procurement prevented inventory drawdown, keeping price momentum subdued thereby.
APAC
• In Malaysia, the Barium Carbonate Price Index fell by 5.83% quarter-over-quarter, driven by exporter discounting.
• The average Barium Carbonate price for the quarter was approximately USD 505.67/MT, reflecting Malaysian buying.
• Barium Carbonate Spot Price weakened amid smoother container availability and strengthened ringgit, pressuring landed valuations.
• Barium Carbonate Price Forecast anticipates modest recovery post-Lunar New Year as restocking supports incremental upward pressure.
• Barium Carbonate Production Cost Trend benign with stable freight and energy costs, limiting upstream pass-through.
• Barium Carbonate Demand Outlook stays muted given weaker construction activity and inventory destocking in ceramics.
• Barium Carbonate Price Index reflected Chinese exporter discounting and improved port logistics easing supply constraints.
• Exporters from China and India increased year-end volumes, prompting aggressive offers and pressuring regional CFR competitiveness.
Why did the price of Barium Carbonate change in December 2025 in APAC?
• Chinese and Indian exporters offered aggressive year-end discounts, lowering landed CFR values and import prices.
• Container availability improved at Port Klang, reducing demurrage and freight cost components for Malaysian importers.
• Seasonally weak construction demand and inventory drawdowns reduced urgent procurement, amplifying downward price pressure.
Europe
• In Spain, the Barium Carbonate Price Index fell by 19.29% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting oversupplied import arrivals.
• The average Barium Carbonate price for the quarter was approximately USD 507.67/MT, reflecting steady imports.
• Barium Carbonate Spot Price softened in December as Asian arrivals pressured the Spain Price Index.
• Barium Carbonate Price Forecast signals modest recovery into early 2026 as restocking and seasonal demand resume.
• Barium Carbonate Production Cost Trend reflected higher barite and energy inputs, tightening margins among processors.
• Barium Carbonate Demand Outlook remains muted near-term with ceramics maintenance shutdowns reducing immediate procurement activity.
• Inventory at Spanish terminals kept Barium Carbonate Price Index subdued despite occasional nearby export orders.
• Distributors prioritized timely shipments over negotiations, keeping Barium Carbonate Spot Price volatility limited during December.
Why did the price of Barium Carbonate change in December 2025 in Europe?
• Regular Asian shipments reduced short-term scarcity, increasing availability and pressuring import-dependent Spanish prices further downward.
• Ceramics industry maintenance and year-end shutdowns weakened demand, reducing spot buying and downward price pressure.
• Stable barite feedstock and smooth port operations lowered cost uncertainty, limiting upward pressure on prices.
For the Quarter Ending September 2025
North America
• In United States, the Barium Carbonate Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter in Q3 2025, driven by increasing production costs.
• Barium Carbonate production costs increased in Q3 2025 due to rising barite feedstock and energy expenses.
• Demand for Barium Carbonate was mixed, with glass manufacturing expanding but ceramics declining in Q3 2025.
• Industrial production increased marginally by 0.1% year-over-year in September 2025, impacting Barium Carbonate demand.
• Consumer Price Index rose 3.0% year-over-year in September 2025, increasing operational costs for Barium Carbonate producers.
• Barite inventories tightened at US Gulf-Coast terminals in Q3 2025, affecting Barium Carbonate supply.
• US Barium Carbonate imports increased in July 2025, while exports decreased, reflecting trade flow shifts.
Why did the price of Barium Carbonate change in September 2025 in North America?
• Rising barite feedstock costs and increased domestic fuel and freight expenses elevated production costs in Q3 2025.
• General inflation, with CPI up 3.0% year-over-year in September 2025, pressured Barium Carbonate manufacturing.
• Tightening barite inventories in Q3 2025, alongside increased imports, influenced domestic Barium Carbonate supply.
Europe
• In Germany, the Barium Carbonate Price Index remained down in Q3 2025, balancing cost pressures and subdued demand.
• Germany's industrial production declined 1.0% in September 2025, dampening Barium Carbonate demand.
• The Manufacturing Index contracted in Q3 2025, signaling reduced industrial activity and lower Barium Carbonate consumption.
• Consumer Price Index increased 2.4% in September 2025, contributing to higher operational costs for producers.
• Producer Price Index fell 1.7% in September 2025, driven by lower energy prices, offering some cost relief.
• Construction sector demand declined in Q3 2025, while glass manufacturing demand remained high.
• Barium Carbonate Price Forecast suggests continued decline, balancing cost pressures against subdued industrial demand.
Why did the price of Barium Carbonate change in September 2025 in Europe?
•Surplus in the supply and the demand ratio resulted in the lower bidding activities for the inventories accumulation led to decline in the Barium Carbonate price.
• Industrial production declined 1.0% in September 2025, reducing overall demand for Barium Carbonate.
• Producer prices fell 1.7% in September 2025, partially offsetting rising input costs for Barium Carbonate.
APAC
• In China, the Barium Carbonate Price Index fell quarter-over-quarter in Q3 2025, driven by decreased barite feedstock costs.
• Industrial production expanded 6.5% year-over-year in September 2025, supporting Barium Carbonate demand in various industrial applications.
• Consumer demand was weak, with CPI falling 0.3% year-over-year in September 2025, impacting consumer-driven Barium Carbonate applications.
• Weak industrial demand was evident as PPI fell 2.3% year-over-year in September 2025, exerting downward pressure on Barium Carbonate pricing.
• The Manufacturing Index contracted in September 2025, reflecting reduced new orders and overall industrial activity.
• Automotive sector vehicle sales surged in Q3 2025, particularly for New Energy Vehicles, boosting Barium Carbonate consumption.
• Retail sales grew 3.0% year-over-year in September 2025, indirectly supporting Barium Carbonate demand in consumer goods and construction.
Why did the price of Barium Carbonate change in September 2025 in APAC?
• Higher stock levels across producers and distributors may have pressured prices, as suppliers offered discounts to reduce excess inventory.
• Slower activity in construction, glass, and ceramics industries have reduced industrial consumption, contributing to lower prices.
• Weak consumer demand and contracting manufacturing activity tempered overall Barium Carbonate demand.
