Market Overview
For the Quarter Ending June 2026
Cresylic Acid Prices in North America
Cresylic Acid Spot Price remained stable to firm during Q2 2026, supported by steady downstream consumption from resins, solvents, disinfectants, and specialty chemical applications.Cresylic Acid prices hovered around USD 1689/MT (CFR basis) during Q2 2026.
Cresylic Acid Price Forecast indicates a moderately firm trend through Q3 2026 as demand remains stable and feedstock costs provide underlying support.Cresylic Acid Production Cost Trend increased moderately due to firmer phenolic feedstock costs, energy expenses, and logistics costs.Cresylic Acid Demand Outlook remained positive, supported by regular procurement from chemical, resin, and industrial manufacturers.The Cresylic Acid Price Index reflected stable downstream demand, while adequate availability and controlled inventories limited significant price gains.
Producers maintained normal operating rates, while buyers largely focused on replenishment purchases rather than aggressive inventory building.
Why did the price of Cresylic Acid change in June 2026 in North America?
Stable downstream procurement supported Cresylic Acid demand during June.
Higher feedstock and operating costs increased supplier replacement costs.
Adequate availability and cautious buying limited the extent of the price increase.
Cresylic Acid Prices in APAC
Cresylic Acid Spot Price increased moderately during Q2 2026, with the Cresylic Acid Price Index rising by 0.6% as firmer feedstock and operating costs supported supplier offers.The average price of Cresylic Acid settled at USD 1454.33/MT on a CFR Malaysia basis.
Cresylic Acid Price Forecast indicates a mildly firm trend through Q3 2026, supported by stable demand from resins, solvents, disinfectants, and specialty chemical applications.Cresylic Acid Production Cost Trend increased moderately due to higher phenolic feedstock, processing, energy, and logistics expenses.Cresylic Acid Demand Outlook remained positive as pharmaceutical, chemical, resin, and industrial manufacturers maintained regular procurement.The Cresylic Acid Price Index increased by 0.6% in Q2 2026 , reflecting higher replacement costs and steady downstream demand, while adequate regional supply limited the magnitude of the increase.
Asian producers maintained normal operating rates, while buyers continued replenishment purchases and remained cautious about building large inventories.
Why did the price of Cresylic Acid increase by 0.6% in Q2 2026 in APAC?
Steady downstream procurement supported Cresylic Acid demand during Q2.
Firmer feedstock, processing, and logistics costs increased suppliers' replacement costs.
Adequate supply and cautious buying limited the price increase to 0.6% .
Cresylic Acid Prices in Europe
Cresylic Acid Spot Price remained stable to firm during Q2 2026 as downstream demand from resins, solvents, and specialty chemicals provided support.Cresylic Acid Price Forecast indicates a modestly firm trend through Q3 2026, supported by stable industrial consumption and replacement-cost pressures.Cresylic Acid Production Cost Trend increased moderately due to higher feedstock, energy, and transportation costs.Cresylic Acid Demand Outlook remained stable as chemical and industrial manufacturers continued regular procurement.The Cresylic Acid Price Index reflected steady demand and higher production costs, although sufficient availability prevented a sharper increase.
Suppliers maintained regular production and distribution, while buyers continued to adopt a cautious replenishment strategy.
Why did the price of Cresylic Acid change in June 2026 in Europe?
Regular procurement from downstream chemical manufacturers supported demand.
Higher feedstock, energy, and logistics costs increased supplier replacement costs.
Adequate inventories and import availability limited upward price pressure.
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Product Description
Cresylic acid is a mixture of methyl-substituted phenols (primarily the ortho-, meta-, and para-cresol isomers, along with other alkyl phenols) obtained from coal tar, petroleum refining, or synthetic chemical processes. It is a colorless to yellowish liquid with a strong phenolic odor and is valued for its antiseptic, solvent, and chemical intermediate properties. Cresylic acid is widely used in the manufacture of disinfectants, resins, antioxidants, plasticizers, dyes, pesticides, explosives, and pharmaceuticals, as well as in specialty solvents and industrial cleaning products. It is also used as a raw material in the production of phenolic resins and other high-performance chemicals. Although highly useful in industrial applications, cresylic acid is corrosive and toxic, with exposure capable of causing skin and eye burns, respiratory irritation, and harmful systemic effects if inhaled, ingested, or absorbed through the skin. Because of these hazards, it must be handled with appropriate protective equipment, adequate ventilation, and careful storage and disposal practices to minimize risks to workers and the environment.
Product Specific Details
CAS No.
1319-77-3
HS Code
29071220
Grade
Industrial Grade
Contract Size
50 MT
Packaging Type
ISO Tank
