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For the Quarter Ending December 2025

Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) Prices in APAC

In India, the Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) Price Index fell in Q4 2025, influenced by weak consumer demand. The EGMS price stood at USD 2,230/MT FOB India.
EGMS production costs faced upward pressure in December 2025 from rising naphtha and declining palm oil production.
EGMS demand was impacted by slowed consumer spending in Q4 2025; retail sales grew 0.9% year-over-year.
Manufacturing Index expanded in December 2025; industrial production grew 5.2% year-over-year, supporting EGMS demand.
Deflationary pressures were evident as the Producer Price Index (PPI) declined 1.9% year-over-year in December 2025.
Weak consumer demand was also reflected by a low CPI of 0.8% year-over-year in December 2025.
India’s exports demonstrated strong growth throughout 2025, contributing to a record trade surplus.
Demand for stearic acid, a key precursor, surged in Asia during Q4 2025, driven by consumer industries.

Why did the price of Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) change in December 2025 in APAC?

Weak consumer demand, with retail sales growing only 0.9% year-over-year in December 2025.
Deflationary pressures, as the Producer Price Index (PPI) declined 1.9% year-over-year in December 2025.
Upward pressure on production costs from rising naphtha feedstock prices towards December 2025.

Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) Prices in North America

In United States, the Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter in Q4 2025, driven by increased production costs.
Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) production costs increased, with CPI rising 2.7% year-over-year in December 2025.
Producer Price Index (PPI) increased 3.0% year-over-year in November 2025, indicating higher input costs for Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS).
Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) demand was supported by a 3.3% rise in retail sales in November 2025, reflecting healthy consumer spending.
Industrial production increased 2.0% year-over-year in December 2025, indirectly supporting Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) market activity.
Global edible oil prices surged into October 2025, significantly impacting Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) feedstock expenses.
US manufacturing output declined in Q4 2025, moderating overall industrial demand for Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) applications.
A 4.4% unemployment rate in December 2025 supported consumer spending on personal care products, driving Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS).

Why did the price of Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) change in December 2025 in North America?

Rising CPI (2.7% YoY) in December 2025 increased raw material and operational costs for EGMS.
Global edible oil prices surged into October 2025, impacting EGMS feedstock expenses.
US manufacturing new orders declined in December 2025, moderating EGMS demand.

Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) Prices in Europe

In Germany, the Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) Price Index fell quarter-over-quarter in Q4 2025, influenced by contracting manufacturing activity.
Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) production costs experienced downward pressure in December 2025 as producer prices declined by 2.5% year-on-year.
Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) demand outlook was mixed; retail sales rose 1.1% in November 2025, yet consumer confidence declined.
Germany's Manufacturing Index was contracting in December 2025, indicating a slowdown in overall economic activity.
Industrial production in Germany increased by 0.8% year-on-year in October 2025, suggesting ongoing, albeit slow, manufacturing activity.
Global oil supply declined in November 2025, and Germany's natural gas industrial consumption also declined then.
German chemical industry export orders trended weak in Q4 2025, impacting overall trade flows for chemical products.
Consumer spending was supported by a 1.8% CPI increase in December 2025, despite a 6.2% unemployment rate.

Why did the price of Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) change in December 2025 in Europe?

Germany's Manufacturing Index contracted in December 2025, dampening industrial output and demand.
Weak domestic and export orders for German chemicals persisted throughout Q4 2025.
Consumer confidence declined to -17.5 in December 2025, impacting discretionary spending on end products.

For the Quarter Ending September 2025

Ethylene Glycol Monostearate Prices in North America

In United States, the Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter, driven by rising feedstock costs and robust retail sales in September 2025.
EGMS production costs increased in Q3 2025, influenced by rising naphtha, natural gas, and soybean oil feedstock expenses.
Demand for EGMS was supported by a 5.42% year-over-year increase in retail sales in September 2025.
Consumer confidence declined to 94.2 in September 2025, signaling potential headwinds for discretionary EGMS end-product spending.
Ethylene availability tightened in Q3 2025 due to logistics disruptions and scheduled maintenance, impacting EGMS supply.
US ethylene export demand surged in Q3 2025, providing significant support to the broader ethylene market.
Rising producer input costs, with PPI up 2.6% year-over-year in August 2025, pressured EGMS manufacturing margins.
Industrial production showed a marginal 0.1% year-over-year increase in September 2025, indicating slow growth in EGMS-consuming sectors.
The 3.0% year-over-year CPI increase in September 2025 indicated rising consumer prices, potentially affecting EGMS end-product purchasing.

Why did the price of Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) change in September 2025 in North America?

Rising naphtha and natural gas costs significantly increased EGMS production expenses in Q3 2025.
Robust retail sales, up 5.42% year-over-year in September 2025, bolstered demand for EGMS end-products.
Tightened ethylene availability and surging export demand supported EGMS pricing in Q3 2025.

Ethylene Glycol Monostearate Prices in APAC

In China, the Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter in Q3 2025, driven by strengthening feedstock costs.
EGMS production costs increased as ethylene and palm oil feedstock strengthened in Q3 2025.
Key raw material prices for China's manufacturing sector increased in August 2025, adding to cost pressures.
Consumer confidence at 89.6 and CPI at -0.3% in September 2025 indicated cautious consumer spending.
The Manufacturing Index was contracting and PPI fell by -2.3% in September 2025, suggesting reduced industrial demand.
Retail sales increased by 3.0% and industrial production expanded by 6.5% year-over-year in September 2025.
Regional ethylene supply tightened in Q3 2025 due to maintenance, impacting EGMS availability.
Raw material inventories in China's manufacturing sector remained constrained in August 2025.
Unemployment rate at 5.2% in September 2025 suggested a cautious consumer environment.

Why did the price of Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) change in September 2025 in APAC?

Ethylene and palm oil feedstock costs strengthened in Q3 2025, increasing EGMS production expenses.
Contracting Manufacturing Index and low consumer confidence dampened demand in September 2025.
Regional ethylene supply tightened in Q3 2025, contributing to upward price pressure.

Ethylene Glycol Monostearate Prices in Europe

In Germany, the Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) Price Index fell quarter-over-quarter in Q3 2025, influenced by declining producer prices.
EGMS production costs faced downward pressure in September 2025 as producer prices decreased by 1.7% year-over-year.
Demand for EGMS was impacted by a contracting Manufacturing Index in Germany during Q3 2025, signaling reduced industrial activity.
The EGMS demand outlook was supported by strengthening European personal care market growth in Q3 2025.
Ethylene prices in Europe declined in Q3 2025, while naphtha prices rebounded, increasing in September.
German industrial production decreased by 1.0% in September 2025, indicating reduced demand for chemical inputs.
Retail sales in Germany rose by 0.2% in September 2025, with stable 6.3% unemployment, supporting consumer demand.
Elevated consumer price inflation at 2.4% in September 2025, alongside ample inventories, influenced market dynamics.

Why did the price of Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) change in September 2025 in Europe?

Producer prices decreased by 1.7% year-over-year in September 2025, reducing EGMS manufacturing costs.
Industrial production declined by 1.0% in September 2025, dampening overall demand for EGMS.
Ethylene prices declined in Q3 2025, while stearic acid faced downward pressure in July, impacting EGMS.

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List of Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) Suppliers

1. Gangwal Chemicals
2. Seppic (Air Liquide Group)
3. Muby Chemicals
4. Parchem Fine & Specialty Chemicals
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Product Description

Ethylene Glycol Monostearate (EGMS) is a glycol fatty acid ester widely used as an opacifier, pearlizing agent, and secondary emulsifier in personal care and cosmetic formulations. It is produced through the controlled esterification of ethylene glycol with stearic acid sourced from natural vegetable fats, yielding a waxy, biodegradable material with consistent purity and performance characteristics. Its long-chain hydrophobic structure and crystalline nature enable EGMS to enhance visual appeal and improve formulation texture.

EGMS is valued for its ability to impart a smooth, pearlescent finish, increase viscosity, and stabilize oil-in-water systems. It offers excellent dispersibility, contributes to a creamy sensory profile, and helps modulate the flow and thickness of surfactant-based products without compromising clarity or stability. Due to these functional advantages, Ethylene Glycol Monostearate is widely used in shampoos, body washes, liquid soaps, and skincare products. It also supports formulation needs in industrial cleaners and specialty cosmetic applications where improved aesthetics, texture, and consistency are required.