For the Quarter Ending March 2026
Hydrogen Peroxide Prices in North America
- In USA, the Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index rose by 3.23% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting temporary maintenance tightening.
- The average Hydrogen Peroxide price for the quarter was approximately USD 885.33/MT, FOB Houston term.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Spot Price softened amid abundant merchant supply and subdued pulp-and-paper buying interest levels.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Price Forecast remains cautious given persistent inventories, limited export squeezes, and plant maintenance.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Production Cost Trend stayed muted as shale-derived hydrogen and steady energy prices contained cash-cost pressure.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Demand Outlook shows modest recovery from pulp, municipal and chemical sectors absorbing merchant volumes.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index displayed mixed weekly moves; regulatory transport constraints tightened availability and supported bids.
- Inventories climbed as uninterrupted runs and steady imports pressured spot availability, prompting sellers to offer volume discounts.
Why did the price of Hydrogen Peroxide change in March 2026 in North America?
- Planned maintenance at a major Gulf Coast plant reduced regional merchant availability and tightened spot supply.
- Regulatory transport bottlenecks and enforcement actions constrained outbound shipments, limiting merchant volumes available for domestic buyers.
- Persistently low-cost shale hydrogen contained production costs, while municipal and industrial tenders increased immediate offtake demand.
Hydrogen Peroxide Prices in APAC
- In Japan, the Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index fell by 4.6% quarter-over-quarter, due to import oversupply.
- The average Hydrogen Peroxide price for the quarter was approximately USD 436.00/MT, influenced by imports.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Spot Price softened as Chinese, Korean offers undercut sellers, reducing prompt buying interest.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Price Forecast indicates upside risk if import delays persist and downstream procurement accelerates.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Production Cost Trend stable as energy and feedstock changes provided limited upward impetus.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Demand Outlook balanced with semiconductor ramp support but seasonal pulp and textile softness.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index rose as allocation shifts and leaner port stocks tightened prompt availability.
- Domestic producers ran near capacity while exporters trimmed offers, affecting export volumes and prompt availability.
Why did the price of Hydrogen Peroxide change in March 2026 in APAC?
- Temporary berth congestion delayed import arrivals, tightening prompt availability and lifting landed costs into Tokyo.
- Comfortable domestic inventories and substitution trials reduced spot procurement, weakening commodity-grade hydrogen peroxide demand volumes
- Stable freight and currency provided minimal cushioning, leaving fundamentals and allocations to drive Price Index shifts
Hydrogen Peroxide Prices in Europe
- In France, the Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index rose by 13.78% quarter-over-quarter, driven by tighter import availability and higher energy costs.
- The average Hydrogen Peroxide price for the quarter was approximately USD 619.33/MT, reflecting firm merchant demand and limited arrivals
- Hydrogen Peroxide Spot Price remained elevated as distributor inventories compressed and seaborne import arrivals lagged expectations.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Production Cost Trend shows upward pressure from higher natural-gas electricity and anthraquinone solvent transport expenses.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Demand Outlook remains constructive driven by pulp-and-paper bleaching shifts and expanding UV/H2O2 wastewater applications.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Price Forecast for coming month indicates prices likely to stay firm, range-bound, absent major supply shocks.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index recorded accelerating weekly gains as export parcel demand trimmed domestic merchant availability across Marseille.
- Inventory cover at distributors tightened to near two-week levels amid slower rail-tank car turns and elevated freight rates.
Why did the price of Hydrogen Peroxide change in March 2026 in Europe?
- Supply tightness from limited seaborne arrivals and prioritized exports reduced availability in March, supporting strength
- Higher energy and hydrogen feedstock costs increased production costs, prompting sellers to pass through offers
- Strong pulp-and-paper bleaching demand plus expanding UV/H2O2 wastewater applications tightened offtake, reducing import substitution relief
For the Quarter Ending December 2025
North America
- In the USA, the Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index rose by 5.62% quarter-over-quarter, driven by exports.
- The average Hydrogen Peroxide price for the quarter was approximately USD 920.67/MT and reflects balanced demand.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Spot Price tightened on limited merchant tonnes, supporting the regional Price Index firmly.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Production Cost Trend remained muted due to inexpensive natural-gas-derived hydrogen and stable electricity.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Demand Outlook is positive as pulp, wastewater remediation and HPPO sustain robust consumption.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Price Forecast signals mild firmness, supported by seasonal restocking and moderate export flows.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index showed range-bound behaviour as high run-rates and comfortable inventories limited volatility.
- Major U.S. producers ran at high utilisation, constraining merchant supply and reducing import arbitrage opportunities.
Why did the price of Hydrogen Peroxide change in December 2025 in North America?
- Balanced domestic production and uninterrupted feedstock availability sustained supply, tempering larger price increases despite stronger demand.
- Elevated export flows to Canada and Mexico tightened merchant availability, supporting FOB quotations amid limited import arbitrage.
- Stable energy and freight costs restrained production-driven inflation, while inventories and logistics efficiency capped upside potential.
APAC
- In Japan, the Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index rose 15.79% quarter-over-quarter, driven by pulp and semiconductor demand.
- The average Hydrogen Peroxide price for the quarter was approximately USD 457.00/MT, CFR Tokyo trade-weighted.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Spot Price tightened as Price Index reflected constrained cargo availability and defended offers.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Production Cost Trend rose modestly due to higher hydrogen and oxygen feedstock expenses.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Demand Outlook remains firm as pulp bleaching and semiconductor wafer cleaning sustain procurement.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Price Forecast suggests modest volatility, with inventories and regional imports limiting sharp upside.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index faced pressure from competitive export offers and easing freight reducing parity.
- Domestic plant utilisation limited spot volumes, while terminal inventories remained ample, tempering seller pricing power.
Why did the price of Hydrogen Peroxide change in December 2025 in APAC?
- Competitive export offers and ample import volumes pressured landed costs, reducing replacement values for buyers.
- Appreciating yen and lower freight rates eased import parity, offsetting domestic energy-driven production cost pressures.
- Distributor destocking and cautious semiconductor purchasing reduced spot demand, while inventories at terminals remained elevated.
Europe
- In France, the Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index rose by 0.12% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting stable supply conditions.
- The average Hydrogen Peroxide price for the quarter was approximately USD 544.33/MT, FD Marseille deliveries
- Hydrogen Peroxide Spot Price remained range-bound while the Price Index reflected volatility and steady imports
- Hydrogen Peroxide Price Forecast indicates limited near-term movement, supported by steady Demand Outlook across sectors
- Hydrogen Peroxide Production Cost Trend remained muted, with energy and feedstocks limiting the Price Index
- Hydrogen Peroxide Demand Outlook stayed balanced with steady industrial consumption, restricting Spot Price upside pressure
- Inventory buffers at coastal terminals remained moderate, supporting supply and capping upside in Price Index
- Major producers operated at strong utilization, sustaining exports and keeping Hydrogen Peroxide Spot Price subdued
Why did the price of Hydrogen Peroxide change in December 2025 in Europe?
- Balanced imports from Benelux and stable domestic operations maintained ample supply, preventing December price increases
- Subdued energy and feedstock costs reduced production inflationary pressure, contributing to downward December pricing influence
- Port operations and inventories minimised logistics premiums, keeping spot offers competitive across French FD markets
For the Quarter Ending September 2025
North America
- In the USA, the Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index fell by 1.05% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting balanced demand.
- The average Hydrogen Peroxide price for the quarter was approximately USD 819.33/MT across FOB assessments.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Spot Price showed limited swings while the Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index remained neutral.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Production Cost Trend eased earlier, but recent natural gas upticks modestly tightened margins.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Demand Outlook is mixed; pulp and semiconductor demand firm, while textiles remain subdued.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Price Forecast indicates modest upside from regulatory approvals and seasonal pulp demand ahead.
- Inventories held typical cover while export enquiries and CHIPS-driven semiconductor purchases intermittently tightened spot availability.
- Major producers ran steady without outages, keeping the Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index largely anchored domestically.
Why did the price of Hydrogen Peroxide change in September 2025 in North America?
- Intermittent production slowdowns and maintenance tightened regional supply, briefly elevating spot availability pressure in September.
- Rising natural gas and trucking costs increased production expenses, lifting cash-cost curves and pressuring prices.
- Balanced inventories, steady pulp and semiconductor demand, and regulatory approvals shifted patterns, moderating price moves.
APAC
- In Japan, the Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index fell by 0.50% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting mild downward pressure.
- The average Hydrogen Peroxide price for the quarter was approximately USD 394.67/MT, reflecting cautious procurement.
- Balanced imports and local maintenance swings pushed Hydrogen Peroxide Spot Price volatility despite steady inventories.
- Consensus seasonal factors and maintenance inform the Hydrogen Peroxide Price Forecast suggesting modest near-term firmness.
- Rising LNG and electricity inputs affected Hydrogen Peroxide Production Cost Trend, producers absorbed increased expenses.
- Q3 bleaching season and semiconductor cleaning sustained orders, supporting the Hydrogen Peroxide Demand Outlook regionally.
- Export flows and inventory cover tightened, keeping the Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index sensitive to outages.
- Major suppliers maintained operations while Japan's import dependence limited price appreciation despite firmer downstream offtake.
Why did the price of Hydrogen Peroxide change in September 2025 in APAC?
- Plant maintenance curtailed domestic output while bleaching demand increased import dependence and tightened available supply.
- Easing upstream costs and stable logistics allowed sellers meet orders, tempering upward pressure on imports.
- Steady semiconductor and pulp consumption with adequate port inventories resulted in modest quarterly price movement.
Europe
- In France, the Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index fell by 4.0% quarter-over-quarter reflecting weak pulp demand.
- The average Hydrogen Peroxide price for the quarter was approximately USD 543.67/MT with subdued demand.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Spot Price showed rangebound moves while the Price Index signalled mild bearish momentum.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Price Forecast indicates modest volatility from seasonal pulp demand shifts and logistic disruptions.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Production Cost Trend eased as lower natural gas prices moderated energy inputs regionally.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Demand Outlook weak in paper and textiles despite pockets of Mediterranean export strength.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index pressures persisted from ample inventories and limited export opportunities, tempering confidence.
- Major French producers operated normally with stable output and uninterrupted feedstock flows supporting market equilibrium.
Why did the price of Hydrogen Peroxide change in September 2025 in Europe?
- Persistent oversupply from imports and comfortable inventories pressured domestic pricing despite steady manufacturing output levels.
- Lower natural gas costs reduced production expenses, easing cost-push inflation for producers and limiting upward price moves.
- Logistical delays and regional trade uncertainty constrained export demand and encouraged cautious procurement by downstream buyers.
For the Quarter Ending June 2025
North America
- The Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index in North America rose by +2.5% on a quarter-on-quarter basis during Q2 2025 settling at USD 1091/MT FOB Illinois, signalling mild upward momentum in a largely supply-constrained market.
- In July 2025, Hydrogen Peroxide Spot Price saw a modest increase primarily due to localized supply disruptions stemming from planned maintenance and intermittent production slowdowns at select Midwestern plants.
- The Hydrogen Peroxide Production Cost Trend remained elevated, influenced by rising natural gas prices, which pushed up energy costs and discouraged full-capacity output, despite relatively stable raw material availability.
- Demand from downstream industries such as pulp & paper and specialty chemicals was steady, although the overall Hydrogen Peroxide Demand Outlook remained cautious due to macroeconomic uncertainty and limited growth from the textile and electronics sectors.
- Despite stable inventories, tight regional supply tipped the market slightly upward in July, reflecting a narrowly balanced market with constrained upside unless broader demand improves.
- Looking ahead, the Hydrogen Peroxide Forecast indicates a stable to slightly bullish sentiment, with pricing expected to remain firm amid constrained supply and tepid demand recovery.
APAC
- The Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index in China declined by -13.5% quarter-on-quarter in Q2 2025, dropped to USD 582/MT Spot Ex-Shanghai reflecting a weak market sentiment driven by persistent oversupply and cautious downstream procurement.
- In July 2025, Hydrogen Peroxide Spot Price remained largely stable at USD 582/MT Ex-Shanghai, with only marginal fluctuations, due to balanced supply-demand fundamentals and limited transaction activity.
- On the supply side, the Hydrogen Peroxide Production Cost Trend remained under control, with producers resuming operations after earlier maintenance shutdowns, thereby normalizing output levels, and easing upward pressure.
- The Hydrogen Peroxide Demand Outlook showed slight improvement in July, supported by recovery in paper production after the Dragon Boat Festival and a moderate seasonal uptick in textile processing and exports, but cautious inventory management limited major gains.
- Export performance in the textile segment improved in May and June, but high inventories and price-sensitive buying behaviour kept demand growth measured and inconsistent across regions.
- The Hydrogen Peroxide Forecast for China points to a cautiously optimistic trajectory, with prices expected to hold steady or rise slightly if supply tightness returns or seasonal demand strengthens.
Europe
- The Hydrogen Peroxide Price Index in Germany increased by +12.3% quarter-on-quarter in Q2 2025, underpinned by higher production costs, logistical bottlenecks, and firm demand from the paper and textile sectors.
- In July 2025, prices remained stable at USD 460/MT FOB Hamburg, despite lingering port congestion and elevated natural gas costs, suggesting a well-supplied market with efficient inventory management by manufacturers.
- The Hydrogen Peroxide Production Cost Trend in Germany remained upward-biased due to higher energy costs and logistical constraints around Hamburg port, which challenged distribution but were mitigated through alternate delivery routes.
- The Hydrogen Peroxide Demand Outlook stayed resilient, especially from textile finishing and bleaching, as well as paper mills, which continued operations at stable rates despite tariff-related uncertainty and competition from low-cost imports.
- With steady industrial activity and no major supply shocks in July, the market maintained a cautious equilibrium, although risks from geopolitical and regulatory uncertainties persist.
- The Hydrogen Peroxide Forecast for Europe remains balanced, with stable pricing expected in the near term, contingent on energy market stability and continued downstream consumption.
