For the Quarter Ending March 2026
Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Prices in North America
- In United States, the Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter in Q1 2026, driven by elevated input costs.
- The Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Production Cost Trend increased as the Producer Price Index rose 4.0% in March 2026.
- The Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Demand Outlook remained stable as the Manufacturing Index expanded during March 2026.
- The Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Price Forecast reflected upward pressure as maleic anhydride costs surged in March 2026.
- The Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Price Index faced pressure as the Consumer Price Index increased 3.3% in March 2026.
- Industrial production grew 0.7% and retail sales grew 4.0% in March 2026, sustaining demand for cured epoxies.
- The unemployment rate remained 4.3% while consumer confidence reached 91.8 in March 2026, supporting baseline economic activity.
- Single-family housing starts weakened in January 2026, while multifamily residential construction activity surged during this same period.
Why did the price of Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride change in March 2026 in North America?
- Global petrochemical feedstock supply tightened due to Middle East conflicts during March 2026, elevating costs.
- Feedstock n-butane costs strengthened alongside crude oil movements in March 2026, driving production expenses upward.
- United States maleic anhydride supply dynamics stabilized in March 2026 as energy costs eased slightly.
Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Prices in APAC
- In China, the Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter in Q1 2026, amid surging naphtha costs.
- The Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Production Cost Trend rose as China's PPI grew 0.5% in March 2026.
- The Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Demand Outlook improved alongside 5.7% industrial production growth in March 2026.
- China's Manufacturing Index expanded in March 2026, boosting industrial consumption of Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride curing agents.
- A 1.0% CPI and 1.7% retail sales growth in March 2026 indicated subdued consumer demand.
- Unemployment reached 5.4% in March 2026, and consumer confidence hit 91.6 in February 2026, dampening purchases.
- National wind power installations surged during January-February 2026, driving downstream epoxy resin curing agent consumption.
- Domestic chemical precursor inventories tightened as authorities mandated fuel-first refinery production policies throughout Q1 2026.
- The Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Price Forecast stayed high after South Korean export restrictions in March 2026.
Why did the price of Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride change in March 2026 in APAC?
- Upstream naphtha feedstock costs surged across APAC during March 2026 amid Middle East supply disruptions.
- South Korean export restrictions severely constrained regional naphtha availability for Chinese buyers in March 2026.
- Robust industrial production growth of 5.7% in March 2026 drove strong downstream epoxy resin demand.
Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Prices in Europe
- In Germany, the Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter in Q1 2026, driven by severe supply chain disruptions.
- In March 2026, consumer inflation reached 2.7%, while producer prices declined 0.2%, presenting mixed production cost signals.
- The Manufacturing Index expanded in March 2026, despite stagnant industrial production at 0.0% in February 2026.
- Retail sales grew 0.7% and unemployment stabilized at 4.2% in February 2026, supporting baseline consumer demand.
- Consumer confidence hit -24.7 in March 2026, weakening the Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Demand Outlook for electronics.
- Construction and electronics output weakened in February 2026, while automotive sector activity strengthened, providing isolated demand.
- Upstream butane feedstock costs surged in March 2026, elevating the Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Production Cost Trend.
- Freight costs escalated throughout Q1 2026, prompting downstream buyers to exhibit selective purchasing instead of restocking.
- The Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Price Forecast reflected upward pressure during March 2026 amid European energy volatility.
Why did the price of Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride change in March 2026 in Europe?
- Upstream butane feedstock and freight expenses surged significantly during March 2026 following severe geopolitical escalations.
- Chemical export flows through the Strait of Hormuz came to a near standstill in March 2026.
- Global upstream feedstock supply plunged in March 2026, severely disrupting petrochemical supply chains across Europe.
For the Quarter Ending December 2025
Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Prices in North America
- In United States, Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Price Index faced downward pressure in Q4 2025, due to industry overcapacity.
- Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride production costs rose in Q4 2025, driven by 2.7% CPI increase in December 2025.
- Input costs for Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride increased 3.0% in November 2025, per Producer Price Index.
- Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride demand was supported by 2.0% rise in industrial production in December 2025.
- Consumer spending, with retail sales up 3.3% in November 2025, boosted Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride demand.
- n-Butane feedstock costs for Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride softened in Q4 2025, declining in December.
- Demand for Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride in data centers surged in Q4 2025, supporting market consumption.
- Natural gas prices, a key feedstock, saw upward revision in Q4 2025, impacting MTHPA costs.
- Unemployment rate at 4.4% in December 2025 supported consumer income, aiding Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride demand.
Why did the price of Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride change in December 2025 in North America?
- Rising input costs, with PPI up 3.0% in November 2025, pressured Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride prices.
- Broader chemical industry overcapacity and imports in 2025 exerted downward pressure on Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride.
- Softening n-Butane feedstock costs in December 2025 offered relief to Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride production expenses.
Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Prices in APAC
- In China, the Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Price Index fell quarter-over-quarter in Q4 2025, influenced by producer price deflation of -1.9% in December 2025. In China, the Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Price in December 2025 stood at 1150 USD/MT FOB.
- The Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride price outlook for early 2026 remained pressured by continued maleic anhydride oversupply throughout 2025.
- Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride production costs saw maleic anhydride feedstock prices decline in early October 2025.
- Feedstock n-butane costs softened towards the end of 2025, impacting Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride production expenses.
- Demand faced headwinds from low consumer confidence (90.30 points in November 2025) and weak retail sales (0.9% in December 2025).
- Industrial production grew robustly by 5.2% year-on-year in December 2025, supporting Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride consumption.
- China's manufacturing activity expanded in December 2025, following contractions in October and November 2025.
- Consumer price inflation remained low at 0.8% year-on-year in December 2025, reflecting subdued demand, alongside a 5.1% unemployment rate.
Why did the price of Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride change in December 2025 in APAC?
- Producer prices declined by 1.9% year-on-year in December 2025, indicating weak industrial pricing.
- Maleic anhydride feedstock prices declined in early October 2025, reducing Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride input costs.
- Increased maleic anhydride production in 2025 led to an intensifying glut, impacting Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride supply.
Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Prices in Europe
- In Germany, the Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Price Index fell quarter-over-quarter in Q4 2025, driven by declining feedstock costs.
- Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Production Cost Trend declined as the Producer Price Index dropped 2.5% year-on-year in December 2025.
- Feedstock Maleic Anhydride spot values trended lower throughout H2 2025, reducing raw material expenses for producers.
- Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Demand Outlook softened as automotive output fell 2.4% year-on-year through November 2025.
- Industrial Production rose 0.8% in November 2025, stabilizing consumption in heavy electrical goods manufacturing applications.
- Retail Sales grew 1.5% in December 2025, though Consumer Confidence remained negative at -12.0, limiting stronger recovery.
- Construction activity remained subdued throughout Q4 2025, limiting uptake for anhydride curing agents in structural composites.
- Inflation moderated to 1.8% in December 2025, reducing operational costs, while unemployment held stable at 6.2%.
- Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Price Forecast signals were bearish in December 2025 due to contracting manufacturing activity.
Why did the price of Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride change in December 2025 in Europe?
- Feedstock Maleic Anhydride costs trended downward in H2 2025, reducing production expenses for manufacturers.
- Automotive sector demand weakened with output falling 2.4% year-on-year through November 2025, reducing consumption.
- Ample inventory and cautious buyer procurement in December 2025 prevented upward price movement.
For the Quarter Ending September 2025
North America
- In United States, Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Price Index rose in Q3 2025, driven by increased production costs.
- Production costs for Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride increased, influenced by a 2.6% PPI rise year-over-year in August 2025.
- Demand for Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride was supported by a 5.42% year-over-year retail sales increase in September 2025.
- Industrial production grew modestly by 0.1% year-over-year in September 2025, indicating weak industrial sector demand.
- US new vehicle sales strengthened year-over-year in Q3 2025, positively impacting Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride automotive demand.
- Shrinking chemical inventories in Q3 2025 due to destocking suggest potential future supply tightness for Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride.
- Elevated freight rates suppressed Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride imports into the US from Asia and Europe during Q3 2025.
- Stable N-butane feedstock costs in Q3 2025 offered some cost stability for Maleic Anhydride, a key precursor.
- Consumer confidence declined to 94.2 in September 2025, potentially dampening future Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride demand outlook.
Why did the price of Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride change in September 2025 in North America?
- Rising PPI by 2.6% in August 2025 increased Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride production costs.
- Strong retail sales, up 5.42% year-over-year in September 2025, supported end-product demand.
- Elevated freight rates in Q3 2025 limited Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride imports, tightening domestic supply.
APAC
- In China, the Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Price Index fell quarter-over-quarter in Q3 2025, due to weak industrial demand and lower feedstock costs.
- Production costs for Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride declined in Q3 2025, influenced by falling maleic anhydride and butadiene prices.
- Demand faced headwinds from contracting manufacturing activity and pessimistic consumer confidence in September 2025.
- Industrial production grew 6.5% in September 2025, alongside 3.0% retail sales, offering some demand support.
- Stable unemployment at 5.2% in September 2025 provided a neutral economic backdrop for MTHPA demand.
- Strong new energy vehicle production and high-tech manufacturing output in Q3 2025 bolstered consumption.
- Oversupplied butadiene and expanded maleic anhydride capacities in Q3 2025 contributed to ample supply.
- The Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Price Index is forecast to remain stable or decline, influenced by weak demand signals.
Why did the price of Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride change in September 2025 in APAC?
- Weak consumer demand, with -0.3% CPI in September 2025, dampened MTHPA consumption.
- Declining maleic anhydride feedstock costs in late September 2025 reduced MTHPA production expenses.
- Contracting manufacturing activity in September 2025, with ample supply, pressured MTHPA prices.
Europe
- In Germany, the Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Price Index fell quarter-over-quarter in Q3 2025, driven by contracting industrial activity.
- The Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride price forecast suggests continued stability or slight decline due to subdued demand outlook.
- Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride production costs faced downward pressure from lower producer prices, down 1.7% in September 2025.
- Demand for Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride remained weak in Q3 2025, with automotive and construction sectors significantly subdued.
- German industrial production declined 1.0% in September 2025; the Manufacturing Index contracted, impacting MTHPA consumption.
- General inflation, with CPI at 2.4% in September 2025, pressured Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride production expenses upward.
- Ample German chemical inventories and decreased exports in Q3 2025 contributed to a bearish Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride market.
- Maleic anhydride feedstock costs faced complex supply scenarios in Europe Q3 2025, influencing MTHPA input costs.
Why did the price of Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride change in September 2025 in Europe?
- Contracting industrial production, down 1.0% in September 2025, reduced Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride demand.
- Lower producer prices, down 1.7% in September 2025, eased Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride production costs.
- Weakened automotive and subdued construction sector demand in Q3 2025 impacted Methyl Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride consumption.
