For the Quarter Ending June 2026
Polyquaternium Prices in North America
- In USA, the Polyquaternium Price Index rose by 2.27% quarter-over-quarter, supported by stable supply conditions.
- The average Polyquaternium price for the quarter was approximately USD 17052.67/MT, FOB New York terms.
- Polyquaternium Spot Price softened in June as downstream personal-care procurement remained cautious and moderate globally.
- Polyquaternium Price Forecast indicates modest downward pressure through summer amid comfortable inventories and subdued demand.
- Polyquaternium Production Cost Trend eased slightly after acrylamide feedstock prices declined, reducing manufacturers' cost base.
- Polyquaternium Demand Outlook remains muted with personal-care spot buying limited and export orders staying moderate.
- Polyquaternium Price Index reflected consistent FOB offers due to stable operating rates and port logistics.
- Inventories remained comfortable and export competitiveness weighed on domestic offers, limiting any stronger upward movement.
Why did the price of Polyquaternium change in June 2026 in North America?
- Lower acrylamide feedstock prices reduced production costs, directly easing supplier offer levels and market pricing.
- Stable operating rates and uninterrupted logistics maintained comfortable inventories, reducing urgency for spot purchases nationwide.
- Moderate downstream demand from personal-care and restrained export buying depressed market uptake and pricing momentum.
Polyquaternium Prices in APAC
- In China, the Polyquaternium Price Index fell by 3.77% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting softer downstream demand conditions.
- The average Polyquaternium price for the quarter was approximately USD 672.33/MT, suppliers offered discounts strategically.
- Acrylamide easing supported the Polyquaternium Production Cost Trend, letting manufacturers relax offers to win volumes.
- Polyquaternium Demand Outlook stayed weak as personal care formulators consumed inventories and delayed spot replenishment.
- Polyquaternium Spot Price remained soft amid balanced export supply and sustained operating rates across producers.
- Polyquaternium Price Forecast anticipates mild easing near term unless feedstock or freight dynamics tighten unexpectedly.
- Polyquaternium Price Index pressure reflected weak export enquiries, despite no plant outages or logistical bottlenecks.
- War risk elevated freight insurance, yet ample inventories and steady production limited Polyquaternium price upside.
Why did the price of Polyquaternium change in June 2026 in APAC?
- Acrylamide feedstock declined, lowering production costs and enabling suppliers to reduce offers, pressuring prices further.
- Personal care manufacturers consumed inventories and deferred spot buying, weakening demand and restraining price recovery.
- War related shipping risk raised freight and insurance costs, but adequate stocks limited supply impact.
India
- In India, the Polyquaternium Price Index rose by 1.65% quarter-over-quarter, supported by steady imports and softer domestic demand.
- Import competition and ample cargoes pressured Polyquaternium Spot Price, prompting sellers to offer more competitive CIF quotes.
Polyquaternium Prices in Europe
- In Germany, the Polyquaternium-46 Price Index rose by 1.09% quarter-over-quarter, supported by stable production and export offers.
- The average Polyquaternium-46 price for the quarter was approximately USD 7441.67/MT, reflecting subdued demand and inventories.
- German exporters adjusted Polyquaternium-46 Spot Price offers amid higher freight premiums and broader competitive discounting.
- Rising acrylamide and cellulose ether costs shaped the Polyquaternium-46 Production Cost Trend, limiting margin recovery.
- Polyquaternium-46 Demand Outlook remains weak as personal-care buyers destock and delay replenishment until autumn season.
- Short-term Polyquaternium-46 Price Forecast points to downside before normalization driven by restocking ahead of winter.
- Elevated plant inventories and subdued export demand weighed on the Polyquaternium-46 Price Index during June.
- German facilities operated at steady rates with no outages, supporting supply and limiting price upside.
Why did the price of Polyquaternium-46 change in June 2026 in Europe?
- Ample domestic production and stable operating rates sustained supply, pressuring prices despite feedstock cost increases.
- Weak downstream demand from personal-care sectors reduced spot buying and encouraged sellers to cut offers.
- Logistics and war-risk concerns elevated freight premiums and lead times, influencing procurement and export competitiveness.
Belgium
- In Belgium, the Polyquaternium Price Index rose by 1.60% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting limited demand recovery broadly.
- Polyquaternium Spot Price weakened as Asian competitive offers and comfortable inventories limited seller pricing power.
For the Quarter Ending March 2026
Polyquaternium Prices in North America
- In the USA, the Polyquaternium Price Index rose by 2.28% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting recent cost-push pressures.
- The average Polyquaternium price for the quarter was approximately USD 16674.67/MT, reflecting feedstock cost increases.
- Polyquaternium Spot Price strength in March reflected acrylamide input inflation and higher energy-linked production costs.
- Observed Polyquaternium Production Cost Trend showed upward pressure from feedstock acrylamide, DADMAC, and freight premiums.
- Near-term Polyquaternium Price Forecast indicated modest further gains before seasonal summer normalization reduces buying urgency.
- Polyquaternium Demand Outlook remained firm from personal care and water-treatment sectors, supporting the Price Index.
- Distributor inventories tightened near New York; export demand and shipping kept Polyquaternium Price Index elevated.
- Major US producers reported steady operating rates but faced inspections and feedstock shortages impacting availability.
Why did the price of Polyquaternium change in March 2026 in North America?
- Feedstock acrylamide and DADMAC costs rose markedly month-on-month, driving production costs and supplier offer increases.
- Severe winter storms and regional logistics disruptions caused port and trucking delays, tightening prompt availability.
- Escalating Middle East conflict raised freight premiums and rerouting, elevating delivered costs and export constraints.
Polyquaternium Prices in APAC
- In China, the Polyquaternium Price Index rose by 5.6% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting feedstock and logistics tightening.
- The average Polyquaternium price for the quarter was approximately USD 12578.33/MT, based on FOB Shanghai.
- Polyquaternium Spot Price firmed as port congestion and higher freight delayed prompt export international shipments.
- Polyquaternium Price Forecast remains bullish near term given persistent feedstock inflation and constrained logistical capacity.
- Polyquaternium Production Cost Trend increased as acrylamide, DADMAC and energy expenses rose, pressuring manufacturers’ margins.
- Polyquaternium Demand Outlook stays supportive from personal care and water treatment sectors, sustaining offtake ahead.
- Polyquaternium Price Index volatility rose due to war-related rerouting, insurance premiums and selective export prioritization.
- Domestic inventories tightened as producers reduced operating rates, supporting firmer spot offers and export interest.
Why did the price of Polyquaternium change in March 2026 in APAC?
- Port congestion and reduced operating rates limited shipments, tightening inventories and prompt availability, lifting offers.
- Higher acrylamide and energy costs raised production expenses, prompting suppliers to maintain firmer export offers.
- War related freight rerouting and insurance premiums delayed shipments, increased logistics costs and constrained supply.
Polyquaternium Prices in Europe
- In Germany, the Polyquaternium Price Index fell by 1.3181% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting overall recent market weakness.
- The average Polyquaternium price for the quarter was approximately USD 7361.67/MT based on Hamburg assessments.
- European Polyquaternium Spot Price strengthened on feedstock cost pressures and constrained export availability amid logistics disruptions.
- Polyquaternium Price Forecast indicates firmness driven by elevated freight rates and feedstock linked energy costs.
- Polyquaternium Production Cost Trend rose due to acrylamide and DADMAC feedstock tightening and energy prices.
- Polyquaternium Demand Outlook remains steady from personal care and water treatment sectors supporting procurement volumes.
- Polyquaternium Price Index momentum was supported by buyers stockpiling ahead of anticipated summer logistics volatility.
- Inventories remained balanced while producers adjusted operating rates to mitigate feedstock cost and supply chain pressures.
Why did the price of Polyquaternium change in March 2026 in Europe?
- Supply constraints arose from higher feedstock costs and rerouted shipping increasing lead times and costs.
- Logistics disruptions and war risk insurance premiums elevated freight rates, tightening export availability, raising sourcing expenses.
- Downstream demand steady; buyers procured to hedge shortages, sustaining price increases despite balanced domestic inventories.
