For the Quarter Ending September 2025
North America
• The North America Potassium Metabisulfite Price Index showed steady-to-firm movement in Q3 2025 as food & beverage offtake (wine, beer, processed foods) supported demand and limited spot availability.
Why did the price of Potassium Metabisulfite change in September 2025 in North America?
• Prices increased modestly in September 2025 because stronger seasonal demand from wine and craft-brew production met constrained spot availability and steady imports; logistic friction in some supply lanes and precautionary restocking by large buyers added short-term upward pressure.
• Supply is a mix of domestic producers, merchant suppliers and imports. Trade flows remained broadly steady in Q3 but selective spot tightness occurred where demand outpaced short-cycle shipments. Inventory discipline by suppliers limited deep discounts.
• Near-term Potassium Metabisulfite Demand Outlook is constructive for Q4 2025—wine harvest activity, continuing craft beverage production, and steady food preservation needs underpin consistent offtake. Further upside depends on export/import flows and retail food-processing demand.
APAC
• In China, the Potassium Metabisulfite Price Index rose by 0.68% quarter-over-quarter in Q3 2025, weak exports.
• The average Potassium Metabisulfite price for the quarter was approximately USD 2223.33/MT, reflecting modest seasonal stability.
• Potassium Metabisulfite Spot Price movements were muted while the Price Index reflected steady domestic consumption and subdued export interest.
• Potassium Metabisulfite Price Forecast indicates limited upside near term amid balanced supply and restrained global demand expectations.
• Potassium Metabisulfite Production Cost Trend showed minor increases driven by higher sulfur dioxide feedstock and logistics costs.
• Potassium Metabisulfite Demand Outlook remains moderate, supported by food and water treatment sectors, limiting price volatility.
• Inventory draws and steady domestic orders kept the Potassium Metabisulfite Price Index largely stable despite export headwinds.
• Major producer operating rates remained elevated, supporting supply while intermittent logistics constraints modestly pressured regional Potassium Metabisulfite pricing.
Why did the price of Potassium Metabisulfite change in September 2025 in APAC?
• Supply stable from domestic producers while export demand softened, producing marginal upward pressure on local pricing.
• Higher sulfur dioxide feedstock and transport costs nudged production costs, modestly influencing the Price Index upward.
• Inventory management and tight port schedules constrained shipments, limiting supply flexibility and supporting prices slightly.
Europe
• In Germany, the Potassium Metabisulfite Price Index rose by 1.65% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting modest supply tightness.
• The average Potassium Metabisulfite price for the quarter was approximately USD 1990/MT, reflecting stable volumes.
• Potassium Metabisulfite Spot Price firmed as export availability tightened and food processors increased prompt purchasing.
• Potassium Metabisulfite Price Forecast indicates limited upside given balanced regional stocks and contractual supply arrangements.
• Potassium Metabisulfite Production Cost Trend rose due to higher sulfur dioxide feedstock and freight costs.
• Potassium Metabisulfite Demand Outlook constructive as food sector restocking and beverage processing support steady consumption.
• Potassium Metabisulfite Price Index volatility contained by long term contracts despite market fluctuations across ports.
• Inventories tightened in German terminals, lifting nearby premiums while selective export demand supported prompt spreads.
Why did the price of Potassium Metabisulfite change in September 2025 in Europe?
• Reduced supplier availability in September tightened supply, applying upward pressure on domestic Price Index levels.
• Higher sulfur dioxide feedstock and freight costs raised production costs, constraining margins and limiting discounts.
• Steady food sector demand and seasonal restocking improved demand signal, supporting modest Price Index gains.
