For the Quarter Ending June 2026
Sodium Percarbonate Prices in APAC
- In China, the Sodium Percarbonate Price Index fell by 18.04% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting export volume decline.
- The average Sodium Percarbonate price for the quarter was approximately USD 530.00/MT, reflecting weighted FOB assessments.
- Sodium Percarbonate Spot Price eased in June as inventories remained ample, pressuring FOB export offers.
- Sodium Percarbonate Price Forecast suggests modest recovery as peroxide costs stabilise and exporters trim discounts.
- Sodium Percarbonate Production Cost Trend improved with marked hydrogen peroxide cost decline, supporting producer margins.
- Sodium Percarbonate Demand Outlook remains moderate with detergent restocking delayed, limiting immediate upward price pressure.
- Sodium Percarbonate Price Index shows volatility driven by export tender competition and China operating rates.
- Producers prioritized shipments over price preservation, trimming Ningbo warehouse stocks despite sustained high plant utilisation.
Why did the price of Sodium Percarbonate change in June 2026 in APAC?
- Elevated China operating rates increased exportable volumes, producing oversupply and downward pressure on FOB assessments.
- Hydrogen peroxide price fall trimmed production costs, prompting exporters to cut offers and defend share.
- Smooth Ningbo port operations and weak stocking lowered urgency, amplifying seller discounts on export volumes.
India
- In India, the Sodium Percarbonate Price Index fell by 13.64% quarter-over-quarter, freight constraints raised costs.
- Higher container rates and import offers influenced the Sodium Percarbonate Spot Price, pressuring importer margins.
Sodium Percarbonate Prices in North America
- The Sodium Percarbonate Price Index remained stable to slightly firm during the quarter, supported by steady demand from household cleaning products, laundry formulations and industrial applications. North America benefits from strong detergent consumption and availability of key raw materials such as sodium carbonate.
- The average Sodium Percarbonate Price remained supported by consistent downstream consumption, while sufficient domestic production availability prevented significant price increases.
- Sodium Percarbonate Spot Price remained stable as buyers maintained regular purchasing patterns and suppliers balanced inventory levels with market demand.
- Sodium Percarbonate Production Cost Trend showed mild upward pressure during the quarter due to changes in energy costs and raw material expenses, particularly hydrogen peroxide and sodium carbonate inputs.
- Sodium Percarbonate Demand Outlook remains positive due to strong consumption from laundry detergents, eco-friendly bleaching products and industrial cleaning applications.
- The Sodium Percarbonate Price Index movements reflected a balanced supply-demand environment, where steady demand supported prices while sufficient production limited stronger gains.
- Domestic availability remained adequate, while stable manufacturing output prevented major volatility in the Sodium Percarbonate Price Index.
Why did the price of Sodium Percarbonate change in June 2026 in North America?
- The Sodium Percarbonate Price Index increased slightly in June 2026 due to firm demand from detergent and cleaning product manufacturers.
- Higher production costs from energy and raw material inputs provided support to the Sodium Percarbonate Price, although sufficient supply availability limited the increase.
- Strong household cleaning demand and stable industrial consumption helped suppliers maintain pricing despite balanced inventory levels.
Sodium Percarbonate Prices in Europe
- The Sodium Percarbonate Price Index showed a stable-to-soft trend during the quarter as balanced supply conditions and moderate detergent demand limited major price movements. Europe remains a mature market supported by household cleaning, laundry additives and industrial bleaching applications.
- The average Sodium Percarbonate Price remained under pressure during the quarter as suppliers faced competitive market conditions and buyers maintained cautious procurement strategies.
- Sodium Percarbonate Spot Price softened slightly as sufficient regional availability and steady imports reduced urgency among buyers. Producers adjusted offers to maintain market share amid moderate downstream demand.
- Sodium Percarbonate Production Cost Trend remained stable during the quarter. Production costs were influenced by hydrogen peroxide, sodium carbonate prices and energy expenses. Limited feedstock cost fluctuations prevented significant changes in producer pricing.
- The Sodium Percarbonate Price Index reflected balanced market conditions during the quarter, with stable production availability preventing supply shortages while moderate demand limited upward price movement.
- European inventories remained comfortable, and regular supply from regional producers kept the Sodium Percarbonate Price Index under control.
Why did the price of Sodium Percarbonate change in June 2026 in Europe?
- The Sodium Percarbonate Price Index declined slightly in June 2026 due to comfortable supply availability and slower purchasing activity from detergent manufacturers.
- Lower urgency from downstream buyers encouraged suppliers to offer competitive prices, putting mild pressure on the Sodium Percarbonate Price.
- Stable production operations and limited feedstock cost increases reduced production cost pressure, allowing suppliers to maintain lower quotations.
For the Quarter Ending March 2026
Sodium Percarbonate Prices in APAC
- In China, the Sodium Percarbonate Price Index rose by 3.47% quarter-over-quarter, driven by stronger export and domestic restocking.
- The average Sodium Percarbonate price for the quarter was approximately USD 646.67/MT based on monthly FOB assessments.
- March momentum lifted the Sodium Percarbonate Spot Price as exporters tightened offers amid stronger inquiries.
- Sodium Percarbonate Price Forecast signals modest upside from seasonal detergent demand and tighter terminal stocks.
- Sodium Percarbonate Production Cost Trend showed upward pressure from higher coal tariffs despite stable hydrogen peroxide.
- Domestic Sodium Percarbonate Demand Outlook stays firm with detergent formulators and export restocking supporting consumption.
- Two-week terminal inventory and smooth Ningbo port operations supported the Sodium Percarbonate Price Index and exports.
- Producers maintained utilisation, preserving margins and reinforcing the Sodium Percarbonate Spot Price amid balanced supply.
Why did the price of Sodium Percarbonate change in March 2026 in APAC?
- Export restocking and stronger overseas enquiries tightened prompt availability, supporting higher FOB offers in March.
- Coal-fired utility tariffs rose modestly, nudging conversion costs upward and underpinning producer pricing confidence and margins.
- Inventories were deliberately tightened at Ningbo terminals, reducing spot liquidity and allowing sellers to lift offers.
Sodium Percarbonate Prices in North America
- In United States, the Sodium Percarbonate Price Index fluctuated quarter-over-quarter in Q1 2026, driven by elevated production costs.
- The Sodium Percarbonate Production Cost Trend increased as the Producer Price Index rose 4.0% year-over-year in March 2026.
- Consumer Price Index inflation reached 3.3% year-over-year in March 2026, pushing up energy-intensive Sodium Percarbonate production expenses.
- The Sodium Percarbonate Demand Outlook strengthened because the Manufacturing Index expanded during the quarter ending March 2026.
- Retail sales grew 4.0% year-over-year in March 2026, sustaining downstream demand for Sodium Percarbonate -derived synthetic fibers.
- Industrial production increased 0.7% year-over-year in March 2026, providing baseline support for general chemical manufacturing needs.
- Byproduct sulfuric acid supply tightened as several nonferrous-metal smelters experienced planned maintenance periods in Q1 2026.
- Construction sector demand for Sodium Percarbonate derivatives showed mixed signals as multifamily housing starts surged in January 2026.
- The Sodium Percarbonate Price Forecast remained bullish throughout Q1 2026 due to sustained cost-push inflation and steady demand.
Why did the price of Sodium Percarbonate change in March 2026 in North America?
- Elevated input costs passed through the supply chain as the Producer Price Index rose in March 2026.
- The Manufacturing Index expanded in March 2026, driving higher consumption of highly reactive base chemical intermediates.
Sodium Percarbonate Prices in Europe
- In Germany, the Sodium Percarbonate Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter in Q1 2026, driven by surging upstream costs.
- The Consumer Price Index rose 2.7% while the Producer Price Index fell 0.2% in March 2026.
- The Manufacturing Index expanded in March 2026, despite industrial production remaining stagnant at 0.0% in February 2026.
- Retail sales grew 0.7% and unemployment hit 4.2% in February 2026, while consumer confidence reached -24.7 in March 2026.
- The Sodium Percarbonate Demand Outlook strengthened as downstream sector procurement increased in March 2026.
- Natural gas and electricity costs for Sodium Percarbonate processing plummeted in February 2026 before spiking in March 2026.
- The Sodium Percarbonate Price Forecast indicated upward pressure following tightened sulfuric acid precursor supply channels in March 2026.
Why did the price of Sodium Percarbonate change in March 2026 in Europe?
- Natural gas and electricity energy production costs spiked sharply for industrial producers in March 2026.
For the Quarter Ending December 2025
Sodium Percarbonate Prices in APAC
- In China, the Sodium Percarbonate Price Index rose by 3.02% quarter-over-quarter, driven by demand uplift.
- The average Sodium Percarbonate price for the quarter was approximately USD 625.00/MT across domestic markets.
- Sodium Percarbonate Spot Price tightened as coastal warehouses saw higher inventories and slower export enquiries.
- Sodium Percarbonate Price Forecast suggests marginal downside into January as hydrogen peroxide feedstock costs eased.
- Sodium Percarbonate Production Cost Trend improved with lower hydrogen peroxide costs offset by soda ash.
- Sodium Percarbonate Demand Outlook remains stable as FMCG cleaning and textile restocking support baseline offtake.
- Sodium Percarbonate Price Index showed limited volatility because producers kept disciplined output and conservative inventory.
- Sodium Percarbonate Spot Price movements reflected deferred shipments and overseas tenders, pressuring December export loadings.
Why did the price of Sodium Percarbonate change in December 2025 in APAC?
- Export enquiries softened after November restocking, significantly reducing December order flow and pressuring offers lower.
- Hydrogen peroxide feedstock costs fell, reducing conversion costs and enabling sellers to lower export prices.
- Coastal inventories increased as some shipments deferred, creating spot availability and easing upward price pressure.
Sodium Percarbonate Prices in North America
- The Sodium Percarbonate Price Index in North America remained relatively stable with slight fluctuations during Q4 2025, reflecting balanced supply conditions and steady procurement from detergent and institutional cleaning product manufacturers.
- Sodium Percarbonate Spot Price trends showed mild softening toward the end of the quarter as distributors adjusted inventories after earlier restocking cycles linked to seasonal cleaning product demand.
- The Sodium Percarbonate Production Cost Trend eased slightly during the quarter, primarily due to softer hydrogen peroxide feedstock prices, while soda ash and energy costs remained broadly stable, supporting manageable producer margins.
- The Sodium Percarbonate Demand Outlook stayed steady in North America, supported by consistent consumption from laundry detergent producers, private-label cleaning brands, and institutional sanitation product suppliers.
- The regional Price Index reflected disciplined operating rates by producers, which prevented significant oversupply while ensuring stable availability for contract customers.
- In September 2025, prices decreased in North America. The decline in the Price Index was linked to easing hydrogen peroxide feedstock costs, comfortable distributor inventories following summer procurement, and moderate downstream buying as detergent producers normalized stock levels.
- The Sodium Percarbonate Price Forecast for early 2026 points to a stable-to-soft trend, as adequate supply and manageable feedstock costs are expected to limit upward price pressure unless demand from FMCG and institutional cleaning segments strengthens unexpectedly.
Sodium Percarbonate Prices in Europe
- In Europe, the Sodium Percarbonate Price Index showed a slightly soft to stable trend during Q4 2025, reflecting cautious downstream purchasing patterns and sufficient regional production availability.
- The Sodium Percarbonate Spot Price experienced modest downward adjustments late in the quarter as distributors and compounders slowed buying activity ahead of year-end inventory audits and holiday shutdowns.
- The Sodium Percarbonate Production Cost Trend moved slightly lower due to reduced hydrogen peroxide costs and improved energy price stability compared to earlier volatility, which eased cost-side pressure for European producers.
- The Sodium Percarbonate Demand Outlook remained steady but unspectacular, with continued demand from detergent and surface cleaner manufacturers offset by slower textile and industrial bleaching activity.
- The Price Index was influenced by competitive import offers from Asia and comfortable stock positions at European distributors, which limited producers’ ability to push price increases.
- In September 2025, prices decreased in Europe. The reduction in the Price Index was driven by softer feedstock costs, subdued restocking following the summer production season, and competitive import availability that pressured domestic pricing.
- The Sodium Percarbonate Price Forecast for early 2026 suggests largely stable conditions, with demand from household cleaning products providing baseline support while ample supply and feedstock stability cap upside momentum.
For the Quarter Ending September 2025
APAC
- In China, the Sodium Percarbonate Price Index fell by 5.7% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting weaker domestic and export demand.
- The average Sodium Percarbonate price for the quarter was approximately USD 606.67/MT, based on FOB Ningbo quotations.
- Sodium Percarbonate Spot Price remained pressured as suppliers discounted offers to reduce elevated inventories and stimulate orders.
- Sodium Percarbonate Price Forecast indicates mild monthly volatility with subdued upside given balanced supply and muted demand.
- Sodium Percarbonate Production Cost Trend eased as hydrogen peroxide and soda ash input costs softened across China.
- Sodium Percarbonate Demand Outlook remains weak for mass-market detergents, while niche premium and export segments provide limited support.
- Sodium Percarbonate Price Index movements were influenced by slower shipments, longer freight cycles, and competitive pricing strategies.
- Export demand softening and regional destocking pushed sellers to prioritize volume, pressuring margins and limiting price recovery.
Why did the price of Sodium Percarbonate change in September 2025 in APAC?
- Eased feedstock costs reduced production expenses, enabling suppliers to lower prices to regain competitiveness quickly.
- Subdued domestic FMCG demand and weaker textile orders decreased offtake, leaving inventories elevated across producers.
- Export order flattening and freight volatility lengthened shipping cycles, prompting discounts and opportunistic volume sales.
North America — Sodium Percarbonate (Q3 2025)
- The Price Index of Sodium Percarbonate in North America displayed fluctuations throughout Q3 2025, influenced by variable raw material prices (sodium carbonate and hydrogen peroxide) and uneven downstream consumption from detergent and cleaning sectors. The Sodium Percarbonate Spot Price remained volatile as producers adjusted supply in response to seasonal demand.
- Why prices in September 2025 Changed: Prices increased in September 2025 after two months of stability. Rising feedstock hydrogen peroxide costs and increased procurement from detergent manufacturers ahead of the winter season supported the late-quarter uptrend.
- Major downstream applications include laundry detergents, household and industrial cleaning agents, bleaching formulations, and textile pre-treatment. The steady recovery in the U.S. household and institutional cleaning segment bolstered consumption levels.
- Production Cost Trend: The Sodium Percarbonate Production Cost Trend showed mild upward movement due to higher energy tariffs and incremental logistics expenses. Limited operating rates among some producers added to cost pressure.
- Demand Outlook: The Sodium Percarbonate Demand Outlook for Q4 2025 appears optimistic, supported by stable detergent demand and expected improvement in cleaning product exports. The Sodium Percarbonate Price Forecast anticipates moderate price firmness through early Q4 before stabilizing toward year-end.
Europe
- The Price Index for Sodium Percarbonate in Europe fluctuated throughout Q3 2025 amid mixed feedstock costs and uneven detergent industry demand. The Sodium Percarbonate Spot Price softened in early Q3 but rebounded by the quarter’s end due to restocking activities.
- Why prices in September 2025 Changed: Prices decreased in September 2025, primarily due to weak demand from detergent producers in Western Europe and declining energy input costs across several EU markets. Reduced hydrogen peroxide prices also pressured the overall pricing structure.
- The chemical is primarily used in laundry detergents, cleaning powders, bleaching formulations, and pulp & paper applications. Softer consumer spending on non-essential home care products due to subdued economic sentiment affected market momentum.
- Production Cost Trend: The Sodium Percarbonate Production Cost Trend showed a downward bias as natural gas and hydrogen peroxide costs eased. Higher freight efficiency and steady plant operation rates further stabilized cost structures across EU producers.
- Demand Outlook: The Sodium Percarbonate Demand Outlook for Q4 2025 remains stable with potential recovery expected from homecare and detergent applications during the winter months. However, the Sodium Percarbonate Price Forecast remains cautious amid lingering inflationary pressures in some European economies.
