For the Quarter Ending March 2026
Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Prices in North America
- In the United States, the Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter in Q1 2026, driven by feedstock costs.
- Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Production Cost Trend increased as Producer prices rose 4.0% in March 2026.
- Consumer Price Index reached 3.3% and retail sales expanded 4.0% in March 2026, impacting goods.
- Manufacturing Index expanded and industrial production grew 0.7% in March 2026, supporting baseline chemical consumption.
- Unemployment stabilized at 4.3% and consumer confidence reached 91.8 in March 2026, sustaining housing demand.
- Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Demand Outlook strengthened in Q1 2026 as electric vehicle wiring consumption expanded.
- Substitution demand for trimellitate alternatives to restricted phthalates accelerated across the United States in Q1 2026.
- Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Price Forecast remained elevated in Q1 2026 due to persistent crude disruptions.
Why did the price of Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) change in March 2026 in North America?
- United States naphtha feedstock prices surged in March 2026 due to logistics and supply disruptions.
- Middle Eastern oil producers reduced production in March 2026, spiking crude-linked feedstock costs for manufacturers.
- Asian petrochemical hubs faced force majeure declarations in March 2026, tightening global chemical supply chains.
Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Prices in APAC
- In China, the Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter in Q1 2026, driven by rising upstream petrochemical costs.
- The Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Production Cost Trend increased in March 2026 as PPI grew 0.5% year-over-year.
- The Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Demand Outlook remained neutral in March 2026, supported by a 1.0% CPI increase.
- Industrial production grew 5.7% in March 2026, boosting Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) consumption in high-tech equipment manufacturing.
- Retail sales grew only 1.7% in March 2026, weakening Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) demand in the automotive sector.
- Unemployment reached 5.4% in March 2026,the the the and and consumer confidence hit 91.6 in February 2026, dampening durable goods.
- The Manufacturing Index expanded in March 2026, driving higher factory order volumes for Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) intermediates.
- The Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Price Forecast stabilized in Q1 2026 as domestic production capacity remained at elevated levels.
- Chinese-origin plasticizer exports strengthened in Q1 2026, while mixed xylene feedstock inventories experienced an overhang in Jan 2026.
Why did the price of Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) change in March 2026 in APAC?
- Upstream costs for Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) downstream plasticizers rose in Q1 2026, limiting price flexibility.
- Equipment manufacturing profits surged in Q1 2026, strengthening demand for specialty plasticizers in the region.
- Broader petrochemical feedstock costs, including mixed xylenes, strengthened in Q1 2026 amid rising energy benchmarks.
Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Prices in Europe
- In Germany, the Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter in Q1 2026, driven by surging naphtha.
- Consumer inflation reached 2.7% in March 2026, while producer prices declined 0.2% in the same period.
- Industrial production remained at 0.0% in February 2026, alongside modest 0.7% retail sales growth.
- Unemployment held at 4.2% in February 2026, and consumer confidence dropped to -24.7 in March 2026.
- The Manufacturing Index expanded in March 2026, supporting the Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Demand Outlook for industrial applications.
- The Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Production Cost Trend increased as naphtha feedstock costs surged in March 2026.
- New passenger vehicle registrations expanded in Q1 2026, boosting Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) consumption in automotive coatings.
- The Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Price Forecast trended upward as mineral oil product prices soared in March 2026.
Why did the price of Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) change in March 2026 in Europe?
- Naphtha feedstock availability tightened significantly in March 2026 following severe Middle East supply route disruptions.
- Energy costs for industrial producers spiked in March 2026, elevating overall chemical production expenses.
- German automotive production strengthened by March 2026, increasing downstream demand for automotive coatings and wire enamels.
For the Quarter Ending December 2025
Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Prices in North America
- In the United States, the Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter in Q4 2025, driven by expanding industrial production.
- TMA production costs faced upward pressure from a 2.7% CPI increase in December 2025 and a 3.0% PPI increase in November 2025.
- Demand for TMA was supported by a 2.0% year-over-year increase in industrial production in December 2025.
- US light vehicle sales strengthened in 2025, boosting Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) demand in automotive applications.
- Recovering construction activity in 2025 increased demand for PVC plasticizers, impacting Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) consumption.
- Overall chemical costs exhibited a weakening trend in Q4 2025, while crude oil prices also declined during Q4 2025.
- US chemical exports and imports showed a weakening trend in 2025, despite strengthened industrial supplies exports in October 2025.
- A 4.4% unemployment rate in December 2025 supported consumer spending, indirectly benefiting Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) demand.
Why did the price of Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) change in December 2025 in North America?
- Industrial production increased 2.0% year-over-year in December 2025, boosting Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) demand.
- Rising input costs, evidenced by a 2.7% CPI increase in December 2025, influenced Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) production expenses.
- Overall chemical costs weakened in Q4 2025, alongside declining crude oil prices, impacting Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) pricing.
Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Prices in APAC
- In China, the Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Price Index fell quarter-over-quarter in Q4 2025, influenced by persistent chemical oversupply.
- TMA production costs remained stable in Q4 2025 due to comparatively lower industrial power rates in China.
- TMA demand was mixed in Q4 2025, with strong automotive sector growth but subdued construction activity.
- Industrial Production grew 5.2% year-on-year in December 2025, supporting Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) industrial demand.
- Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 0.8% year-on-year in December 2025, indicating weak consumer demand for end products.
- Producer Price Index (PPI) declined 1.9% year-on-year in December 2025, reflecting weak industrial pricing pressure.
- The Manufacturing Index expanded in December 2025, signaling increased industrial activity for Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA).
- Retail Sales increased 0.9% year-on-year in December 2025, showing cautious consumer spending for TMA-derived goods.
- Raw materials inventories in manufacturing declined in October 2025, remaining below the threshold in December 2025.
Why did the price of Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) change in December 2025 in APAC?
- Weak consumer spending, with CPI at 0.8% and Retail Sales at 0.9% year-on-year in December 2025.
- Persistent overall chemical industry oversupply in Q4 2025 pressured Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) prices downward.
- Producer Price Index (PPI) declined 1.9% year-on-year in December 2025, reflecting weak industrial pricing.
Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Prices in Europe
- In Germany, the Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Price Index fell in Q4 2025, due to declining industrial product prices in December 2025.
- TMA production costs remained elevated in 2025 from persistently high energy and raw material costs.
- European chemical companies slowed operating rates in 2025 to draw down inventories, impacting TMA supply.
- TMA demand outlook was supported by strengthening automotive manufacturing at end of 2025.
- Industrial production in Germany increased 0.8% in October 2025, supporting TMA demand.
- Consumer confidence declined 12.0% in December 2025, indicating headwinds for TMA end-markets.
- The Producer Price Index (PPI) decreased 2.5% in December 2025, suggesting a challenging pricing environment.
- The low unemployment rate of 3.8% in November 2025 supported consumer purchasing power.
- Stable consumer prices, with CPI at 1.8% in December 2025, supported TMA demand stability.
Why did the price of Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) change in December 2025 in Europe?
- Producer Price Index declined 2.5% in December 2025, indicating broad industrial price deflation.
- Consumer confidence decreased 12.0% in December 2025, dampening demand for TMA end-products.
- High energy and raw material costs in 2025 faced downward pressure from weak market sentiment.
For the Quarter Ending September 2025
Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Prices in North America
- In United States, the Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Price Index rose quarter-over-quarter in Q3 2025, due to elevated manufacturing input costs.
- TMA production costs trended upward, with manufacturing input prices remaining elevated in September 2025.
- TMA demand outlook was mixed, with robust retail sales contrasting sluggish industrial production in Q3 2025.
- Residential construction spending surged in August 2025, supporting TMA demand in related end-use applications.
- Henry Hub natural gas spot prices softened through August and September 2025, easing some energy cost pressures.
- Consumer confidence declined to 94.2 in September 2025, impacting demand for TMA in key downstream markets.
- Industrial production increased only 0.1% year-over-year in September 2025, reflecting minimal manufacturing sector expansion.
- The Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Price Index is forecast to remain stable, supported by sustained elevated input costs.
Why did the price of Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) change in September 2025 in North America?
- Elevated manufacturing input prices in September 2025 increased Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) production costs.
- Rising costs were evident from 2.6% YoY PPI (August 2025) and 3.0% CPI (September 2025).
- Robust retail sales (5.42% YoY September 2025) supported demand; industrial production (0.1% YoY) was sluggish.
Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Prices in APAC
- In China, the Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Price Index fell quarter-over-quarter in Q3 2025, driven by weak industrial demand and oversupply.
- The TMA Price Index was pressured by a -2.3% PPI decline in September 2025, reflecting weak factory gate prices.
- A contracting Manufacturing Index in September 2025 indicated reduced industrial activity, dampening overall TMA demand.
- Weak consumer demand, with a -0.3% CPI and 89.6 Consumer Confidence in September 2025, impacted TMA end-use products.
- Strong automotive demand, including surging new energy vehicle sales in Q3 2025, supported TMA plasticizer applications.
- Industrial production grew 6.5% and retail sales increased 3.0% in September 2025, offering some demand support.
- Global overcapacity and rising surplus chemical capacity in China tightened TMA market margins in Q3 2025.
Why did the price of Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) change in September 2025 in APAC?
- Weak industrial demand, with a -2.3% PPI decline in September 2025, pressured Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) prices.
- Global overcapacity and rising surplus chemical capacity in China tightened Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) market margins.
- A contracting Manufacturing Index and -0.3% CPI in September 2025 signaled reduced demand for TMA end products.
Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Prices in Europe
- In Germany, the Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) Price Index fell quarter-over-quarter in Q3 2025, driven by contracting industrial activity.
- Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) production costs faced upward pressure from strengthening naphtha feedstock costs in Q3 2025.
- The Manufacturing Index contracted in Q3 2025, signaling weak Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) demand from industrial sectors.
- Industrial production decreased by 1.0% in September 2025, directly reducing Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) consumption.
- German chemical production slumped in Q3 2025, leading to low capacity utilization for Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA).
- Regional Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) supply tightened in Q3 2025 due to ongoing plant closures and production shifts abroad.
- CPI rose 2.4% in September 2025, increasing operational costs, while PPI fell 1.7%, offering Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) cost relief.
- Stable 6.3% unemployment and 0.2% retail sales growth in September 2025 indicated mixed consumer demand for Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA).
Why did the price of Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) change in September 2025 in Europe?
- Industrial production declined by 1.0% in September 2025, significantly reducing Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) demand.
- The Manufacturing Index contracted in Q3 2025, indicating a broad slowdown in industrial activity for Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA).
- Naphtha feedstock costs strengthened in Q3 2025, exerting upward pressure on Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA) production expenses.
