DOP factory plasticizer price in Korea

DOP factory plasticizer price in Korea

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DOP factory plasticizer price in Korea

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DOP factory plasticizer price in Korea

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DOP factory plasticizer price in Korea

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DOP factory plasticizer price in Korea

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DOP factory plasticizer price in Korea
  • Why was DOP demand limited in the USA's manufacturing plasticizer sectors?
  • The limited DOP demand in the USA's manufacturing plasticizer sectors was a result of a slow economic recovery and stagnant trading conditions in relevant segments. In anticipation of a price hike due to a new import tariff, buyers temporarily suspended their purchasing activities during this period.
  • What impacted the DOP price in South Korea in Q2 2024?
  • The quarter culminated with the DOP price settling at USD 1520/MT FOB Busan in South Korea, underscoring the adverse market conditions. Overall, the Q2 2024 pricing environment for DOP in South Korea, and the broader APAC region, was decidedly negative, driven by an array of detrimental factors influencing both supply and demand dynamics. Europe
  • What factors impacted the DOP market in South Korea?
  • One significant factor was the overall weak demand from key industries such as construction and automotive, which led to reduced consumption and downward pressure on prices. Additionally, the presence of competitive pricing strategies from China further impacted the market, making it challenging for South Korean DOP manufacturers.
  • What shaped the plasticizer market?
  • The market was primarily shaped by weak demand in the downstream plasticizer industry, adequate supply levels, and stable upstream raw material costs. These elements worked together to maintain balanced market conditions, resulting in minimal pricing fluctuations throughout the third quarter of 2024.
  • How did the price pattern of dioctyl phthalate (DOP) change in Q1?
  • The price pattern of Dioctyl phthalate (DOP) in the first quarter of 2023 fluctuated throughout the quarter, with a modest decline in the middle of the quarter. It is interesting to note that the prices increased at the beginning of Q1 due to rising demand and a limited supply of materials.
  • How did the dioctyl phthalate market perform during the quarter?
  • It appeared that the Dioctyl phthalate (DOP) market showed a mixed price trend during the quarter, with prices rising for the most part and declining only in the mid-month. It was noted that the domestic phthalic anhydride plant operated stably during the quarter, and the spot supply in the market was normal.