Tag: Price Trends

Low-Density Polyethylene is a semi-rigid variety of polyethylene which is made up of around 4000-40,000 carbon atoms arranged in short or long-chain like structures. It is produced via free radical polymerization process under high pressure and high temperature. LDPE has low crystallinity. Its melting point varies around 105° C- 115°...

Phenol belongs to any of a family of organic compounds that are categorized by a hydroxyl or – OH group connected to a carbon atom which is part of an aromatic ring. Apart from aiding as the general name for the complete family, the name phenol is also a...

Polyaluminium Chloride or (PAC) belongs to the aluminum-based, polymeric-based, inorganic chemical. It is otherwise known as Aluminum Chloride Hydroxide (ACH). It is considered a deodorant, or a coagulant used in water purification. PAC has high charges, so it is way more effective for destabilizing and removing suspended materials than...

Platinum (Pt) is a metal element with an atomic number of 78 which is found in alluvial deposits, or it is produced as a byproduct in the process of refining copper and nickel. Its melting and boiling points measure around 1770° C and 3825° C, respectively. It is a...

Microcrystalline Cellulose is derived from cellulose through an additional hydrolysis process, eliminating highly crystalline structures and making it suitable for pharmaceutical and texturizer industries, allowing for controlled drying. Its price trends closely mirrored cellulose during H1 2023, displaying consistent but fluctuating patterns. Reduced upstream costs, as supply chains and...

Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate prices in Asia experienced mixed fluctuations during the first half of 2023. The initial surge in demand, driven by limited inventory stocks and the revival of the automotive and manufacturing sectors, led to price increases in the first quarter. However, as excess supplies filled inventories in...

Methyl Salicylate (C8H8O3), commonly known as wintergreen oil, is a member of aspirin family, used as a counterirritant that eases body aches or any kind of discomfort. It is a sweet-smelling substance, which is an ester of salicylic acid. The acidic group of Salicylic acid is esterified with methanol to...

Polylactic Acid (PLA) (C3H4O2)n is a bio-plastic synthetic polymer compound that comprises repeated monomers in its molecule. It is a biodegradable alternative to synthetic polymers in the global market. It is chemically synthesized from the lactic acid that undergoes fermentation from plant matter under precise and controlled conditions. The...

Lithium Carbonate (Li2CO3) is an inorganic chemical compound comprising two lithium, one carbon, and three oxygen atoms. It contains the lithium salt of carbonic acid, and it is a whitish-colored liquid with no odor. It is commonly known as Zabuyelite. The melting and boiling point ranges around 723° C...

In the Asia Pacific region, phosphorus pentachloride prices were hindered by Lunar holidays, reduced electric vehicle demand, and uncertain market conditions in Q1. Feeble support from upstream industries and battery manufacturing decline further impacted the trend negatively. However, Q2 saw a less significant dip as feedstock costs decreased and...