Calcium Citrate Price Trend and Forecast

Calcium Citrate Regional Price Overview

Get the latest insights on price movement and trend analysis of Calcium Citrate in different regions across the world (Asia, Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa).

Calcium Citrate Price Trend for the Q1 of 2024

Asia

During the first quarter of 2024, calcium citrate market trends in Asia were influenced by fluctuations in calcium hydroxide and citric acid prices. Since calcium citrate is derived from calcium hydroxide and citric acid, the cost and availability of these raw materials significantly impacted the market. Initially, calcium hydroxide prices were supported by strong demand from the construction and chemical sectors, leading to a positive pricing trend.
 

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However, a downturn in China's real estate sector in the latter half of the quarter caused a significant decline in construction activity, negatively affecting calcium hydroxide prices. Similarly, citric acid powder prices began the quarter high but declined due to oversupply and weak demand before rebounding slightly as demand improved towards the end of the quarter. Consequently, the calcium citrate market in Asia experienced mixed pricing trends, with early gains wearing off by later market instability.

Europe

In Europe, the calcium citrate market faced challenges due to unsatisfactory downstream consumption, particularly in the construction sector. Despite weak demand, suppliers had to raise prices due to increased crude oil and shipping costs, which squeezed manufacturers' margins. This led to a marginal increase in calcium hydroxide prices, reflected well in the pricing pattern of calcium citrate as well. The citric acid market also experienced fluctuations, with initial price declines followed by a modest rebound. These dynamics led to a generally stable yet slightly inclined price trend for calcium citrate in the European market.

North America

In North America, the calcium citrate market was affected by a reduction in global demand, leading to a downward price trajectory. High inventory levels from the previous quarter persisted, and despite increased production and processing costs, suppliers had to rely heavily on domestic consumption. The Red Sea crisis further exacerbated the situation by driving up shipping costs and limiting offshore trade opportunities.

Citric acid prices also fluctuated, initially decreasing due to oversupply and weak demand but showing slight improvement as the quarter progressed and demand from the food and beverage industry increased. Overall, the calcium citrate market in North America experienced a downward trend with minor rebounds, reflecting a challenging but gradually stabilizing market environment.

Analyst Insight

According to Procurement Resource, the price trend of Calcium Citrate is expected to bear the changes in market dynamics of calcium hydroxide and citric acid in the adjacent quarters as the outlook of these sectors does not look favorable.

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