| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Time Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dichloromethane | China | FOB | USD 330.09/MT | May 2026 |
| Dichloromethane | India | CIF | USD 397.43/MT | May 2026 |
| Dichloromethane | Germany | CIF | USD 423.54/MT | May 2026 |
| Dichloromethane | Australia | CIF | USD 380.92/MT | May 2026 |
| Dichloromethane | Brazil | CIF | USD 462.09/MT | May 2026 |
Stay updated with the latest dichloromethane prices, historical data, and tailored regional analysis
Asia
In Asia, China drove the Q1’26 dichloromethane trend. The market rose in January as producer availability tightened, then weakened in February due to holiday inventory buildup, slower logistics, and softer new orders. March brought renewed firmness as methanol and liquid chlorine costs increased, while export orders helped absorb part of the surplus after domestic factories resumed operations. The Iran conflict added pressure through methanol supply concerns, as Middle East disruption affected 18% of global methanol capacity and tightened sentiment across Asian chemical markets.
Europe
European dichloromethane sentiment stayed firm due to higher methanol costs and replacement supply concerns. Buyers became more active after the Middle East disruption, with European methanol spot activity reaching at least 41,000 MT during March 2-18, compared with 16,000 MT in all of February. This pointed to restocking and short-covering across the feedstock chain. However, weak demand from coatings, industrial solvents, and related manufacturing applications limited aggressive purchasing in dichloromethane.
North America
North America faced milder pressure than Asia and Europe, but feedstock procurement still strengthened. At least 32,792 MT of spot methanol traded during March 10-19, with at least 90% purchased by producers, indicating stronger chemical-sector buying. Dichloromethane demand remained steady from pharmaceuticals, adhesives, cleaning solvents, and coating applications, but buyers avoided heavy restocking because freight and feedstock conditions remained uncertain.
Analyst Insight
According to Procurement Resource, near-term dichloromethane prices are expected to remain firm but volatile. Methanol availability, liquid chlorine costs, freight conditions, and downstream order recovery will guide the next movement.
Related Report
Get real-time price assessments, periodic trends, forecasts and price driver insights across key global markets.
Unlock Price Insights NowOur Clients
Turn price intelligence into action with the Procurement Resource Database. Log in or subscribe to unlock live price trends, historical charts, supplier databases, cost curves, and analyst-backed insights across chemicals, agriculture, energy, packaging, and more. Use these tools to benchmark your contracts, plan budgets with confidence, and stay ahead of market moves on every product you buy.
0
+Products
0
+Regions
0
+Subscriptions
Asia
In 2025, the Asian Dichloromethane market remained under considerable pressure, particularly in China, where high operating rates and ample product availability outweighed demand from downstream sectors. Consumption from paint striping, adhesives, pharmaceuticals, cleaning agents, and chemical processing provided a regular demand base, but buying activity was largely cautious and need based. The market saw intermittent support when maintenance at chloromethane units reduced spot availability, particularly during the fourth quarter; however, these gains were short-lived as downstream demand remained weak and inventories continued to weigh on sentiment. Feedstock methanol movements periodically influenced production economics, yet did not materially alter the overall oversupplied market structure. By year-end, the regional market remained soft, with producers facing pressure from low margins and subdued purchasing.
Europe
The European Dichloromethane market experienced a cautious and largely balanced-to-soft trend through 2025. Demand from pharmaceutical manufacturing, specialty chemicals, adhesives, coatings, metal cleaning, and industrial solvent applications offered some stability, but broader weakness in regional manufacturing constrained stronger consumption growth. Buyers generally maintained lean inventories and avoided long-term commitments amid uncertain industrial conditions and continued scrutiny of chlorinated-solvent use under European environmental and safety regulations. Supply availability was largely adequate through regional producers and imports, preventing significant tightness. Periodic changes in upstream methanol and energy costs influenced producer economics, although weak downstream pull limited the ability to sustain firmer market sentiment. Overall, the European market remained restrained, with specialty and pharmaceutical applications providing the principal demand support.
North America
In North America, Dichloromethane market conditions were shaped by stable industrial demand alongside an increasingly restrictive regulatory environment. Demand from pharmaceutical processing, specialty chemical production, foam-related applications, metal cleaning, and certain industrial solvent uses remained present, although consumption in consumer-facing applications was affected by the U.S. phaseout schedule. Distribution for consumer use was prohibited from May 2025, while further restrictions on most commercial uses were scheduled for later implementation, prompting buyers to review sourcing and substitution plans. This regulatory uncertainty encouraged measured procurement and limited demand expansion. Supply conditions remained broadly sufficient, while producers focused on serving permitted industrial and specialized applications. Consequently, the market showed moderate fluctuations rather than a sustained directional movement during the year.
Dichloromethane is a non-flammable colourless liquid which is highly volatile with a sweet ether-like odour. Its inhalation can cause respiratory tract irritation, drowsiness, and even death. It is used as a solvent and paint remover.
CH2Cl2
Solvent used in paint remover, pharmaceuticals, metal cleaning agents
Methylene Chloride
Dow Chemical(US), Occidental Chemical(US), AkzoNobel(NL)
CurrencyUS$ (Data can also be provided in local currency)
Supplier Database AvailabilityYes
Customization ScopeThe report can be customized as per the requirements of the customer
Post-Sale Analyst Support360-degree analyst support after report delivery
Note: Our supplier search experts can assist your procurement teams in compiling and validating a list of suppliers indicating they have products, services, and capabilities that meet your company's needs.
Dichloromethane can be produced by treating methane or chloromethane with chlorine gas at elevated temperatures to give various chlorinated products followed by separating DCM via distillation.
Business Insights Analyst
Helping procurement and sourcing teams navigate complex markets through data-driven research, category intelligence, and actionable insights - with a focus on identifying market trends, analyzing supply-side developments, and delivering clear intelligence that supports informed business decisions.
Our Price Analysis Methodology
Experience how Procurement Resource transforms raw material price data into clear, decision ready intelligence. Optimise your performance with reliable, expert market data and analysis. Schedule your demo today to experience a live walk-through where our experts will showcase interactive price charts, forecasted prices, and insights driving the prices for your key commodities, tailored to your workflows. Contact us now!
Our Team will be happy to assist you
We are just a text away
Still Need Help?
Unlock full access to Procurement Resource's price databases, interactive charts, and short-term forecasts for thousands of commodities. Elevate your sourcing decisions by comparing prices across regions, downloading historical data, and layering in analyst-backed insights, all with our flexible plans that scale as your portfolio grows.
Still have any Questions
Contact Us
Price Trend Dashboard - What's Included
Price trends across a diverse portfolio of categories and products, spanning board to niche chemicals
Coverage extendable to grade-specific chemicals based on procurement requirements
Regular price tracking supported by robust historical datasets
News, policy updates, and key market drivers impacting price movements
Short-term and long-term price outlooks and forecasts
Supply-demand dynamics and capacity-driven market analysis
Track prices, market movements, supply-demand dynamics, and industry developments across hundreds of commodities through a centralized intelligence platform built for informed procurement decisions.
Understand market fluctuations using analyst-backed forecasts, historical pricing patterns, and evolving industry trends to strengthen sourcing strategies and budget planning.
Leverage cost models, pricing benchmarks, and procurement insights to evaluate purchasing opportunities, improve negotiations, and enhance operational efficiency.
Access region-specific price trends, trade activities, capacity changes, and supply chain developments influencing commodity markets worldwide.
