HEDP (Etidronic Acid) Price Trend and Forecast

HEDP (Etidronic Acid) Regional Price Overview

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

HEDP (Etidronic Acid) Price Trend for the First Half of 2024

Asia

In the first half of 2024, the price trend of HEDP (Etidronic Acid) in Asia, particularly in China, reflected a mixed performance influenced by its feedstock, phosphorus trichloride (PCl3). During the first quarter, the price of HEDP (Etidronic Acid) showed upward momentum, driven by the initial surge in PCl3 prices due to limited availability and export restrictions.
 

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However, as the second quarter progressed, the trend reversed to a downward trajectory. Weak consumer sentiment, sluggish market demand, and reduced procurement activities led to oversupply in the region, exerting downward pressure on the prices of HEDP (Etidronic Acid). Additionally, the lower cost of key raw materials, contributed to the declining trend, echoing the price behavior of its feedstock.

Europe

In Europe, the price trend of HEDP (Etidronic Acid) during H1 2024 exhibited relative stability. Throughout the first quarter, prices remained under pressure due to reduced support from downstream industries, mirroring the downward trend in PCl3 prices. However, the market showed signs of stabilization in the second quarter, as balanced supply-demand dynamics in the region prevented significant fluctuations. Despite challenges like higher freight costs and transportation delays that limited the import of phosphorus compounds from Asia, the overall availability of HEDP (Etidronic Acid) remained steady. Market participants-maintained caution in their pricing strategies, following the stable but cautious sentiment in the PCl3 market.

North America

In North America, the price of HEDP (Etidronic Acid) experienced fluctuations throughout the first half of 2024, following the price movements of its feedstock, phosphorus trichloride. In the first quarter, the market showed stabilization on the lower end due to subdued support from downstream industries and decreased shipment volumes.

However, by the second quarter, the market witnessed oscillations driven by changing demand patterns, increased freight charges, and restocking activities. As inventories were replenished and procurement rates for PCl3 started to decline, inconsistent pricing patterns emerged for HEDP (Etidronic Acid), reflecting the broader market dynamics of its feedstock. The overall market sentiment was shaped by both domestic and international factors, leading to a variable pricing trend during this period.

Analyst Insight

According to Procurement Resource, the price trend of HEDP (Etidronic Acid) is expected to showcase some improvement in the next half as the market participants anticipate that the growing concerns regarding procurement of raw materials and challenging global trading patterns might hamper the production rates of the commodity.
 

HEDP (Etidronic Acid) Price Trend for the Second Half of 2023

Asia

During the initial months of H2 of 2023, pricing dynamics for HEDP (Etidronic Acid) experienced fluctuations owing to the escalating cost of feedstock phosphorus trichloride. The market witnessed a rapid depletion of inventories as increased mining activity in China led to a scarcity of low-cost phosphorus rock.

On the other side, demands from downstream sectors such as metallurgical and fertilizer industries diminished, forcing the stockholders to adopt destocking activities and offer high discounts on bulk purchases. Moreover, feedstock acetic acid prices also remained depressed throughout the quarters, intensifying the challenging outlook for the HEDP (Etidronic Acid) market.

Europe

In the third and fourth quarter of 2023, the decline in the cost of Chinese imports and other overseas commodities posed a serious threat to European-made domestic markets, which in turn faced the ill consequences of increased market competitiveness. Due to intense competition in the market and China's dumping tactics, local producers' profit margins shrank. Further, rising raw material costs and ongoing inflation damaged consumer confidence and increased pricing pressure on the HEDP (Etidronic Acid) market.

North America

HEDP (Etidronic Acid) prices continued to showcase a declining trend in the US domestic market, even with the increase in the sales figures of the downstream industries. This reduction in the prices was based on the low to moderate demand, inexpensive imports from China, droughts in the Panama Canal, and growing inflation. The dealers thus discounted market rates to clear out their inventory in order to adjust the level of stockpiles in accordance with the demand dynamics.

Analyst Insight

According to Procurement Resource, the price trend of HEDP (Etidronic Acid) is estimated to showcase limited growth in the upcoming quarters as the trade challenges and rising competition in the market will affect the market negatively.
 

HEDP (Etidronic Acid) Price Trend for the First Half of 2023

Asia

The price of HEDP (Etidronic Acid) experienced a sharp decrease during the initial two quarters of 2023 due to a widening disparity between its supply and demand. This decline was observed both domestically and internationally as minimal new orders from agricultural sectors downstream led to a downward trajectory in HEDP (Etidronic Acid) prices.

Additionally, manufacturing operations also faced a downturn amidst adverse economic circumstances, resulting in a significant decrease in export rates, while import levels remained steady, contributing to an increase in inventory levels. In order to curtain the soaring inventories, the traders eventually had to reduce their price quotations of HEDP (Etidronic Acid) by offering significant discounts on bulk sales.

Europe

The ill consequences of weak economic conditions and the slowing of the industrial sector were well evident in the trajectory of the HEDP (Etidronic Acid) price trend. Another major obstacle to the HEDP (Etidronic acid) market dynamics was the persistent underperformance of downstream sectors, which themselves were affected by the growing rates of inflation and interest. A nearly double-digit fall in export rates further indicated muted consumer interest and slowing worldwide demand. However, there was some relief from the feedstock industries as they showcased slight improvement in the later stages of H1 but still fell short in front of adverse market conditions.

North America

During the initial months of the first quarter of 2023, there was no advancement in the downstream fertilizer sectors, which projected a negative influence on the HEDP (Etidronic Acid) price trajectory. However, as the quarters grew, there was a notable decrease in the demand for phosphorus trichloride from both domestic and global purchasers, hampering the stagnancy and stability of the market and leading its prices in a downward direction. Additionally, in view of struggling economic conditions and dwindling consumer confidence in the sector, the traders also found it difficult to sustain their high quotations.

Analyst Insight

According to Procurement Resource, the price trend of HEDP (Etidronic Acid) is expected to experience a continuous downfall as the cost of feedstock materials and current market dynamics of downstream industries do not seem to be supporting the momentum of HEDP (Etidronic Acid).
 

Etidronic Acid (HEDP) Price Trend for the Second Half of 2022

Asia

The market of Etidronic acid depended upon the prices of its feedstocks i.e., phosphorous trichloride and acetic acid. The price trend of phosphorous acid and acetic acid declined in the second half of 2022. The decline was majorly attributed to the low demand and trade disruptions due to the surge in covid cases. The sluggish behaviour of the market and the shutdown of various acetic acid-producing plants fueled the declining price trend of Etidronic acid.

Europe

In Europe, the commodity suffered from low downstream demand and unpredictable natural gas production costs. The prices of feedstock materials were on the lower side as compared to the previous quarters.

The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war further disrupted the trade order and the consumers remained silent as the downstream demand declined in the region. The acetic acid market was adversely affected as its availability suffered from uncertain supply and logistics challenges. Thus, the price trend of Etidronic acid followed a downward trajectory in the last two quarters of 2022.

North America

In North America, manufacturing and industrial activities took a hit as the cost of crude oil and natural gas soared in the region, and with the sanctions imposed by the West on Russian supplies, the situation became much more dire. Phosphorous trichloride prices fell in the region due to the complete shutdown of major factories leading to a slump in the region’s supply. The low level of new orders further aided this decline.

Analyst Insight

According to Procurement Resource, the prices of Etidronic Acid are expected to oscillate in the upcoming quarter. The feedstock material, production, and energy costs are estimated to determine the direction in which the price trend of Etidronic acid will move.

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