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Isobutene Price Trend Analysis 2026: Market Insights, Price Drivers, Historical Prices, Latest News & Supply Demand Analysis
Written ByUdeesha Tomar
Isobutene Price Trend Q4 2025
| Product | Category | Region | Price | Last Updated Month |
| Isobutene | Chemicals | India | 1739 USD/MT | October 2025 |
| Isobutene | Chemicals | India | 1740 USD/MT | December 2025 |
Asia
During the fourth quarter, India's isobutene market exhibited mixed trends, with prices showing variability across the period as competing forces shaped market dynamics. The prices were about 1739 USD/MT (CIF) in October and around 1740 USD/MT in December. Higher crude oil imports in October lifted refinery operating rates, supporting C4 stream generation and ensuring comfortable availability of isobutane for isobutene production during the early part of the quarter.
This initial strength was tempered as festive and election-linked LPG demand absorbed a larger share of refinery output, constraining the incremental flow of isobutane into chemical conversion. Market participants navigated shifting conditions as downstream demand from MTBE and rubber segments fluctuated, with buying activity alternating between periods of firmness and softness.
The easing of fuel blending requirements after seasonal peaks introduced additional volatility, creating a mixed pricing environment through year-end. Across the broader Asian region, similar fluctuations were observed, with ample refinery supply counterbalanced by variable derivative demand, resulting in inconsistent market sentiment.
Europe
European isobutene markets experienced a comparable trajectory during the quarter, beginning with moderate firmness before trending lower as the period progressed. Early quarter stability was supported by steady refinery operations and adequate feedstock flows, maintaining balanced supply conditions. However, softening demand from key downstream applications, particularly MTBE for gasoline blending and various polymer intermediates, weighed on market sentiment.
Seasonal factors also played a role, as reduced industrial activity ahead of the year-end holidays diminished consumption patterns. The weakening energy complex further contributed to the downward price drift, as lower production costs translated into reduced support for derivative pricing.
North America
North American isobutene markets mirrored global trends, with prices peaking in the early quarter before moderating through the remainder of the period. Initial strength was attributed to stable refinery activity and balanced supply-demand fundamentals, with healthy feedstock availability from domestic crude processing supporting isobutene production.
As the quarter advanced, derivative demand softened across gasoline additives and specialty chemical applications, prompting buyers to reduce procurement activity. Additionally, easing energy costs influenced production economics, allowing for more flexible pricing structures. The combination of adequate supply and subdued end-user demand created conditions for gradual price erosion.
Analyst Insight
According to Procurement Resource, looking ahead, isobutene prices are expected to remain under pressure as weak downstream demand persists across major consuming sectors. However, any tightening in refinery throughput or seasonal demand recovery could provide modest support.
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Asia
In the third quarter, isobutene prices in Asia moved lower as market conditions stayed weak. Demand from both households and industries remained soft, especially in China where industrial activity slowed and port congestion limited import movement. The summer season also meant less need for heating fuels, which reduced overall consumption.
On the supply side, steady shipments from major exporters like the Middle East and the US led to an oversupplied market. Even though isobutene didn’t trade as actively as some other LPG products, its prices still dropped in line with the overall fall in LPG values across the region.
Europe
European isobutene prices also stayed under pressure during the third quarter. The petrochemical industry, a major consumer of isobutene, operated at low capacity, and demand from crackers remained weak. As a result, there were fewer spot deals, and sellers often had to offer cargoes at lower prices to attract buyers. With other feedstocks available at better rates, isobutene became less attractive for refiners. Seasonal demand stayed limited, and a steady inflow of global supply only added to the sluggish market conditions.
North America
In North America, isobutene prices were affected by strong domestic supply and weak export demand. US refineries and gas plants produced more than the market needed, and with fewer international buyers, more product remained within the region. Seasonal demand for blending in gasoline was not strong enough to support prices. The result was a market with high availability and limited demand, keeping prices under pressure throughout the quarter.
Analyst Insight
According to Procurement Resource, Isobutene prices may continue to face challenges unless there’s a pickup in demand or a slowdown in global supply. Future trends will largely depend on petrochemical demand and fuel blending needs.
About Isobutene
Isobutene belonging to the class of alkenes, has a four-carbon branched chain. It is one of the four isomers of butene. Isobutene is a highly flammable, colorless gas with a gasoline-like smell. It is characterized as a health hazard as prolonged exposure may cause damage to the central nervous system, and some carcinogenic activity is also indicated. It is used in the production of high-octane gasoline fuel. It is shipped as a liquefied gas and coming in contact with it can cause frostbite.
Isobutene Product Detail
Hs Code
29012990
Chemical Formula
C4H8
Cas Number
115-11-7
Molecular Weight
56.10 g/mol
Industrial Uses
Polymers, Zeolite Catalysts, Antioxidants, Resins, Gasoline fuel
Synonyms
2-Methylprop-1-ene, 2-Methylpropene, Isobutylene, 2-Methylpropylene, Methylpropene
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BASF, Evonik, LyondellBasell Industries., Global Bioenergies, ExxonMobil
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Asia Pacific
China, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, Iran, Thailand, South Korea, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Nepal, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, UAE, Israel, Hongkong, Singapore, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, Australia, and New Zealand
Europe
Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy,Spain, Russia, Turkey, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Belgium, Austria, Ireland Switzerland, Norway, Denmark, Romania, Finland, Czech Republic, Portugal and Greece
North America
United States and Canada
Latin America
Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Columbia, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru
Africa
South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, Algeria, Morocco
CurrencyUS$ (Data can also be provided in local currency)
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Isobutene Production Processes
- Production of Isobutene from Dehydrogenation Process; from Extraction Process
Isobutene is obtained by catalytic dehydrogenation of isobutane in the presence of a suitable catalyst. This being a highly endothermic and equilibrium-limited process requires relatively high temperature and low pressure to achieve a high yield of Isobutene.
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