Octanol Price Trend Analysis 2026: Price Drivers, Historical Prices, Supply Demand Analysis, Market Insights & Latest News

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Octanol Price Trend 2025

Asia

In Asia, Octanol prices generally trended lower throughout 2025. Early in the year, demand from industries like plastics, packaging, and textiles was weak, which limited buying activity. Inventories remained relatively high, and many buyers purchased only what they immediately needed, keeping the market slow.

Occasional short-term production cuts provided minor support but were not enough to push prices up significantly. Seasonal factors, such as post-holiday restocking, caused small fluctuations, yet overall, the market faced downward pressure due to cautious buying and soft industrial demand.

Europe

European Octanol prices also declined over the course of 2025. Oversupply continued to be a major challenge as production capacity exceeded regional demand. Key consuming sectors, including construction and consumer goods, used less material than expected, keeping the market soft.

Some maintenance at older plants gave only brief relief, and overall inventories stayed elevated. Buyers remained careful, and most transactions focused on short-term needs rather than bulk purchases. Prices fell gradually, reflecting the ongoing imbalance between supply and demand.

North America

In North America, Octanol prices showed a more mixed trend but remained under pressure for most of the year. Early weather disruptions caused temporary supply tightening, but production soon resumed, adding to already ample inventories. Demand from industrial and packaging sectors was steady but not strong enough to lift prices.

Changes in input costs led to minor fluctuations, but these did not have lasting effects. Buyers continued to manage stocks carefully, resulting in a market that was largely stable with slight declines compared to the beginning of the year.

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According to Procurement Resource, Octanol prices are expected to stay under pressure unless demand strengthens significantly or supply tightens across regions.

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Asia

In Asia, Octanol prices in 2024 showed a mixed pattern. During the first half of the year, prices gradually recovered as industrial activity picked up after the holiday season. Growing demand from manufacturing sectors supported the market, although some supply challenges kept price increases moderate. In the second half, prices moved in a fluctuating manner.

Initially, stability was observed, but weaker demand for certain downstream products led to softer market sentiment. Periodic plant shutdowns in the region prevented a sharp decline, while domestic consumption in countries like India provided some support toward the end of the year. Overall, the Asian market saw a stable to slightly soft trend throughout 2024.

Europe

European Octanol prices experienced a bit more pressure during 2024. In the first half, fluctuations were frequent due to varied industrial activity and occasional supply interruptions. Despite attempts to stabilize the market, high inventories and cautious buying kept prices under check. In the second half, the situation remained subdued as slow demand and weak confidence among buyers continued to weigh on the market. Even when input costs increased temporarily, buyers were reluctant to accept higher prices, maintaining a generally soft trend. Some support came from specialty sectors, but it was not enough to reverse the overall decline.

North America

North American Octanol prices showed contrasting movements during the year. Early in the year, prices were under pressure due to ample supply and moderate demand from downstream industries. Maintenance shutdowns and occasional operational issues in the second half caused temporary supply tightening, which helped prices recover slightly.

Export demand also played a role in balancing the market, particularly during periods of regional oversupply. Overall, the market experienced a soft start followed by a modest rebound, with demand remaining steady rather than strong.

About Octanol

Octanol is a clear, colourless liquid with an aromatic odour that is insoluble in water. Its vapors are heavier than the air and can irritate the eyes, nose, and respiratory tract.

Octanol Product Detail

Chemical Formula

C₈H₁₈O

Cas Number

111-87-5

Molecular Weight

130.23 g/mol

Industrial Uses

Surfactant, industrial solvent, biodiesel additive, flavoring agent, fragrance component, scented candles, perfumery, cosmetics, food flavors, emulsifiers, shampoos

Synonyms

capryl alcohol, n-octan-1-ol, 1-hydroxyoctane

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Shanghai Everest International Logistics Co., Ltd., Oq Chemicals GmbH, Oxea GmbH, Sasol Germany GmbH

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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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Octanol Production Processes

Octanal can be obtained by the reaction of butadiene, water and bicarbonate salt of a monodentate tertiary amine to form 2,7octadiene-1-ol, which is distilled and hydrogenated to give octanal.

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Supporting procurement teams with category intelligence, market research, price trends, supply-demand analysis, and strategic sourcing insights across key industries.

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