Polyaluminium Chloride Price Trend and Forecast
Get the latest insights on price movement and trend analysis of Polyaluminium Chloride in different regions across the world (Asia, Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa).
For the First Quarter of 2022
Asia
Domestic mainstream quotations for industrial polyaluminum chloride were 2373.75 RMB/MT on March 29. The Chinese market had mostly stayed stable. Due to strict epidemic prevention and control measures in several sections of important industrial areas, manufacturers' output remained normal, spot inventories remained adequate, and downstream procurement volume did not dramatically improve. Transit of raw materials and finished products was impeded to some extent. The market for raw and domestic hydrochloric acid fluctuated, downstream demand remained consistent, and the market for upstream liquid chlorine climbed marginally.
For the Fourth Quarter of 2021
Asia
After October, the majority of Asian countries' HCl prices fluctuated in a limited range. The drop in demand for the chemical in India following the festive season had a direct impact on its cost. Due to constant demand, the PAC sector's pricing remained stable. In China, the price was somewhere around 2600 RMB/MT in November.
Europe
Following the limited product availability, market sentiment remained strong throughout Q4. Prices of feedstock HCl rose sharply at the start of November as availability of the basic ingredient Chlorine remained limited, with companies looking for the best deal to offset high energy costs.
Natural gas prices in Europe rose at an unprecedented rate, raising fears of a severe power shortage. Several European chemical companies raised their product pricing in response to sharp increases in energy prices. HCl prices were recorded at 125 USD/MT FOB Hamburg.
North America
HCl prices in North America increased significantly in early Q4, owing to a prolonged shortage of chlorine in the region. Oxychem's Chlor-Alkali plant's force majeure continued to affect HCl pricing in Q4. The Ex-Works price was assessed at 165 USD/MT. As a result, polyaluminium chloride prices increased as well.
For First, Second and Third Quarters of 2021
Asia
During the first quarter of 2021, the Asian HCL market was neutral. Because major Chinese manufacturers' inventory levels were lowered during the Lunar New Year holidays in China, prices rose in Q1 2021. In the Indian market, however, the average price of HCL fell by 10% due to adequate stock availability and lower demand from the downstream sector. Polyaluminium chloride prices in Asian markets were directly influenced by this price fluctuation.
HCL prices surged throughout the third quarter, owing to restricted feedstock availability and strong demand from downstream sectors in Q3 2021. Despite the supply chain interruption induced by port congestion, a small increase in HCl pricing was recorded in China due to the abundant availability of the commodity in this timeframe. In India, acid prices rose significantly, owing to strong demand from downstream industries in both the domestic and foreign markets.
Europe
HCl demand from downstream industries fell in the first quarter of 2021. Lower downstream consumption was one of the main explanations, notwithstanding an increase in COVID 19 instances across the region. This coincided with a decrease in the market's demand for PAC and related items. As a result, polyaluminium chloride prices dropped.
During the second quarter, the HCl market held steady. Throughout the quarter, demand for the feedstock increased somewhat, while supply remained tight enough to keep the price upswing going.
Throughout the third quarter, demand grew steadily, but supply remained tight, allowing the price increase to continue. The downstream sectors, such as PAC, were upbeat.
North America
Due to a persistent lack of feedstock chemicals and interrupted production activity, polyaluminium chloride prices rose dramatically across the region. Multiple hurricanes had already caused a severe shortage of HCl in Q4 2020, but devastating winter storms halted all manufacturing efforts again in Q1 2021.
HCl prices in North America remained stable in the second quarter, owing to constrained availability of the feedstock chlorine and improving downstream demand. Because of the severe shortage of chlorine in the United States as a result of the lengthy shutdown of major chlor-alkali plants, the price of practically all chlorine derivatives skyrocketed.
Prices of HCl soared by an order of magnitude in the third quarter, owing to a severe lack of chlorine in the region. As a result, polyaluminium chloride prices also witnessed an increasing trend. Chlorine is a necessary feedstock for the production of HCl, which is then used to make PAC. When Hurricane Ida hit the Gulf Coast of the United States in late August, many chemical plants were still reeling from the effects of winter storm Uri.
Oxychem claimed force majeure at its chlor-alkali plant, severely disrupting chlorine supply in the region. The circumstances put even more pressure on the HCl market because many of the chlorine factories were already shut down at the time. As a result, the pricing trend of the chemical in this quarter was supported by restricted feedstock supply and strong demand from downstream sectors.
For the Year 2020
Europe
Due to the collapse of upstream isocyanate factories in various sites, the European region had a feedstock hydrochloric acid supply constraint in Q3 2020. In September 2020, HCl costs increased by 10% on a month-over-month basis. The rising cost of HCl resulted to an increase in the cost of PAC.
North America
Due to a significant decrease in feedstock supplies in Q3 2020, manufacturers lowered manufacturing rates. HCL demand from the oil and energy sector was stifled in the third quarter due to restrictions on its use in hydraulic and fracturing operations while the auto industry slowly recovered from the pandemic's impacts. Polyaluminium chloride prices rose due to a decline in its supply in European markets.
Procurement Resource provides latest prices of Polyaluminum Chloride. Each price database is tied to a user-friendly graphing tool dating back to 2014, which provides a range of functionalities: configuration of price series over user defined time period; comparison of product movements across countries; customisation of price currencies and unit; extraction of price data as excel files to be used offline.
Polyaluminium Chloride is a water chemical composed of aluminium, oxygen, hydrogen, and chlorine. It is a yellow-colored, water-soluble solid. Polyaluminium Chloride (PAC) 28 percent and Polyaluminium Chloride (PAC) 30 percent are the two forms of the chemical. This chemical has many industrial applications, but it is most commonly used in the flocculation processes used in water treatment industries.
Report Features | Details |
Product Name | Polyaluminium Chloride |
Industrial Uses | Water Treatment, Coagulant, Cosmetic and Personal Care |
Chemical Formula | Al2Cl(OH)5 |
Synonyms | Aluminum chlorohydrate, Aluminum chlorhydroxide, Aluminum chloride basic, Aluminum hydroxychloride |
Molecular Weight | 174.45 g/mol |
Supplier Database | Kemira Oyj, Grasim, Central Glass Co., Ltd., USALCO, GACL, Henan Aierfuke Chemicals Co. Ltd, Lvyuan Chem |
Region/Countries Covered | 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 |
Currency | US$ (Data can also be provided in local currency) |
Supplier Database Availability | Yes |
Customization Scope | The report can be customized as per the requirements of the customer |
Post-Sale Analyst Support | 360-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.
Aluminum hydroxide is added to sulfuric acid and hydrochloric acid inside a reactor during this process. The calcium carbonate is then used to neutralise the acid. As a byproduct of this process, gypsum crystals are produced.
The displayed pricing data is derived through weighted average purchase price, including contract and spot transactions at the specified locations unless otherwise stated. The information provided comes from the compilation and processing of commercial data officially reported for each nation (i.e. government agencies, external trade bodies, and industry publications).
Procurement Resource is a one-stop solution for businesses aiming at the best industry insights and market evaluation in the arena of procurement. Our team of market leaders covers all the facets of procurement strategies with its holistic industry reports, extensive production cost and pre-feasibility insights, and price trends dynamics impacting the cost trajectories of the plethora of products encompassing various industries. With the best analysis of the market trends and comprehensive consulting in light of the best strategic footstep, Procurement Resource got all that it takes.
Procurement Resource has made a mark for itself in terms of its rigorous assistance to its clientele. Our experienced panel of experts leave no stone unturned in ensuring the expertise at every step of our clients' strategic procurement journey. Our prompt assistance, prudential analysis, and pragmatic tactics considering the best procurement move for industries are all that sets us apart. We at Procurement Resource value our clients, which our clients vouch for.
Expertise, judiciousness, and expedience are the crucial aspects of our modus operandi at Procurement Resource. Quality is non-negotiable, and we don't compromise on that. Our best-in-class solutions, elaborative consulting substantiated by exhaustive evaluation, and fool-proof reports have led us to come this far, making us the ‘numero uno' in the domain of procurement. Be it exclusive qualitative research or assiduous quantitative research methodologies, our high quality of work is what our clients swear by.