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| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polyvinyl Alcohol | China | FOB | USD 1,578.00/MT | August 2026 |
| Polyvinyl Alcohol | USA | CIF | USD 1,734.00/MT | August 2026 |
| Polyvinyl Alcohol | Germany | CIF | USD 1,692.00/MT | August 2026 |
| Polyvinyl Alcohol | India | CIF | USD 1,669.00/MT | August 2026 |
| Polyvinyl Alcohol | Japan | CIF | USD 1,612.00/MT | August 2026 |
| Polyvinyl Alcohol | China | FOB | USD 1,525.00/MT | July 2026 |
| Polyvinyl Alcohol | USA | CIF | USD 1,712.00/MT | July 2026 |
| Polyvinyl Alcohol | Germany | CIF | USD 1,659.00/MT | July 2026 |
| Polyvinyl Alcohol | India | CIF | USD 1,632.00/MT | July 2026 |
| Polyvinyl Alcohol | Japan | CIF | USD 1,558.00/MT | July 2026 |
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Asia
In China, Polyvinyl Alcohol averaged ~USD 2,190/MT in April before declining to ~USD 1,560/MT in June. India followed a similar trend, with the average price moving from ~USD 2,240/MT in April to ~USD 1,648/MT in June. The sharp early-quarter correction followed an April producer price increase, while subsequent market conditions reflected weaker purchasing momentum and changing upstream costs. Kuraray announced an immediate PVOH increase of at least USD 500/MT across Asia-Pacific in April. However, the later decline indicated that elevated producer costs were not sufficient to sustain earlier pricing levels as buying conditions weakened.
Europe
Germany’s Polyvinyl Alcohol average declined from ~USD 2,316/MT in April to ~USD 1,681/MT in June. European producers initially faced strong cost pressure. Kuraray and Celanese subsequently raised VAM prices in the first half of the quarter, maintaining upstream cost pressure. However, higher production costs were accompanied by cautious procurement and changing supply-chain conditions, limiting the persistence of the initial upward repricing. Broader European chemical markets also faced higher energy and shipping costs linked to Middle East disruption.
North America
In the USA, Polyvinyl Alcohol averaged ~USD 2,277/MT in April before declining to ~USD 1,715/MT in June. Higher vinyl acetate monomer costs added to production expenses during the quarter, while broader chemical-sector conditions showed some improvement. However, lower export orders and cautious downstream procurement weighed on buying activity. Trade conditions also remained relevant as authorities continued reviews concerning PVA imports from China and Japan, adding uncertainty to import-dependent supply channels.
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According to Procurement Resource, PVA pricing is likely to remain sensitive to VAM costs and chemical-sector demand, while cautious procurement could limit further upward momentum.
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Asia
The prices of polyvinyl alcohol witnessed an uptrend in the Asian region due to constrained supply, along with the high cost of production in the region. In China, owing to lower operating rates and rationalization in the petrochemicals complex, the availability of supply was low, thereby pushing prices higher. With the growing dependence on imports for meeting local requirements, the competition for cargoes grew stronger, and due to factors such as the war in Iran and problems in the Strait of Hormuz, logistics expenses were higher, resulting in rising prices by the close of the quarter.
Europe
In Europe, polyvinyl alcohol prices continued to be relatively stable for most of the quarter due to structural oversupply and weak demand. Weak operating rates at crackers, coupled with derivative imports, ensured sufficient supplies that did not allow prices to go up. Demand for the material was low from packaging, construction, and industrial use. Nevertheless, high logistics and energy prices owing to the war in Iran and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz led to higher production costs. Consequently, the polyvinyl alcohol price curve witnessed upward pressure by the close of the quarter.
North America
In North America, polyvinyl alcohol prices were relatively stable with some upward pressure due to higher costs. Supply surplus, coupled with low demand from construction, coatings, and industrial end-use markets, restrained prices from going up. On the other hand, rising costs in production owing to higher energy and logistics costs caused by the war in Iran and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz supported a rise in prices.
Polyvinyl alcohol is a synthetic polymer obtained via hydrolysis of vinyl acetate. This polymer is water-soluble, colorless, and odorless in nature that possesses a high level of tensile strength and flexibility. Due to its special qualities, like adhesiveness, film-forming capacity, and biodegradability, PVA has a wide range of applications.
It is a cement additive in construction materials, a sizing agent in textile and paper manufacture, an adhesive in woodworking, and a component in the creation of water-based paints and coatings. PVA is a useful and adaptable industrial substance that is also used to make medications, fake tears, and water-soluble packaging films.
Adhesives, Emulsifiers and dispersants, Detergents and Cleaning products, Pharmaceuticals, Packaging films, Construction materials, Paper industry
PVA, PVOH, Polyethenol, Vinol
E.I. dupont de Nemours and Company, Nippon Synthetic Chemical Industry Co., Eastman Chemical Company, Sekisui Chemical Co.Ltd, Kuraray Co Ltd, Sinopec Sichuan Vinylon, Anhui Wanwei Group Co Ltd.
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The process involves the use of vinyl acetate to produce polyvinyl acetate in methanol. This product is then hydrolyzed in the same solvent media and sodium hydroxide to give polyvinyl alcohol.
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