| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potassium Chloride | China | FOB | USD 527.15/MT | June 2026 |
| Potassium Chloride | USA | CIF | USD 682.10/MT | June 2026 |
| Potassium Chloride | Germany | CIF | USD 648.64/MT | June 2026 |
| Potassium Chloride | India | CIF | USD 615.15/MT | June 2026 |
| Potassium Chloride | Japan | CIF | USD 582.15/MT | June 2026 |
| Potassium Chloride | China | FOB | USD 523.30/MT | May 2026 |
| Potassium Chloride | USA | CIF | USD 642.49/MT | May 2026 |
| Potassium Chloride | Germany | CIF | USD 616.75/MT | May 2026 |
| Potassium Chloride | India | CIF | USD 590.64/MT | May 2026 |
| Potassium Chloride | Japan | CIF | USD 561.05/MT | May 2026 |
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Asia
Potassium Chloride prices in China declined to ~RMB 3.56/kg in April and ~RMB 3.54/kg in May, showing a ~0.6% decrease. The market weakened as spring fertilizer application ended, compound-fertilizer production slowed and imported material became more readily available. China’s potassium chloride imports reached approximately 1.23 million MT in April, raising domestic inventories and improving buyers’ negotiating position. Lower domestic mine operating rates and elevated replacement costs limited the decline. Elsewhere in Asia, a higher Indian standard MOP contract supported regional export sentiment and reflected firmer supplier negotiations. Strong contracted buying from India helped absorb offshore availability, but softer Chinese purchasing prevented a broader regional increase.
Europe
Potassium Chloride prices in Germany declined to ~EUR 0.55/kg in April and ~EUR 0.53/kg in May, showing a ~4.3% decrease. European markets faced cautious farmer purchasing as delayed spring applications, weak agricultural economics and fertilizer affordability concerns restricted demand. Higher energy, freight and imported replacement costs supported supplier offers, but sufficient availability and slow purchasing limited price strength. Overseas benchmarks remained comparatively firm, preventing a sharper decline, while weaker domestic fertilizer consumption kept spot negotiations under pressure.
North America
Potassium Chloride prices in the United States increased to ~USD 608.91/MT in April and ~USD 642.49/MT in May, showing a ~5.5% increase. Prices were supported by firmer producer benchmarks, early-season fertilizer demand and strong offshore commitments. Export supply remained largely allocated through the quarter, strengthening supplier positions. However, higher domestic production and available dealer inventories prevented a severe shortage. The delayed development of major new mining capacity also supported longer-term supply concerns, though it had no direct impact on Q2 availability.
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According to Procurement Resource, potassium chloride prices may remain mixed, with international contracts and committed exports providing support, while seasonal demand weakness and adequate inventories could limit further gains
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Asia
In Asia, potassium chloride prices showed firm pricing due to tight supply and strong spring planting demand. In China, potassium chloride prices rose from ~3.56 RMB/kg (Spot) in January to ~3.62 RMB/kg in March, reflecting a ~1.60% increase. Domestic production was limited by declining mineral quality, winter maintenance, and low port inventories, keeping supply tight. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, increasing freight costs for imported potash and putting additional upward pressure on delivered prices. Imports via border trade and China-Europe freight routes continued, while downstream demand from compound fertilizer manufacturers for maize, rice, wheat, and rapeseed remained strong, supporting overall market firmness.
Europe
Potassium Chloride (KCl) prices in Europe were impacted by the global market tightening trend and the high import dependency in the region, including shipments from Canada, Russia, and Belarus. Capacity additions in Europe stayed low while rising freight rates along shipping routes added to higher landed costs. However, by the end of the quarter, demand for compound fertilizers in Northern and Eastern Europe, along with the selective purchasing behaviour of the distributors, helped stabilize prices.
North America
In Q1’26, Potassium Chloride prices in North America were driven by high raw material expenses, including the impact of global potash deals and zinc-related input costs. The logistics issues and congestion at ports, especially Gulf Coast ports, contributed to higher landed costs and tighter availability for the short term. Local production volumes were stable; however, imports affected prices due to increased international transportation and insurance costs. There was robust downstream demand from key fertilizer manufacturers due to preparations for the upcoming spring season in the northern regions.
Potassium Chloride is a metal halide salt which is made of potassium and chlorine. It is odourless, and in appearance, it has a white or sometimes colourless vitreous crystal appearance. This solid can be dissolved readily in water, and its solutions have a salt-like taste. It is derived from minerals sylvite, carnallite, and potash.
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Potassium hydroxide and potassium metal, Food processing, Chemicals and drugs, Detergents and soaps, Lethal injections, Textiles and dyes, Scientific applications, Glass and ceramics
7447-40-7, Enseal, Potash, Muriate of Potash, Klotrix
Cargill, Incorporated, Nutrien Ltd., Nutrien Ltd., JSC Belaruskali., PotashCorp., Jiangsu Kolod Food Ingredients Co.,Ltd., The Mosaic Company, Sociedad Química y Minerade Chile (SQM)
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