| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price (USD/MT) | Time Period |
| Sebacic Acid | China | CIF | USD 4187/MT | January 2026 |
| Sebacic Acid | USA | CIF | USD 4272/MT | January 2026 |
| Sebacic Acid | Germany | CIF | USD 4308/MT | January 2026 |
| Sebacic Acid | India | CIF | USD 4295/MT | January 2026 |
| Sebacic Acid | Japan | CIF | USD 4229/MT | January 2026 |
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During Q1’26, sebacic acid prices largely followed softer feedstock market conditions as castor oil prices in India declined by approximately 6.2% from January to March due to heavy arrivals of fresh castor seed during the domestic harvest season. Increased processing activity across Gujarat and Rajasthan improved feedstock availability and reduced upstream cost pressure for sebacic acid production. In Asia, the market remained stable as downstream demand from nylon 6,10, engineering plastics, industrial lubricants, and specialty coatings provided consistent support despite elevated inventories. Export activity from China and India continued steadily, although higher freight and insurance costs linked to Strait of Hormuz disruptions increased overall logistics expenses across chemical trade routes. In Europe, demand from automotive coatings, lubricants, and specialty polymer applications remained moderate amid cautious industrial activity, while higher import-related costs supported regional market sentiment.
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According to Procurement Resource, sebacic acid prices are expected to remain stable to firm as seasonal feedstock pressure eases and downstream specialty chemical demand gradually improves.
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In Q4 2025, sebacic acid prices in India followed a fluctuating yet overall declining pattern, closely aligned with movements in its primary feedstock, castor oil. Prices increased during the early part of the quarter as feedstock values strengthened, raising production costs and prompting suppliers to adjust offers upward. This initial firmness reflected steady procurement from downstream sectors, including nylon intermediates, plasticizers, lubricants, and specialty polymers, where consumption remained stable. As the quarter progressed, feedstock prices reversed direction and moved lower, reducing cost pressure on producers. The easing in raw material costs gradually translated into softer sebacic acid prices. At the same time, downstream demand showed limited expansion, with buyers maintaining cautious purchasing strategies and avoiding bulk restocking. Export activity remained measured, and domestic supply conditions appeared sufficient to meet prevailing requirements. Toward the close of the quarter, prices continued to edge downward, reflecting weaker upstream cost support and balanced supply-demand fundamentals. Overall, the market experienced an early rise followed by a sustained correction, ending the quarter below its peak levels.
Sebacic acid comes in the form of a white powdery granule. Sebacic acid is the 1,8-dicarboxy derivative of octane and is an alpha, omega-dicarboxylic acid. It serves as both a human and a plant metabolite. It is a dicarboxylic fatty acid and an alpha, omega-dicarboxylic acid. It is a sebacate(2-) and sebacate conjugate acid. It comes from a decane hydride.
C10H18O4
Production of lubricants, Production of plasticizers, Used as plant and human metabolite
1,8-Octane Dicarboxylic acid, 1,10-Decanedioic acid
Arkema Group, Hokoku Co., Ltd., Shipra Agrichem Pvt Ltd (SAPL), BASF SE
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The main fatty acid found in castor beans is produced through a procedure that involves extracting ricinoleic acid from sodium hydroxide and alkaline solutions. Approximately 87% of castor oil contains ricinoleic acid. Following caustic digestion, the ricinoleic acid is broken down to produce capryl alcohol and sebacic acid. Sebacic acid is often produced with a lesser yield, hence purification techniques are employed to get higher yields of purity.
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