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Asian Glacial Acrylic Acid: Stagnates on weak demand, upstream volatility  / Buying interest limited to as-needed basis  / Market recovery uncertain on upstream volatility

Asian Glacial Acrylic Acid: Stagnates on weak demand, upstream volatility / Buying interest limited to as-needed basis / Market recovery uncertain on upstream volatility

Jun 13, 2026

Asian glacial acrylic acid prices stagnate in the week ended Aug. 19, weighed by weak demand and market volatility. "Prices were stable as last week, but demand remained weak at the moment," a Chinese producer said. Buyers were heard staying on the sidelines, restocking only on an as-needed basis due to unfavorable market conditions, and awaiting clearer direction, according to sources. Looking ahead, sources said market recovery remained uncertain, as crude volatility could hurt market confidence. "It depends on the rebound of propylene, but WTI oil price could fall and potentially drop below $60/b," said the producer. glacial acrylic acid ex-works North and East China prices stable day over day and week over week at Yuan 6,450/mt on Aug. 19. On the upstream propylene side, the average run rate at...

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