Global:
According to Price-Watchâ„¢, in Q1 2025 the Standard Caprolactam Ammonium Sulphate market on an FOB Qingdao basis, witnessed a firm upward trajectory, with prices rising by 7% from the previous quarter.
The increase was supported by improved agricultural demand ahead of spring fertilizer application season, encouraging active restocking among distributors and traders. Consumption from key crop-growing regions strengthened, contributing to tighter spot availability during the quarter.
On the supply side, production levels at caprolactam-integrated facilities remained stable, while synthetic route output based on ammonia and sulphuric acid also ensured consistent supply.
Ammonium Sulphate is primarily derived as a by-product of caprolactam manufacturing, with ammonia and sulphuric acid serving as essential feedstocks influencing cost structures.
Feedstock prices showed moderate firmness, providing upstream cost support to producers. Export inquiries improved gradually, reinforcing positive market sentiment and maintaining balanced supply-demand fundamentals throughout the quarter.
India:
According to Price-Watchâ„¢, in Q1 2025 the Standard Caprolactam Ammonium Sulphate market on Ex-West India basis, witnessed a mildly firm upward trend, with prices increasing by 3% from the previous quarter.
The market experienced improved trading activity as fertilizer distributors and agrochemical blenders gradually enhanced procurement following earlier inventory adjustments. Demand from key agricultural segments remained steady, supporting stable consumption across major crop-growing regions.
On the supply side, domestic production from caprolactam-integrated facilities and ammonia-sulphuric acid-based units operated at balanced rates, ensuring adequate product availability in the western region.
Ammonium Sulphate is primarily derived as a by-product of caprolactam manufacturing, with ammonia and sulphuric acid serving as essential feedstocks influencing cost structures. Feedstock prices remained largely stable during the quarter, providing limited cost pressure while supporting a relatively balanced pricing environment.
Sellers maintained disciplined supply strategies to align output with downstream requirements. Overall, the market reflected stable supply-demand dynamics and cautious optimism.
Global:
According to Price-Watchâ„¢, in Q2 2025 the Standard Caprolactam Ammonium Sulphate market on an FOB Qingdao basis, witnessed a strong upward trend, reflecting a 10% increase from the previous quarter.
The market experienced improved trading activity supported by firmer agricultural demand and active distributor restocking ahead of seasonal fertilizer applications.
Downstream consumption from crop cultivation segments strengthened, helping absorb available inventories and support price momentum.
On the supply side, production levels remained steady, particularly from caprolactam-integrated plants, ensuring consistent product availability in the domestic and export markets.
Ammonium Sulphate is derived as a by-product of caprolactam manufacturing and through the reaction of ammonia with sulphuric acid, making ammonia and sulphuric acid key feedstocks influencing cost structures.
During the quarter, feedstock prices showed moderate firmness, providing upstream cost support. Export inquiries improved gradually, contributing to healthier market sentiment and balanced supply-demand dynamics overall.
India:
According to Price-Watchâ„¢, in Q2 2025 the Standard Caprolactam Ammonium Sulphate market on Ex-West India basis, witnessed a moderately firm trend, with prices increasing by 3% from the previous quarter.
The market observed improved procurement activity as fertilizer distributors and agrochemical blenders replenished inventories ahead of key sowing cycles. Demand from the agricultural sector remained steady, supporting consistent consumption across major crop-growing regions.
On the supply side, domestic production from caprolactam-integrated units and synthetic ammonia-based plants operated at stable rates, ensuring adequate product availability in the region.
Ammonium Sulphate is primarily produced as a by-product of caprolactam manufacturing and through the reaction of ammonia with sulphuric acid, making ammonia and sulphuric acid critical feedstocks influencing pricing structures.
Feedstock costs remained relatively stable, offering balanced cost support to producers. Sellers maintained disciplined supply strategies, aligning output with downstream requirements and sustaining healthy supply-demand fundamentals during the quarter.
In Q3 2025, the Ammonium Sulphate market recorded a notable 4% increase compared to the previous quarter, supported by firm agricultural demand and improved procurement activity across key consuming regions.
Seasonal fertilizer applications and restocking by distributors strengthened consumption levels, leading to tighter spot availability in certain markets. Buyers demonstrated relatively stronger purchasing interest, particularly amid expectations of stable crop planting trends.
On the supply side, production remained steady, though some manufacturers adjusted operating rates to manage inventories and respond to rising demand.
Ammonium Sulphate is primarily produced through the reaction of ammonia with sulphuric acid and as a by-product of caprolactam production, making ammonia and sulphuric acid crucial feedstocks influencing overall cost structures.
During the quarter, feedstock prices showed moderate firmness, offering upstream cost support to producers. Export demand improved modestly, further supporting price gains. Overall market sentiment remained firm, underpinned by balanced supply conditions and healthy consumption patterns.
India: Ammonium Sulphate Domestic prices Ex-West, India; Grade – Standard Caprolactam Ex-West India
In India, the Ammonium Sulphate prices in India in Q3 2025 witnessed a slight softening trend reflecting a 2% decline compared to the previous quarter. Demand from the agricultural sector remained moderate, as buyers adopted cautious procurement strategies despite ongoing seasonal fertilizer applications.
Consumption levels were steady but not strong enough to create supply tightness, keeping overall market activity balanced. On the supply side, domestic production operated at stable rates, while imports supplemented availability to meet regional requirements.
Manufacturers managed output carefully to avoid excess inventory accumulation amid measured buying interest. Ammonium Sulphate is produced through the reaction of ammonia with sulphuric acid and as a by-product of caprolactam manufacturing, making ammonia and sulphuric acid primary feedstocks influencing cost trends.
Feedstock prices remained relatively stable during the quarter, limiting significant cost pressure. In September 2025, Ammonium Sulphate prices in India declined by approximately 1% due to subdued spot demand and sufficient inventories. Overall, market sentiment remained stable.
China: Ammonium Sulphate Export prices Qingdao, China; Grade- Standard Caprolactam
In China, the Ammonium Sulphate price trend in Q3 2025 witnessed a firm trend reflecting a 4% increase compared to the previous quarter. Demand from the agricultural sector strengthened amid active seasonal fertilizer applications and improved procurement from distributors.
Consumption levels rose steadily, supported by stable crop planting activities and balanced inventory replenishment. On the supply side, domestic production remained consistent, with manufacturers maintaining controlled operating rates to align output with downstream demand.
Ammonium Sulphate is primarily produced through the reaction of ammonia with sulphuric acid and as a by-product of caprolactam manufacturing, making ammonia and sulphuric acid key feedstocks influencing overall cost dynamics.
Feedstock prices showed moderate stability, providing measured cost support during most of the quarter. In September 2025, Ammonium Sulphate prices in China declined by approximately 11% due to temporary oversupply and weakened export inquiries. Overall, market sentiment remained cautiously firm despite late-quarter corrections.
Belgium: Ammonium Sulphate Export prices Antwerp, Belgium; Grade- Granular Caprolactam
In Belgium, the Ammonium Sulphate price trend in Q3 2025 demonstrated a firm upward trend reflecting a 4% increase compared to the previous quarter. Buying momentum strengthened as fertilizer distributors and blenders increased procurement volumes ahead of autumn application cycles.
Demand remained healthy across agricultural sectors, supporting consistent consumption and preventing excess inventory accumulation. On the supply side, domestic production operated at steady rates, while import flows complemented regional availability to meet downstream requirements.
Producers maintained disciplined operating schedules to align output with consumption trends and sustain balanced stock levels. Ammonium Sulphate is manufactured through the reaction of ammonia with sulphuric acid and as a by-product of caprolactam production, making ammonia and sulphuric acid critical feedstocks influencing pricing dynamics.
Feedstock costs showed mild firmness, offering moderate support to finished product values. In September 2025, Ammonium Sulphate prices in Belgium remained stable due to balanced demand and steady feedstock conditions.
USA: Ammonium Sulphate Export prices US Mid-West, USA; Grade- Granular Caprolactam
In the USA, the Ammonium Sulphate price trend in Q3 2025 experienced a sharp downturn reflecting a significant 15% decline compared to the previous quarter. The correction was driven by subdued agricultural demand and cautious procurement from distributors amid comfortable inventory levels.
Consumption patterns softened as seasonal fertilizer applications progressed at a slower pace than anticipated. On the supply side, domestic production remained steady, while ample imports ensured sufficient product availability, creating oversupply pressure in spot markets.
Producers maintained moderate operating rates but faced margin constraints due to weaker downstream offtake. Ammonium Sulphate is produced through the reaction of ammonia with sulphuric acid and as a by-product of caprolactam manufacturing, making ammonia and sulphuric acid key feedstocks influencing cost structures.
Feedstock prices remained relatively stable, offering limited pricing support. In September 2025, Ammonium Sulphate prices in the USA declined by approximately 1% due to weak spot demand and ample inventories. Overall, sentiment remained bearish.
Indonesia: Ammonium Sulphate Imported prices Tanjung Priok, Indonesia from China; Grade- Standard Caprolactam
In Indonesia, the Ammonium Sulphate price trend in Q3 2025 demonstrated a firm upward trend reflecting a 4% increase compared to the previous quarter. Demand strengthened across plantation and food crop segments, supported by active fertilizer application cycles and improved distributor procurement.
Consumption remained healthy, allowing the market to absorb available supply without significant inventory accumulation. On the supply side, domestic production operated at stable rates, while imports supplemented regional availability to meet growing requirements.
Producers maintained disciplined operating schedules to align output with downstream demand and sustain balanced stock levels. Ammonium Sulphate is produced through the reaction of ammonia with sulphuric acid and as a by-product of caprolactam manufacturing, making ammonia and sulphuric acid essential feedstocks influencing cost dynamics.
Feedstock prices showed moderate firmness during the quarter. In September 2025, Ammonium Sulphate prices in Indonesia increased by approximately 11% due to strong seasonal demand and tighter spot availability. Overall, sentiment remained positive.
Brazil: Ammonium Sulphate Imported prices Santos, Brazil from China; Grade- Standard Caprolactam
In Brazil, the Ammonium Sulphate price trend in Q3 2025 recorded a firm quarterly performance reflecting a 4% increase compared to the previous quarter. Demand from the agricultural sector improved, supported by active fertilizer procurement for soybean and corn cultivation.
Consumption trends remained healthy, allowing distributors to gradually rebuild inventories without creating excess stock pressure. On the supply side, domestic production operated at stable levels, while consistent import arrivals ensured adequate product availability across key regions.
Producers maintained balanced operating rates to align output with downstream requirements and manage inventory flows efficiently. Ammonium Sulphate is manufactured through the reaction of ammonia with sulphuric acid and as a by-product of caprolactam production, making ammonia and sulphuric acid primary feedstocks shaping cost movements.
Feedstock prices remained relatively steady during most of the quarter. In September 2025, Ammonium Sulphate prices in Brazil declined by approximately 10% due to improved supply availability and easing export demand. Overall sentiment remained cautiously firm.
In Q4 2025, the ammonium sulphate price trend showed a minor decrease of 1% from the previous quarter due to balanced-to-soft fundamental market conditions. The amount of ammonium sulphate used by consumers in agriculture continued to be consistent, albeit largely by need-based consumption as the normal seasonality for application took place in key consumption areas.
Limited upward movement in consumption has been due to stable planting activities but limited procurement and lots of existing inventory. The supply-side saw stable production levels where manufacturers operated at moderate rates to limit the risk of excess inventory builds.
There are two primary sources of ammonium sulphate production; ammonium sulphate produced when ammonia reacts with sulphuric acid and ammonium sulphate produced as by-product from the production of caprolactam. The prices of both feedstock ammonia and sulphuric acid saw limited volatility meaning that producers can expect stable cost to produce.
There has been limited export activity because of competitive offers from around the world and sufficient supply. Overall, the market saw sufficient supply, stable production, and controlled consumption which resulted in only a marginal correction in price during the reporting quarter.
India: Ammonium Sulphate Domestic prices Ex-West, India; Grade – Standard Caprolactam Ex-West India
The Ammonium Sulphate price trend in India through Q4 2025 reflected a moderate softening, with prices declining 2% quarter-on-quarter amid comfortable supply levels and largely need-based procurement. Fertilizer sector demand remained steady but cautious, as buyers maintained adequate inventories and avoided aggressive restocking.
Seasonal consumption patterns held stable without meaningful volume uplift. Production facilities operated at balanced rates, while feedstock ammonia and sulphuric acid costs remained relatively stable, offering limited price support.
In December 2025, Ammonium Sulphate prices in India eased a further 1%, as cautious restocking behaviour and competitive export availability reinforced the quarter’s prevailing soft-to-balanced market sentiment.
China: Ammonium Sulphate Export prices Qingdao, China; Grade- Standard Caprolactam
The ammonium sulphate price trend in China during Q4 2025 shows slight correction with prices down 1% quarter on quarter because agricultural continued to develop without overly aggressive restocking behavior from buyers. Buyers have been very cautious to procure as inventory positions have been generally comfortable; therefore, consumption patterns have been stable, but not overly aggressive.
Manufacturers have been producing at controlled levels to keep production in line with downstream needs in order to avoid large amounts of stockpiling. Both feedstock ammonia and sulphur prices experienced very little volatility thus creating little price support for producers.
As of December 2025 ammonium sulphate prices in China had increased slightly by 1%, driven by improved seasonal demand and shorter-term restocking activities and closed out the quarter in a stable and balanced manner.
Belgium: Ammonium Sulphate Export prices Antwerp, Belgium; Grade- Granular Caprolactam
The Ammonium Sulphate price trend in Belgium through Q4 2025 reflected a firm upward movement, with prices rising 2% quarter-on-quarter supported by steady agricultural demand and improved procurement activity ahead of seasonal applications. Fertilizer blenders and distributors drove consistent inventory replenishment, sustaining healthy consumption levels through the quarter.
Producers maintained moderate operating rates, keeping supply balanced with downstream requirements. Feedstock ammonia and sulphuric acid prices held relatively stable, providing consistent cost support. Intra-European export activity remained steady amid controlled supply conditions.
In December 2025, Ammonium Sulphate prices in Belgium held stable, underpinned by balanced demand and steady feedstock costs, closing the quarter on a firm yet measured note.
USA: Ammonium Sulphate Export prices US Mid-West, USA; Grade- Granular Caprolactam
The Ammonium Sulphate price trend in USA through Q4 2025 reflected a moderate softening, with prices declining 2% quarter-on-quarter as distributors and agricultural retailers adopted cautious procurement strategies amid comfortable inventory levels.
Consumption remained steady but largely need-based, supported by routine fertilizer applications across key farming regions. Manufacturers maintained balanced operating rates, while feedstock ammonia and sulphuric acid prices showed limited volatility, offering minimal upward cost pressure.
Export demand stayed measured amid competitive global availability. In December 2025, Ammonium Sulphate prices in USA firmed marginally by 1%, supported by short-term restocking activity and improved domestic inquiries, closing the quarter on a stable note.
Indonesia: Ammonium Sulphate Imported prices Tanjung Priok, Indonesia from China; Grade- Standard Caprolactam
The Ammonium Sulphate price trend in Indonesia through Q4 2025 remained largely flat, with prices holding steady quarter-on-quarter as agricultural demand progressed at a routine pace. Plantation crops and food grain sectors sustained consistent fertilizer consumption, while distributors maintained cautious yet balanced procurement strategies.
Domestic production and import volumes adequately met prevailing consumption requirements, with producers operating at moderate rates to prevent excess inventory accumulation. Feedstock ammonia and sulphuric acid prices remained stable, offering limited cost pressure.
In December 2025, Ammonium Sulphate prices in Indonesia declined 3%, as weak export demand and year-end inventory adjustments weighed on closing market sentiment.
Brazil: Ammonium Sulphate Imported prices Santos, Brazil from China; Grade- Standard Caprolactam
In Q4 2025, the price trend of ammonium sulphate prices in Brazil showed stability, with prices remaining unchanged at all times quarter-on-quarter; stable agricultural activity continued across crops of soybeans, corn, and sugarcane throughout the entire quarter.
Distributors followed structured procuring cycles, maintaining sufficient amounts of inventory without over stocking. A combination of domestic production products and continuous amounts of import products have been important for each respective area of the country to provide enough availability of ammonium sulphate products.
Ammonium Sulphate manufacturers ran a schedule of moderate production rates to avoid large amounts of excess salt build up. The feedstocks ammonia and sulfuric acid also maintained stable prices during the entire quarter. Therefore, pricing throughout the quarter for ammonium sulphate products was also stable, resulting in a lack of large price fluctuations.
In the month of December (2025), the price of ammonium sulphate in Brazil firmed by 3% with additional demand due to seasonality and a return of near-term restocking activity at the end of the quarter.
