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IndonesiaCarrying over to the first quarter of 2025, FOB Busan (Industrial Grade (50%)), Hydrogen Peroxide prices appreciated significantly to $375/MT, which is 4.65% rise from Q4 2024. Higher industrial usage, especially from semiconductor and chemical processing industries, which use Hydrogen Peroxide extensively, primarily fuelled the price recovery. Improved export demand and more stringent supply conditions in a few areas also helped fuel the rally. Although the production levels stayed flat, the seasonal fluctuations in demand and constant supply chain corrections were instrumental in maintaining the market firm, which created a bullish tone for the months ahead.
In the last quarter of 2024, FOB Busan (Industrial Grade (50%)), Hydrogen Peroxide prices eased slightly to $358/MT, a decline of 0.74% from Q3. Price stabilization was driven by enhanced market supply as producers levelled down their output capacities to cope with previous spikes in demand. Furthermore, slower global trade flows, coupled with improved inventory control by major consumers, helped even out supply and demand, checking extreme price volatilities. However, consistent demand from the electronics and healthcare sectors helped sustain market stability, preventing further declines.
During Q3 2024, a small upward trend was experienced by Hydrogen Peroxide market, with FOB Busan (Industrial Grade (50%)) prices increasing to $361/MT, a 1.31% rise from Q2. Consistent demand from the pulp & paper and textile sectors, which are major consumers of Hydrogen Peroxide for bleaching and disinfection was the primary reason for the price increase. In addition, an increase in industrial production throughout Asia, combined with supply chain bottlenecks like shipping congestion and increasing freight rates, helped support supply chain constraints, further propelling prices. Even with stable production levels, demand from major end-user markets-maintained market conditions tight during this time.
Entering the second quarter of 2024, Hydrogen Peroxide prices in FOB Busan (Industrial Grade (50%)) fell to $356/MT, a decline of another 6.23% from Q1. The ongoing price decline can be attributed to numerous reasons such as continued surplus supply in the market and decreased production levels in some segments. The absence of any meaningful recovery in demand, especially in industrial usage, exacerbates the scenario further. In India and Thailand, the market was relatively stable, but generally, the FOB Busan bearish trend dominated regional stability, impacting pricing dynamics across the APAC region.
During Q1 2024, the world Hydrogen Peroxide market witnessed a downward momentum, especially in FOB Busan (Industrial Grade (50%)), where the price was at $380/MT. This went down by -2.73% from the last quarter. The decline was mainly due to decreased demand from major industries, such as pulp and paper, and cleaning agents, which are major buyers of Hydrogen Peroxide. In addition, increased Southeast Asian production capacity helped bring about the surfeit supply situation, further placing downward pressure on prices. Thailand and India, meanwhile, presented comparatively stable demand, but general APAC market conditions were biased towards bearish sentiments.
Ex-Vadodara (Industrial Grade (50%)) prices declined sharply to $302/MT during Q1 2025, lower by 5.92% compared to Q4 2024. This was mostly the result of the post-festival decline in consumption and having stock in abundance in the domestic market. With most of the stockpiling having been carried out during the festival months, downstream sectors like paper, textiles, and food packaging engaged in available inventory. Moreover, consistent production rates and subdued institutional buying in January and February lent support to overall bearish sentiments, maintaining prices at lower ranges even though input costs did not see any marked change.
During the last quarter of 2024 Hydrogen Peroxide, Ex-Vadodara (Industrial Grade (50%)) prices decreased to $321/MT, 1.83% lower than the previous quarter. This marginal fall in volumes arrived despite increased activity in the packaging and FMCG segments in the Navratri, Dussehra, and festival seasons of Diwali. Demand had marginally improved for products related to packaging and sterilization and packaging during this time but was matched by the fact of available surplus stocks and continuing stable levels of manufacturing in local units. Low export movement and stable raw material availability sustained the market and restrained any sharp price fluctuations.
Going into the third quarter of 2024, Hydrogen Peroxide, Ex-Vadodara (Industrial Grade (50%)) settled at $327/MT, down by 0.91% from Q2. The slight fall was due to persistent weak industrial offtake, particularly from Gujarat’s textile belts, as various bleaching plants ran lower levels of capacity on account of erratic rainfall during the monsoon. In addition, the pulp and paper sector witnessed reduced demand as mills scheduled maintenance shutdowns. Despite some spot purchases in preparation for local celebrations like Raksha Bandhan and Ganesh Chaturthi, overall sentiment was cautious, which kept prices from rising drastically.
Ex- Vadodara (Industrial Grade (50%)) prices stabilized further to $330/MT during Q2 2024, down 1.79% from Q1. The decreasing movement was helped by weak off-take in the paper processing and textile bleaching industries on account of pre-monsoon slowdown and scattered orders from international markets. Indigenous consumption was stable, and regardless of global shipping adjustments, pressure on imports didn’t have significant effects on Hydrogen Peroxide because of regionally sourced nature and relatively poor international dependence. Higher operating levels among local producers contributed to the high availability, further driving the soft price trend in Western India.
In Q1 2024, India’s Hydrogen Peroxide (Industrial Grade (50%)) market, i.e., in the Ex-Vadodara region, declined by a marginal rate, as average prices of $336/MT were seen, which was down from the previous quarter by 0.30%. This decline was mainly due to subdued demand for Hydrogen Peroxide from the textile and paper industries, who are major consumers of the chemical in India. In addition, seasonal slowdowns in industrial production following the end-of-year inventory clearances underpinned the stabilized prices. While feedstock prices and energy prices were stable, limited downstream offtake by industries such as pulp, packaging, and textiles put gentle pressure on local prices.
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Hydrogen Peroxide (H₂O₂) is a clear, colourless liquid. It is a powerful oxidizing agent known for its strong bleaching and disinfecting properties. Hydrogen Peroxide is produced through the Anthraquinone process, which involves the Hydrogenation and oxidation of Anthraquinone derivatives. Hydrogen Peroxide is a versatile and environmentally friendly chemical that plays a crucial role in various industries, contributing to hygiene, sanitation, and industrial processes.
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Ex-Location: This incoterm refers to a shipping agreement where the seller makes the goods available at their premises, and the buyer is responsible for all transportation costs, including shipping, insurance, and any other fees.
CIF: CIF refers to the Cost, Insurance, and Freight (CIF) terms for goods. Under CIF terms, the seller is responsible for the cost of goods, insurance, and freight charges until the goods reach the port of destination.
FD: FD stands for Free Delivered where the seller takes full responsibility for delivering goods to the location/port. This ensures the buyer receives the goods at the designated port with all necessary costs, except import duties, covered.
FOB: FOB refers to the Free On-Board shipping term, where the seller is responsible for the cost and risk of delivering the goods to the port. Once the goods are on board the vessel, the responsibility shifts to the buyer for all costs, including shipping and insurance.
| Characteristics | Unit | Specifications |
| Assay | % | 50% max |
| Stability | 0.30 max | |
| Acidity (as H2SO4) | ppm | 0.03 max |
| Iron (as Fe+++) | ppm | 1.00 max |
| Copper (as Cu) | ppm | 0.10 max |
| Arsenic (as As) | ppm | 2.00 max |
| Lead (as Pb) | ppm | 10.00 max |
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Hydrogen Peroxide (H₂O₂) is primarily used as a feedstock and intermediate in the production of various chemicals, including Sodium Chlorite, Peracetic Acid, Organic Peroxides, Bleaching Agents, Oxidising Agents.
Hydrogen Peroxide pricing is influenced by several key factors. The main drivers include raw material costs (such as Natural gas and Anthraquinone used in production), global demand fluctuations, supply chain disruptions, and energy costs. Additionally, geopolitical factors, environmental regulations, and regional market dynamics also affect pricing. Keeping an eye on these variables helps procurement heads make informed purchasing decisions.
Seasonal demand, especially from industries such as agriculture, paper & pulp, and healthcare, can lead to price fluctuations for Hydrogen Peroxide. For instance, during peak farming seasons or heightened disinfection needs (as seen during pandemics), prices may rise due to increased demand. Procurement heads should consider stocking inventory ahead of such periods to mitigate price volatility.
The global supply chain for Hydrogen Peroxide has been impacted by various factors such as transportation costs, labour shortages, and logistical delays, especially following the COVID-19 pandemic. Factory closures, freight rate hikes, and shipping bottlenecks can cause price surges due to limited supply. Monitoring supply chain stability and collaborating with reliable suppliers can help in securing better prices.
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