Caustic Soda Pearls - China CAS: 1310-73-2

The transfer of LyondellBasell's European assets to Velogy has introduced fresh uncertainty for buyers of adhesive raw materials. Procurement teams sourcing European EVA, VAM and acrylic acid should closely monitor production plans at the French and German cracker sites.
13 July 2026 Tradeasia Team

China’s early 2025 export curbs are reshaping global fertilizer flows into 2026, forcing shippers to rethink routes, sourcing and inventory. The ripple effects touch every corner of the supply chain, from African farms to European ports.
17 July 2026 Tradeasia Team

The recent persistence of DAP price strength underscores a tightening phosphate supply chain, heightened global fertilizer demand, and growing procurement risks for agriculture stakeholders. As phosphate trade remains constrained, buyers must reassess sourcing strategies amid volatile market conditions.
22 July 2026 Tradeasia Team

Japan’s steam cracker recovery and improved feedstock conditions are creating a potential margin recovery window for Asian petrochemical producers. This analysis examines naphtha supply, cracker economics and procurement implications for Q3 2026.
24 June 2026 Tradeasia Team

US polyethylene continues to benefit from a structural ethane feedstock advantage, but delivered cost tells a more complex story. This analysis examines freight, regional supply shifts and sourcing strategies that procurement teams should evaluate before placing Q3 and Q4 purchase orders.
02 July 2026 Tradeasia Team

Capacity reductions by Solvay in Europe and Searles Valley Minerals in California highlight structural changes in the global soda ash market. Procurement teams should understand how supply rationalization could influence pricing, investment and long-term sourcing strategies.
17 July 2026 Tradeasia Team
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