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North America In Q2 2024, the North American  Acrylic Acid  market experienced a consistent price decline due to a mix of factors that exerted bearish pressure. Although upstream markets saw rising crude oil and propylene prices, which typically drive up production costs, the overall market sentiment was influenced by high inventory levels and weak demand from key downstream sectors such as Coating and Construction. This surplus of supply, combined with reduced consumption, resulted in a notable softening of prices across the region. In the USA, where the most significant price shifts occurred, the trend reflected a negative pricing environment. Seasonal fluctuations were overshadowed by persistent oversupply and weak demand, aggravated by high inflation. Prices declined by 2% compared to the same quarter last year, marking a more pronounced bearish market compared to the relatively stable previous quarter, which saw no change. A comparison of the first and second halves of th...

  Acrylic Acid Prices   a vital compound in the chemical industry, has seen significant fluctuations in its pricing over recent years, influenced by a variety of market dynamics. As a key raw material used in the production of superabsorbent polymers, coatings, adhesives, and other industrial products, the price of acrylic acid directly impacts numerous sectors. This compound's pricing is primarily driven by supply and demand factors, production costs, and global economic conditions. The production of acrylic acid is largely dominated by major chemical manufacturers, with plants located in strategic regions around the world. The primary method of production involves the oxidation of propylene, a process that is sensitive to changes in raw material costs. Propylene, derived from petroleum, makes the price of acrylic acid closely tied to the fluctuations in crude oil prices. When oil prices rise, the cost of propylene increases, leading to higher acrylic acid prices. Conversely,...