Para Phenylene Diamine (PPD) Prices Index: Trend, Chart, News, Graph, Demand, Forecast
The Para-Phenylenediamine (PPD) market experienced significant fluctuations in Q1 2025, with prices influenced by shifting demand trends, trade uncertainties, and macroeconomic factors across major regions, including North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific (APAC). PPD, a critical intermediate used in the production of polymers, dyes, and rubber chemicals, saw volatile price movements as industries faced oscillating downstream demand, supply chain adjustments, and fluctuating import costs. In North America, the PPD market opened the quarter on a bearish note in January, driven by subdued demand from key sectors such as automotive and polymers. Persistent economic concerns and trade-related pressures limited buying activity, as most buyers adopted a wait-and-watch approach, focusing only on essential procurement due to adequate inventory levels. Lower import costs further weighed on sentiment, reinforcing the cautious stance of market participants. However, February mark...