Triethanolamine Prices: Market Analysis, Trend, Graph, News and Forecast
N orth America Triethanolamine (TEA) prices in the U.S. experienced a gradual decline, largely driven by softening demand and reduced production costs. A 1.1% price drop was observed in early November, primarily due to falling feedstock Ethylene Oxide prices and lower upstream crude oil values. The downturn was further supported by stagnant production costs, sluggish demand from the construction sector, and moderate restocking activity. Supply chain uncertainties—such as port congestion along the East and Gulf Coasts and the looming threat of tariff increases—added complexity to logistics but had minimal immediate impact on prices. Weaker demand stemmed largely from the construction sector, where ongoing material shortages and labor constraints led to delayed projects. While public infrastructure spending offered some support, a lackluster housing market and cautious procurement strategies amid political uncertainty limited broader consumption. Industrial activity also slowed, in...