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Acrylonitrile styrene acrylate prices in Germany, the highest-cost reporting region, rose 6.0% in H1 2026, recovering from USD 3.00/KG in Q1 to USD 3.18/KG by Q2 as firmer styrene and acrylonitrile feedstock costs and recovering automotive and construction sector demand drove the rebound from the H2 2025 softening. Globally, the average rose from USD 2.318/KG in Q1 to USD 2.476/KG in Q2, a 6.8% gain. For H2 2026, a global average of USD 2.48-2.74/KG is expected, with continued firming on Middle East supply disruptions and growing automotive exterior and building profile sector demand.
Acrylonitrile styrene acrylate is a terpolymer engineering thermoplastic produced by graft copolymerisation of an acrylic ester rubber substrate with a rigid styrene-acrylonitrile shell, combining the chemical resistance and dimensional stability of SAN with excellent UV and weathering resistance from the acrylic rubber phase. The largest pull comes from automotive exterior component manufacturing, where superior outdoor durability makes it the preferred material for mirror housings, grilles, and trim requiring long-term colour and gloss retention. Additional demand comes from building and construction profile extrusion, outdoor electrical housing production, garden and outdoor furniture manufacturing, and sports equipment. Styrene, acrylonitrile, and acrylic ester monomer feedstock costs, automotive and construction sector demand, and regional production capacity all feed into the price.
The balance of supply and demand for acrylonitrile styrene acrylate through H2 2026 leans cautiously firm. Styrene and acrylonitrile feedstock costs firmed from Middle East supply disruptions affecting petrochemical supply chains. Automotive exterior and construction profile sector demand is recovering with improving vehicle production and building activity.
The main upside risk is a sustained styrene and acrylonitrile cost increase alongside a broad automotive and construction sector recovery. The main downside risk is continued Chinese ASA production capacity additions and weak European construction demand limiting the global price recovery.
| Region | 2026 Price Range (USD/KG) | Outlook |
| Global Average | 2.48 - 2.74 | Feedstock firming and automotive demand support tone |
| United States | 2.64 - 2.90 | Steady automotive exterior and building demand holds firm |
| China | 1.92 - 2.18 | Large production capacity keeps it the most affordable |
| Germany | 3.18 - 3.44 | High feedstock and energy costs keep it the most expensive |
| India | 2.44 - 2.70 | Growing automotive and outdoor demand holds a firm middle |
US acrylonitrile styrene acrylate prices averaged USD 2.63/KG in Q2 2026, up 6.0% from USD 2.48/KG in Q1 2026. Firmer styrene and acrylonitrile feedstock costs from Middle East petrochemical supply disruptions elevated production economics. Spring automotive exterior and building profile procurement maintained consistent buying.
Why did the price of Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate change in Q2 2026 in the United States?
Firmer styrene and acrylonitrile feedstock costs raised the polymer production cost floor. Spring automotive exterior mirror housing and grille procurement lifted buying from compounders. Building profile and outdoor electrical housing demand provided additional consistent buying support.
Chinese acrylonitrile styrene acrylate prices averaged USD 2.02/KG in Q2 2026, up 6.3% from USD 1.90/KG in Q1 2026, the lowest among the tracked markets. Spring automotive and construction restocking lifted procurement. Firmer domestic styrene and acrylonitrile costs raised the production floor despite large domestic capacity.
Why did the price of Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate change in Q2 2026 in China?
Spring automotive exterior and construction profile restocking lifted procurement from domestic compounders. Firmer domestic styrene and acrylonitrile feedstock costs raised the production cost floor. Large domestic capacity kept China the most affordable source.
German acrylonitrile styrene acrylate prices averaged USD 3.18/KG in Q2 2026, up 6.0% from USD 3.00/KG in Q1 2026, the highest among the tracked markets. Higher styrene, acrylonitrile, and energy costs elevated European production expenses. Recovering automotive exterior and building profile demand maintained consistent buying.
Why did the price of Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate change in Q2 2026 in Germany?
Higher styrene, acrylonitrile, and energy costs elevated European production expenses. Middle East supply disruptions added import cost premiums to petrochemical feedstock. Recovering automotive exterior and building construction profile demand maintained consistent procurement.
Indian acrylonitrile styrene acrylate prices averaged USD 2.51/KG in Q2 2026, up 5.9% from USD 2.37/KG in Q1 2026. Growing automotive exterior and outdoor furniture demand supported buying. Firmer import-linked styrene and acrylonitrile costs raised the production floor through the quarter.
Why did the price of Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate change in Q2 2026 in India?
Growing automotive exterior and outdoor furniture manufacturing demand lifted procurement from domestic compounders. Firmer import-linked styrene and acrylonitrile feedstock costs raised the production floor. Middle East freight premiums elevated the landed cost of imported feedstock.
US acrylonitrile styrene acrylate prices averaged USD 2.48/KG in Q1 2026, recovering from the H2 2025 softening. Firmer styrene feedstock costs and recovering automotive demand held the production floor near USD 2.48/KG.
Why did the price of Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate change in Q1 2026 in the United States?
Firmer styrene and acrylonitrile feedstock costs from Middle East disruptions raised the production floor. Recovering automotive exterior and building profile procurement maintained buying. The market recovered to USD 2.48/KG from the Q4 2025 low.
Chinese prices averaged USD 1.90/KG in Q1 2026, recovering on the quarter. Post-Lunar New Year automotive and construction restocking and firmer feedstock costs held the market near USD 1.90/KG.
Why did the price of Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate change in Q1 2026 in China?
Post-Lunar New Year automotive exterior and construction restocking lifted buying. Firmer domestic styrene and acrylonitrile costs raised the production floor. The market recovered to USD 1.90/KG from the Q4 2025 level.
German prices averaged USD 3.00/KG in Q1 2026, recovering from the H2 2025 softening. Recovering automotive, construction, and outdoor enclosure demand and firmer feedstock costs held the market near USD 3.00/KG.
Why did the price of Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate change in Q1 2026 in Germany?
Recovering automotive exterior and building profile demand lifted procurement. Firmer styrene, acrylonitrile, and energy costs raised the production floor. The market recovered to USD 3.00/KG from the Q4 2025 low.
Indian prices averaged USD 2.37/KG in Q1 2026, recovering on the quarter. Recovering automotive and outdoor demand and firmer feedstock costs supported the market near USD 2.37/KG.
Why did the price of Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate change in Q1 2026 in India?
Recovering automotive exterior and outdoor furniture demand maintained buying. Firmer import-linked styrene and acrylonitrile costs raised the production floor. The market recovered to USD 2.37/KG from the Q4 2025 low.
Global acrylonitrile styrene acrylate prices declined through H2 2025 before recovering firmly through Q1 and Q2 2026. The average eased from USD 2.275/KG in Q2 2025 to USD 2.252/KG in Q3 and USD 2.229/KG in Q4, then recovered to USD 2.318/KG in Q1 2026 and USD 2.476/KG in Q2 2026, a net gain of about 8.8% over the window. Styrene and acrylonitrile feedstock cycles and automotive sector demand drove the H2 2025 softening and H1 2026 recovery.
| Quarter | Price (USD/KG) | QoQ Change | Direction |
| Q2 2026 | 2.476 | +6.8% | ↑ Rising |
| Q1 2026 | 2.318 | +4.0% | ↑ Rising |
| Q4 2025 | 2.229 | -1.0% | ↓ Falling |
| Q3 2025 | 2.252 | -1.0% | ↓ Falling |
| Q2 2025 | 2.275 | - | - Stable |
| Q3 2026 | In Progress | - | - In Progress |
Acrylonitrile styrene acrylate prices showed a broadly declining trend through 2025. The global average opened at USD 2.275/KG in Q1 2025 and closed near USD 2.252/KG in Q4, a marginal full-year decline of about 1.0%. Soft European automotive and construction demand and lower styrene feedstock costs weighed on the market through H2 2025 before the H1 2026 recovery.
US prices fell from about USD 2.35/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 2.30/KG by Q4, a decline of 2.1%. Soft automotive and construction demand and lower styrene costs weighed on the market through the year.
Chinese prices firmed from roughly USD 1.72/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 1.78/KG by Q4, a gain of 3.5%. Growing domestic automotive and outdoor construction demand drove the firming. China held the lowest price level throughout the year.
German prices fell from about USD 2.85/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 2.78/KG by Q4, a decline of 2.5%. Soft European automotive and construction demand and lower styrene costs weighed on the market throughout the year.
Indian prices firmed from roughly USD 2.18/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 2.22/KG by Q4, a gain of 1.8%. Growing automotive exterior and outdoor furniture demand drove the consistent firming through the year.
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Automotive exterior component manufacturing for mirror housings, grilles, and trim requiring UV stability takes the largest share. Building and construction profile extrusion, outdoor electrical housing production, garden and outdoor furniture, and sports equipment applications also consume significant volumes.
The Q2 2026 average was USD 2.63/KG in the United States, USD 2.02/KG in China, USD 3.18/KG in Germany, and USD 2.51/KG in India. Germany remains the highest-priced market.
The global average rose from USD 2.318/KG in Q1 to about USD 2.476/KG in Q2, a gain of around 6.8%. Firmer styrene feedstock costs and recovering automotive demand drove the H1 firming following the H2 2025 softening period.
Crude oil and styrene benchmark softness reduced the production cost floor. Weak European automotive and construction demand reduced procurement urgency. Adequate supply from domestic and Asian producers maintained comfortable availability through H2 2025.
The global average is expected in the USD 2.48 to 2.74/KG range for H2 2026, with recovery on firmer styrene and acrylonitrile feedstock costs and improving automotive and construction sector demand.
Germany sits highest on feedstock and energy costs, the United States and India hold a firm middle on automotive and construction demand, and China prices lowest on large domestic production capacity.
This report is updated monthly. For real-time pricing intelligence, contact the Expert Market Research team directly.
Prices respond mainly to styrene, acrylonitrile, and acrylic ester monomer feedstock costs, automotive production season cycles, and construction sector activity. Middle East propylene and benzene supply events are key signals.
Asia Pacific leads with China holding the largest production capacity, followed by North America and Europe. Any styrene or acrylonitrile cost shift ripples across markets within one to two quarters.
Buyers can use quarterly trends and forecasts to time automotive and building profile contracts, build cover when styrene signals tightening, and monitor Middle East petrochemical supply as the primary upstream signal.
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