DOP (Dioctyl phthalate) Price Trend and Forecast: Top 10 Leading Trading Countries and Regions - Latest Edition [2026]

The EMR pricing report on DOP (Dioctyl phthalate) provides insights into the top 10 leading trading countries and regions.

In 2024, Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) prices generally trended downward due to weak demand from key sectors like construction and automotive, along with high inventories and lower feedstock costs. Seasonal slowdowns and cautious procurement added to the bearish market sentiment. Despite occasional supply disruptions, steady production and soft PVC demand kept overall prices under pressure.

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In Q1 2025, prices showed mixed trends across regions. North America and Asia saw continued price declines due to weak PVC demand, high inventories, and cautious market sentiment. In contrast, Europe experienced moderate price gains supported by improving PVC consumption, stable supply, and higher input costs. It is commonly utilized in plastics, rubber, and other products to enhance their flexibility and resistance. It is a major ingredient in PVC manufacturing and finds use in applications such as electrical wires, cables, and other PVC-related products.

DOP (Dioctyl phthalate) Price Forecast

In 2024, DOP prices mostly moved down, reaching their lowest levels in the first and last quarters of the year due to weak demand from PVC-related industries, lower costs of key raw materials like 2-ethylhexanol and phthalic anhydride, steady production, and rising stock levels. There were a few short-term price increases in Asia during the year, but the situation changed with an overall downward trend. Toward the end of 2024, the market remained weak because of too much unsold stock and low demand from end users. In early 2025, prices started to rise slightly, especially in Europe due to a small improvement in Polyvinyl Chloride demand (which is a widely used plastic material) and more stable raw material costs, showing early signs of recovery.

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Global Trade and Supply Chain Implications

International trade in Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) continues to be impacted by fluctuating prices of major raw materials such as isooctane and phthalic anhydride, which remained low during early 2025. This has maintained DOP prices subdued, particularly in Asia. But there is a glimmer of hope in the market—tariff ease between China and the U.S. has improved export sentiment to some extent. Nonetheless, demand from downstream buyers continues to be sluggish, and prices have not gained much. Production is steady and there have not been significant supply problems, but substantial inventory in warehouses is dampening trade activity.

On the supply chain side, too much leftover inventory and weak demand from PVC and plasticizer industries are keeping the market soft. Many traders are selling off stock at lower prices, which is putting pressure on global prices and shipments. Still, if raw material prices stay steady and industries like construction and automotive improve, DOP prices could start rising again. For now, companies need to stay flexible, watch feedstock prices and tariff updates, and plan purchases based on possible demand recovery.

Feedstock Analysis

The production of Dioctyl Phthalate (DOP) relies primarily on two key feedstocks: phthalic anhydride and 2‑ethylhexanol (2‑EH). In early 2025, declines in 2‑EH prices were driven by weak downstream demand and lower crude-linked costs which is a major factor behind the steep drop in DOP pricing during the initial period in Asia, with monthly decreases of around 5%. Meanwhile, phthalic anhydride costs remained relatively stable, offering minor cost support but not enough to offset overall feedstock softness. Consequently, manufacturers gained some relief from lower feedstock expenses, yet subdued end-user demand and high inventory levels limited any meaningful margin improvements.

Demand and Supply Outlook for DOP (Dioctyl phthalate)

Demand and supply scenario for DOP (Dioctyl Phthalate) in early 2025 was uncertain, influenced by shifting trends in dominant industries. DOP is predominantly utilized as a plasticizer to soften and tender PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) for goods such as wires, cables, flooring, and imitation leather. Demand from these markets has progressively been picking up, particularly in construction and electrical use, and is currently assisting in sustaining prices after a subdued 2024. On the supply front, raw material prices, 2-ethylhexanol and phthalic anhydride have begun to stabilize, easing pressure on producers. Yet, there remains excess inventory in warehouses from last year that continues to influence market balance. Overall, though the demand is slowly increasing, the market still grapples with high inventories levels and the recovery remains slow but steady.

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