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Propionaldehyde Prices, Demand and Supply Overview
2025
Base Year
2023-2025
Historical Period
2026-2027
Forecast Period
Market Overview
Propionaldehyde prices were mixed through 2025 and firmed gently into early 2026. In the United States the average rose from USD 1.68/KG in the first quarter to USD 1.74/KG by the fourth, a gain of about 3.6% on firmer feedstock costs, while China softened on weak industrial demand. Propionaldehyde, also called propanal, is a three-carbon aldehyde made mainly by the oxo process, reacting ethylene with carbon monoxide and hydrogen, and is valued as a reactive chemical intermediate. The largest pull comes from propionic acid used in animal-feed grain preservation, followed by n-propanol, trimethylolpropane, pharmaceutical intermediates, and flavour and fragrance compounds. Its price moves with a clear set of drivers. Ethylene and energy feedstock costs, regional supply and demand balances, and downstream chemical activity all feed into it. These forces left the market range-bound through 2025 before a firmer start to 2026.
Propionaldehyde Price Forecast for 2026
The balance of supply and demand for propionaldehyde through the rest of 2026 leans modestly firm. Producer cost floors have risen with firmer ethylene and energy values, lifted by the higher freight that followed the mid-year disruption around the Strait of Hormuz. Demand is steady from propionic acid, n-propanol, and pharmaceutical intermediates, though industrial buying in Asia remains uneven. The main upside risk is a tighter ethylene market that lifts feedstock costs further. The main downside risk is soft manufacturing demand in China and ample regional supply that keeps the market well balanced.
| Region | 2026 Price Range (USD/KG) | Outlook |
| Global Average | 1.66 - 1.80 | Firmer feedstock meets uneven downstream demand |
| United States | 1.72 - 1.88 | Shale-linked feedstock advantage supports a firm tone |
| China | 1.44 - 1.58 | Ample capacity and soft demand keep it the cheapest source |
| Germany | 1.98 - 2.14 | High energy and regulatory costs keep the region the most expensive |
| India | 1.62 - 1.76 | Steady pharmaceutical and agrochemical demand firms the market |
For the Quarter Ending March 2026
Propionaldehyde Prices Q1 2026:
- United States: USD 1.78/KG
- China: USD 1.50/KG
- Germany: USD 2.05/KG
- India: USD 1.68/KG
Propionaldehyde Prices in the United States
US propionaldehyde prices averaged USD 1.78/KG in Q1 2026, up 2.3% from USD 1.74/KG in Q4 2025. Firmer ethylene and energy costs lifted the floor, and steady demand from propionic acid and n-propanol makers met balanced supply. The shale-linked feedstock advantage kept domestic producers competitive while they passed the cost increase through to buyers.
Why did the price of Propionaldehyde change in Q1 2026 in the United States?
Firmer ethylene and energy costs raised the floor, while steady downstream demand met balanced supply. Both forces lifted quotes through the quarter.
Propionaldehyde Prices in China
Chinese propionaldehyde prices averaged USD 1.50/KG in Q1 2026, down 1.3% from USD 1.52/KG in Q4 2025, the only regional decline. Contracting manufacturing activity and soft industrial demand kept buying cautious, while ample local supply weighed on quotes. Competitive capacity kept the region the cheapest source among the tracked markets.
Why did the price of Propionaldehyde change in Q1 2026 in China?
Weak manufacturing demand met ample supply, pulling prices lower. Competitive capacity kept China the lowest-priced source among the regions.
Propionaldehyde Prices in Germany
German propionaldehyde prices averaged USD 2.05/KG in Q1 2026, up 2.5% from USD 2.00/KG in Q4 2025, the highest among the tracked regions. High energy and regulatory costs kept the price premium in place, and firmer ethylene values lifted the floor. Steady demand from pharmaceutical and specialty makers supported the gain through the quarter.
Why did the price of Propionaldehyde change in Q1 2026 in Germany?
Firmer ethylene values and high energy costs raised the floor, while steady specialty demand held. Both forces lifted prices to the top of the regional range.
Propionaldehyde Prices in India
Indian propionaldehyde prices averaged USD 1.68/KG in Q1 2026, up 1.8% from USD 1.65/KG in Q4 2025. Steady demand from pharmaceutical and agrochemical makers supported the market, and firmer import-linked feedstock costs lifted the floor. Higher freight after the mid-year shipping disruption added to landed costs, nudging quotes higher through the quarter.
Why did the price of Propionaldehyde change in Q1 2026 in India?
Steady pharmaceutical and agrochemical demand met firmer feedstock and freight costs, lifting prices. Both forces nudged quotes higher across the quarter.
For the Quarter Ending December 2025
Propionaldehyde Prices Q4 2025:
- United States: USD 1.74/KG
- China: USD 1.52/KG
- Germany: USD 2.00/KG
- India: USD 1.65/KG
Propionaldehyde Prices in the United States
US propionaldehyde prices averaged USD 1.74/KG in Q4 2025, firmer on the quarter. Strengthening ethylene prices and higher natural-gas costs raised production expenses, and producers nudged contract levels higher. Steady demand from propionic acid and n-propanol makers kept the market firm, lifting the average to USD 1.74/KG.
Why did the price of Propionaldehyde change in Q4 2025 in the United States?
Stronger ethylene and natural-gas costs raised production expenses, supporting prices. Steady downstream demand held the market firm near USD 1.74/KG.
Propionaldehyde Prices in China
Chinese propionaldehyde prices averaged USD 1.52/KG in Q4 2025, soft through the quarter. A contracting manufacturing index and weak industrial demand reduced offtake, while ample local supply kept the market long. Steady feedstock costs put a floor under quotes, holding the average near USD 1.52/KG into year-end.
Why did the price of Propionaldehyde change in Q4 2025 in China?
Weak manufacturing demand met ample supply, keeping prices soft. Steady feedstock costs held the market near USD 1.52/KG.
Propionaldehyde Prices in Germany
German propionaldehyde prices averaged USD 2.00/KG in Q4 2025, firmer on the quarter. High energy and regulatory costs kept the regional premium, and steady demand from pharmaceutical and specialty makers supported buying. Firmer ethylene values lifted the floor, holding the average near USD 2.00/KG into year-end.
Why did the price of Propionaldehyde change in Q4 2025 in Germany?
High energy costs and firmer ethylene values supported prices, while steady specialty demand held. The market stayed firm near USD 2.00/KG.
Propionaldehyde Prices in India
Indian propionaldehyde prices averaged USD 1.65/KG in Q4 2025, gently firmer on the quarter. Steady demand from pharmaceutical and agrochemical makers supported the market, and import-linked feedstock costs held the floor. Adequate supply kept the gain modest, leaving the average near USD 1.65/KG.
Why did the price of Propionaldehyde change in Q4 2025 in India?
Steady pharmaceutical and agrochemical demand met firm feedstock costs, supporting prices. Adequate supply held the average near USD 1.65/KG.
Quarterly Propionaldehyde Price Trends
Global propionaldehyde prices traced a shallow dip and recovery across the six-quarter window. The average eased from USD 1.66/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 1.64/KG by Q2 before firming to USD 1.68/KG in Q4 and reaching USD 1.72/KG by Q1 2026, a net gain of about 3.6%. Soft Asian manufacturing demand drove the mid-year weakness, while firmer ethylene and energy costs lifted the average into early 2026.
| Quarter | Price (USD/KG) | QoQ Change | Direction |
| Q1 2026 | 1.720 | +2.4% | ↑ Rising |
| Q4 2025 | 1.680 | +1.2% | ↑ Rising |
| Q3 2025 | 1.660 | +1.2% | ↑ Rising |
| Q2 2025 | 1.640 | -1.2% | ↓ Falling |
| Q1 2025 | 1.660 | - | - Stable |
| Q2 2026 | In Progress | - | - In Progress |
What was Propionaldehyde Price in 2025?
Propionaldehyde prices were mixed through 2025 with no clear trend across regions. The global average opened at USD 1.66/KG in Q1, dipped to USD 1.64/KG by Q2, and closed near USD 1.68/KG in Q4, a slight full-year gain of about 1.2%. Three forces shaped the year. Firmer ethylene and energy costs supported Western markets, soft manufacturing demand weighed on China, and steady pharmaceutical and agrochemical use underpinned consumption.
Propionaldehyde Prices in the United States in 2025
US prices rose from about USD 1.68/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 1.74/KG by Q4, a gain of 3.6%. Strengthening ethylene and natural-gas costs lifted production expenses through the year, and steady demand from propionic acid and n-propanol makers supported the climb. The shale-linked feedstock advantage kept US producers competitive at the firm middle of the range.
Propionaldehyde Prices in China in 2025
Chinese prices fell from roughly USD 1.58/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 1.52/KG by Q4, a decline of about 3.8%, the weakest in the dataset. A contracting manufacturing index and soft industrial demand kept buying cautious all year, while ample local capacity left supply long. Competitive capacity held the region as the lowest-cost source throughout.
Propionaldehyde Prices in Germany in 2025
German prices rose from about USD 1.94/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 2.00/KG by Q4, a gain of around 3.1%. High energy and regulatory costs kept the regional premium, and firmer ethylene values lifted the floor. Steady demand from pharmaceutical and specialty makers supported the climb, holding Germany at the top of the range.
Propionaldehyde Prices in India in 2025
Indian prices rose from roughly USD 1.60/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 1.65/KG by Q4, a gain of 3.1%. Steady demand from pharmaceutical and agrochemical makers supported the market, and firmer import-linked feedstock costs lifted the floor. Adequate supply kept the climb gradual through the year.
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Expert Market Research tracks propionaldehyde prices continuously across every major producing and consuming region, explaining not just that prices moved but precisely why. We trace causation through ethylene and energy economics, regional supply balances, and downstream demand in propionic acid, n-propanol, pharmaceutical intermediates, and flavour and fragrance compounds. Our forecasts draw on feedstock economics, trade flow data, and plant capacity utilisation across all reporting regions. Contact Expert Market Research today for propionaldehyde pricing data, bespoke market analysis, and strategic procurement advisory.
Key Questions Answered in the Report
Propionic acid for animal-feed grain preservation takes the largest share, followed by n-propanol, trimethylolpropane, pharmaceutical intermediates, and flavour and fragrance compounds. Intermediate chemistry drives most of the demand.
The Q1 2026 average was USD 1.78/KG in the United States, USD 1.50/KG in China, USD 2.05/KG in Germany, and USD 1.68/KG in India, mostly on a contract to FOB basis. Germany remains the highest-priced market.
The global average eased from USD 1.66/KG in Q1 2025 to a mid-year low before recovering to about USD 1.68/KG in Q4, a slight full-year gain of around 1.2%, as firmer Western feedstock offset soft Asian demand.
Three factors dominated: firmer ethylene and energy costs that supported Western markets, soft manufacturing demand that weighed on China, and steady pharmaceutical and agrochemical use that underpinned consumption.
The global average is expected in the USD 1.66 to 1.80/KG range for the rest of 2026, assuming firmer feedstock costs hold while soft Asian demand and ample supply keep the market balanced.
Germany sits at the top on high energy and regulatory costs, the United States holds a firm middle on its shale-linked feedstock advantage, India firms on pharmaceutical demand, and China prices lowest on ample capacity.
This report is updated monthly. For real-time pricing intelligence, contact the Expert Market Research team directly.
Prices respond mainly to ethylene and energy feedstock costs, regional supply balances, and downstream demand for propionic acid and n-propanol. Crude and freight shifts can amplify short-term moves across regions.
North America and Europe host the largest producers, with the United States benefiting from low-cost shale feedstock, while China is a major lower-cost source. Tight ethylene supply means any disruption ripples across markets within one to two quarters.
Buyers can use quarterly trends and forecasts to time contracts, choose between fixed-price and index-linked supply, and build cover when ethylene costs look set to rise. Regional price gaps also help teams weigh alternative supply geographies when local material turns costly.
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