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Chemical Raw Material Market Update | Week 39This week’s market did not show a broad-based rise. The clearest supply pre...
28/09/2026

Chemical Raw Material Market Update | Week 39

This week’s market did not show a broad-based rise. The clearest supply pressure appeared in glycol ethers, while LABSA remained firm. Most major surfactants stayed at relatively high but stable levels.

Key products to watch:

• DB & DPM — Tight Supply / High-Level
Domestic availability remained very tight, with limited spot material and slower replenishment. Niran Chemical currently has selected inventory available for near-term shipment.

• LABSA — Firm / Rising
Replacement costs continued to support the market, while supplier and origin differences remained noticeable. For suitable formulations, LAS may also be evaluated as an alternative based on active content and application requirements.

• SLS & SLES — Firm / Stable
Feedstock costs continued to support market levels, although the latest upward movement was less pronounced.

MPG remained firm but mixed, with differences between producers, origins and grades.

Ocean Freight Update
Overall container freight levels eased slightly. Transpacific routes remained firm and mixed, while Asia–Europe rates softened. Intra-Asia freight showed upward pressure, and blank sailings around the holiday period continued to affect available space.

Niran Chemical continues to monitor producer availability, replacement costs and shipping schedules. Contact us to check current stock, specifications and export terms.

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23/09/2026

𝗖𝗶𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗔𝗰𝗶𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗤𝟰 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱

Global citric acid procurement is facing increasing cost and supply uncertainty.

The EU has initiated a new interim review of anti-dumping measures on Chinese citric acid, while Colombia has also opened an anti-dumping investigation. These developments add further uncertainty to future duty levels and sourcing conditions.

At the same time, tighter factory allocations, changing shipping schedules, and recent RMB appreciation against the USD are putting additional pressure on landed import costs.

For buyers with upcoming production requirements, waiting for a lower market price may carry additional risks, including higher duties, longer lead times, or reduced availability.

𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘂𝗽𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀, 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲.

Contact the Niran Bio supply team to check current production availability, shipment schedules, and options for your upcoming orders.

𝘿𝘽 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝘿𝙋𝙈 𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙩 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙡𝙮 𝙏𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙖Spot availability of DB (Butyl Diglycol / DEGBE) and DPM (Dipropylene Glycol Met...
22/09/2026

𝘿𝘽 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝘿𝙋𝙈 𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙩 𝙎𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙡𝙮 𝙏𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙖

Spot availability of DB (Butyl Diglycol / DEGBE) and DPM (Dipropylene Glycol Methyl Ether) has become increasingly limited in the Chinese market. Current offers remain firm, while procurement lead times may vary depending on the producer and required quantity.

For importers and distributors, availability is becoming just as important as price when planning near-term purchases.

𝗡𝗶𝗿𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 currently holds stock of both DB and DPM, with export packaging and shipment arrangements available for confirmed requirements.

Contact us to check current stock, specifications and lead time.

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𝘾𝙝𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙍𝙖𝙬 𝙈𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙚𝙩 𝙐𝙥𝙙𝙖𝙩𝙚 | 𝙒𝙚𝙚𝙠 𝟯𝟴The market remained mixed this week. LABSA recorded the clearest upward mov...
21/09/2026

𝘾𝙝𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙍𝙖𝙬 𝙈𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙚𝙩 𝙐𝙥𝙙𝙖𝙩𝙚 | 𝙒𝙚𝙚𝙠 𝟯𝟴

The market remained mixed this week. LABSA recorded the clearest upward movement among Niran Chemical’s priority products, while MPG moved slightly firmer. SLS and SLES stayed firm at their recently elevated levels, but fresh upward momentum was less pronounced.

Key products to watch:

• LABSA — Firm / Rising
Higher replacement costs and firmer upstream LAB and petrochemical conditions continued to support supplier offers. For suitable applications, pre-neutralized LAS may also be reviewed as an alternative, depending on active content, formulation and handling requirements.

• MPG — Firm / Slightly Rising
Producer quotation adjustments and regional supply differences kept the market slightly firmer. Current offers continue to vary by source, grade and shipment requirement.

• SLS & SLES — Firm / High-Level Stable
Both products remained supported by fatty alcohol costs. However, compared with the previous period, the market was more stable and did not show the same clear pace of increase.

Ocean freight also remained divided. Transpacific routes moved higher amid capacity management and pre-Golden Week demand, while Asia–Europe routes softened. Destination and sailing schedule therefore remain important when reviewing total shipment costs.

Niran Chemical continues to monitor upstream costs, producer movements and shipping conditions. Selected inventory has been arranged for current and near-term shipment requirements.

Contact us to check current availability, documentation and export terms.

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𝙇𝙤𝙤𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙖𝙣 𝘼𝙡𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙇𝘼𝘽𝙎𝘼? 𝙇𝘼𝙎 𝟲𝟱% 𝙄𝙨 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙮 𝙩𝙤 𝙎𝙝𝙞𝙥 🚢 Another shipment of LAS 65% is ready for delivery.LABSA ...
17/09/2026

𝙇𝙤𝙤𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙖𝙣 𝘼𝙡𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙇𝘼𝘽𝙎𝘼? 𝙇𝘼𝙎 𝟲𝟱% 𝙄𝙨 𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙮 𝙩𝙤 𝙎𝙝𝙞𝙥 🚢

Another shipment of LAS 65% is ready for delivery.

LABSA remains one of the most widely used surfactant raw materials in detergent production. However, working with LABSA normally requires neutralization with caustic soda, together with careful control of temperature, pH and processing conditions.

LAS 65% provides another option. As a pre-neutralized anionic surfactant, it can help simplify production by reducing the need for onsite neutralization.

Why consider LAS 65% as a LABSA alternative?
✓ Pre-neutralized and easier to handle
✓ Fewer processing steps
✓ Easier pH and batch consistency control
✓ Strong detergency and foaming performance
✓ Suitable for laundry detergents, dishwashing products and general-purpose cleaners

LAS 65% is not necessarily a direct 1:1 replacement for LABSA. The dosage should be recalculated according to active matter, formulation structure and required finished-product performance.

This shipment is prepared for customers looking for a practical alternative surfactant route, with stable bulk supply and export support from Niran Chemical.

Considering LAS 65% as an alternative to LABSA? Let’s compare it with your current detergent system.

Learn more about our detergent raw material solutions:
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Contact us with your required specification, packaging and destination.

Chemical Raw Material Market Update | Week 37The chemical raw material market remained mixed this week, but several of N...
14/09/2026

Chemical Raw Material Market Update | Week 37

The chemical raw material market remained mixed this week, but several of Niran Chemical’s key products showed a firmer trend.

Three surfactants are particularly worth watching:

• SLS — Firm / Rising
Higher lauryl alcohol costs continued to push up the cost base, with supplier offers becoming firmer.

• SLES — Firm / Rising
Fatty alcohol costs remained a key support for SLES, while supply conditions also kept the market relatively firm.

• LABSA — Firm / Rising
Higher upstream LAB and petrochemical-related costs continued to put pressure on sulfonation costs, with suppliers adjusting offers accordingly. For applications currently using LABSA, LAS can also be considered as an alternative option depending on formulation and handling requirements.

Beyond surfactants, MPG and Formic Acid also remained on the firmer side, although market movements varied by origin and supply conditions.

For international procurement, the key point is not simply whether a product is “up” or “down”. Replacement cost, origin, grade, packaging and shipment timing can all make a meaningful difference to the final offer.

We continue to monitor upstream costs and supplier movements closely and arrange selected inventory where near-term shipment requirements call for it.

What are you seeing in your market this week — firmer surfactants, or a more stable trend?

Rising feedstock costs do not automatically mean “buy everything now.” The more useful question is: which products shoul...
11/09/2026

Rising feedstock costs do not automatically mean “buy everything now.” The more useful question is: which products should be reviewed first?

Here are three practical checks for importers and distributors:

1️⃣ Follow the correct feedstock chain

Rising fatty alcohol costs have a more direct impact on SLES and SLS, while stronger myristic acid costs may add pressure to IPM.

AOS, LABSA, MPG and DPG follow different petrochemical and energy-related cost chains, so their price movements should be evaluated separately.

2️⃣ Compare usable cost—not only price per ton

For surfactants, active matter, dosage, packaging and freight can significantly change the real purchasing cost.

For example, when comparing different SLES concentrations or alternative surfactant systems, the lowest price per ton may not offer the lowest cost per active unit.

3️⃣ Match purchasing timing to confirmed demand

Products facing more direct upstream pressure—currently including SLES, SLS and IPM—may deserve earlier review. Other products can be monitored according to supplier offers, inventory requirements and shipment schedules.

Niran Chemical can help you compare:

✓ Current supply and quotation trends
✓ Active content and packaging options
✓ Container loading and freight efficiency
✓ Available brands and suitable sourcing options
✓ Lead times for upcoming shipments

If you are reviewing SLES, AOS, SLS, LABSA, IPM, MPG or DPG requirements, send us the grade, quantity and destination port. We can help you evaluate the purchasing options based on your actual order—not only the market headline.

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Can MGDA replace EDTA in cleaning formulations?The short answer: in many applications, MGDA can be evaluated as an alter...
10/09/2026

Can MGDA replace EDTA in cleaning formulations?

The short answer: in many applications, MGDA can be evaluated as an alternative—but it is not automatically a one-to-one switch.

MGDA is particularly relevant for:

• Automatic dishwashing detergents
• Laundry detergents
• Industrial and institutional cleaners
• Alkaline hard-surface cleaners
• CIP and bottle-washing systems

Compared with EDTA, MGDA offers a readily biodegradable chelating option and performs effectively in many alkaline and high-temperature cleaning systems. It helps bind calcium, magnesium and other metal ions that may interfere with cleaning performance or contribute to deposits.

However, EDTA still offers stronger complexing performance for certain metal ions and remains suitable for many established formulations.

Before switching, consider:

✓ Application and target metal ions
✓ Formulation pH and operating temperature
✓ Water hardness
✓ Oxidant and ingredient compatibility
✓ Active content of the supplied grade
✓ Required dosage and performance testing

MGDA should therefore be evaluated by application and active chelant content—not simply substituted kilogram for kilogram.

Niran Chemical supports bulk MGDA sourcing, product documentation and grade evaluation for detergent and industrial cleaning applications.

Are you currently using EDTA? Send us your application, EDTA grade, dosage and operating conditions to discuss whether MGDA could be a suitable option.

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📊 China Chemical Raw Material & Freight Market Update | Week 36China’s chemical market showed a firmer tone in several k...
07/09/2026

📊 China Chemical Raw Material & Freight Market Update | Week 36

China’s chemical market showed a firmer tone in several key products this week. MPG, Glacial Acetic Acid and IPA moved higher, while Formic Acid remained stable following its recent rebound. Phosphoric Acid continued to soften, while Titanium Dioxide, Caustic Soda and Soda Ash remained relatively weak or range-bound.

Key products to watch:

🔹 Propylene Glycol / MPG moved higher as several producers raised quotations, although downstream acceptance of higher-priced cargo remained cautious. Selected Hi-Tech Spring MPG supply can also be supported.

🔹 IPA recorded a clearer increase, supported by producer price adjustments and firm acetone costs.

🔹 Formic Acid held at a firmer level after its recent rebound. Niran Chemical has arranged selected inventory for near-term shipments.

🚢 Ocean Freight: Global container rates were broadly stable, but route movements differed. Transpacific rates moved higher, while Asia–Europe rates declined. Freight costs therefore remain highly dependent on destination and sailing schedule.

Which are you watching more closely—raw material prices or freight costs?

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Market information updated through September 4, 2026. Actual export quotations vary by grade, producer, packaging, destination and shipment terms.

𝙎𝙇𝙀𝙎 𝙋𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝘼𝙧𝙚 𝙈𝙤𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙐𝙥 — 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙄𝙨 𝘿𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙚𝙩?As September begins, rising upstream costs are adding new pressur...
04/09/2026

𝙎𝙇𝙀𝙎 𝙋𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝘼𝙧𝙚 𝙈𝙤𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙐𝙥 — 𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙄𝙨 𝘿𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙈𝙖𝙧𝙠𝙚𝙩?

As September begins, rising upstream costs are adding new pressure to the SLES market.

Recent market data from China shows that Indonesian palm kernel oil prices moved sharply higher, followed by a rapid increase in C12–14 fatty alcohol prices. As fatty alcohol is a key feedstock in SLES production, this cost increase is beginning to be reflected in SLES quotations.

Our short-term view:

• Upstream cost support remains strong
• Fatty alcohol supply may tighten due to planned plant maintenance
• SLES offers may remain firm if feedstock prices continue rising
• The timing and extent of price adjustments may vary between producers depending on inventory and order coverage

This is currently more of a cost-driven movement than a sudden increase in downstream demand. For importers and distributors with confirmed consumption plans, it may be worth reviewing inventory levels and quotation validity rather than waiting until the next purchasing cycle.

Niran Chemical currently has 𝗦𝗟𝗘𝗦 stock available. The shipment photos show our actual supply and loading operations.

Contact us with your required volume and destination port to check current availability, specifications, quotation and shipment schedule.

Product details:
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