Track Oxalic Acid Price Report Historical and Forecast

Executive Summary

The global Oxalic Acid market has moved through a dynamic cycle over the past year, characterized by shifting supply-demand balances, evolving regulatory landscapes, and persistent logistical disruptions. Across North America, APAC, and Europe, Oxalic Acid pricing has been shaped by a combination of industrial demand trends, changes in import flows, production constraints, feedstock cost inflation, and environmental compliance pressures.

For the quarter ending September 2025, Oxalic Acid prices exhibited moderate upward momentum across major regions, supported by construction-driven consumption, metal-finishing requirements, and supply constraints across coal-based producers in APAC. North America remained heavily import-dependent, APAC faced intermittent supply tightness due to environmental inspections and maintenance shutdowns, and Europe navigated elevated energy costs and anti-dumping measures that influenced import alternatives.

This report delivers a complete picture of Oxalic Acid price behavior, incorporating quarterly movements, market drivers, cost and production factors, logistics pressures, procurement behavior, and a forward-looking outlook for buyers in 2025-2026.

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Introduction

Oxalic Acid, a key industrial chemical used in metal cleaning, surface treatment, leather processing, textiles, pharmaceuticals, and emerging energy storage applications, plays a vital role in global value chains. Its demand is closely tied to macroeconomic activity-particularly construction, automotive, mining, and specialty chemicals.

Market pricing for Oxalic Acid is influenced by feedstock dynamics (including nitric acid and sugar derivatives), coal-based production routes in APAC, logistics networks, environmental regulations, and global trade flows. In recent quarters, chemical producers, distributors, and procurement teams have navigated unstable freight markets, regulatory shifts, and uneven demand patterns that have generated both volatility and opportunities.

As industries rebound gradually from slowed industrial activity seen in late 2024 and early 2025, Oxalic Acid prices have entered a phase of moderate recovery, shaped by supply discipline, demand normalization, and external cost pressures - all examined in detail in this report.

Global Price Overview

The global Oxalic Acid market in 2025 has demonstrated a balanced-to-firm price trend, with each major region exhibiting unique drivers:

North America experienced moderate gains due to construction-led consumption and high import reliance.
APAC saw firm pricing, supported by constrained domestic supply and rising compliance costs.
Europe reported a stable-to-firm trend, influenced by high energy costs, anti-dumping duties, and restocking before autumn.
Common global factors shaping pricing include:

Feedstock Cost Inflation
Higher prices for nitric acid, sugar derivatives, utilities, and coal routes pressured production costs across all regions.

Environmental and Compliance Constraints
APAC faced the sharpest pressures, particularly in China, where inspections, coal-route restrictions, and maintenance activities tightened supply.

Import Dependence
North America and South America continued to rely heavily on Chinese, Indian, and EU imports, making prices sensitive to freight costs, tariffs, and shipping disruptions.

Steady Industrial Demand
Demand from metal treatment, machinery servicing, construction, and leather industries remained resilient in most regions.

Logistics & Freight Challenges
Port congestion, volatile freight rates, and weather-driven disruptions (notably typhoons in APAC) limited supply flexibility and influenced spot prices.

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Regional Analysis

North America

Market Performance - Q3 2025

In the U.S., Oxalic Acid prices increased by 1.88% QoQ, with quarterly average prices near USD 505.33/MT. The region remained import-reliant, with steady inflows from China and Spain shaping market availability.

Key Drivers Behind Price Movements

Construction demand supported consumption across surface treatment applications.
Metal finishing and automotive sectors contributed to stable-to-firm demand.
Import dependence remained a structural vulnerability, magnified by shipping delays and tariff exposures.
Rising feedstock and freight costs pushed production and import parity prices higher.
Why Prices Increased in September 2025

Shipping disruptions in Asia and tariff pressures reduced import flows.
Strong demand across construction and industrial cleaning held prices firm.
Rising costs for feedstock and logistics pushed suppliers to increase offers.
Quarterly Review - Q2 2025

Spot prices strengthened due to U.S. infrastructure spending and demand from the EV battery segment.
Imports from China and India remained crucial, but tariff-related disruptions kept the market tight.
Rising feedstock prices and regulatory costs elevated production costs, adding upward pressure.
Quarterly Review - Q1 2025

Early-quarter demand drove prices higher, supported by leather tanning, textile processing, and metal cleaning.
A softening in March, including a 1.6% decline, reflected weakening textiles and leather sector demand.
Logistical constraints and earlier import bottlenecks affected supply but improved towards quarter-end.
Historical Overview - Q4 2024

Prices declined due to weak construction and metals demand.
Import flows from Asia stabilized supply despite demand softness.
Lower crude oil and feedstock costs reduced production costs.
Market sentiment remained cautious with signs of stabilization by December.
Asia-Pacific (APAC)

Market Performance - Q3 2025

China's Oxalic Acid Price Index increased by 0.7% QoQ, with average prices around USD 385.33/MT. Supply tightness remained the defining factor, reinforced by environmental restrictions and maintenance shutdowns.

Key Drivers Behind Price Movements

Thin inventories across coal-based producers kept spot prices firm.
Environmental inspections constrained production and increased compliance costs.
Typhoon-related disruptions and shipping constraints reduced export flexibility.
Strong infrastructure and machinery servicing demand contributed to stable offtake.
Why Prices Increased in September 2025

Tight supply driven by inspections and maintenance activities.
Rising utility and compliance costs pressured margins and prices.
Export hesitancy and logistics disruptions tightened the regional balance.
Quarterly Review - Q2 2025

Prices in China held firm at USD 385-390/MT due to low stock levels.
Demand from metal treatment and construction sectors remained strong.
Environmental controls increased electricity tariffs and production costs.
Government-backed infrastructure projects supported overall demand.
Quarterly Review - Q1 2025

January saw demand-led gains, but prices fell by 7.1% in March, reflecting weakened demand in textile and leather sectors.
Environmental regulations and logistical delays disrupted supply.
India and Germany gained export traction as buyers sought diversified sources.
Historical Overview - Q4 2024

Oxalic Acid prices softened due to declining construction requirements and lower export demand.
Crude oil fluctuations and feedstock recovery influenced cost dynamics.
Overall, stable raw material costs kept markets balanced despite demand moderation.
Europe

Market Performance - Q3 2025

Oxalic Acid prices in Germany rose by 2.7% QoQ, with quarterly averages around USD 636.67/MT (FOB Hamburg). Industrial activity showed seasonal resilience, and import restrictions influenced market tightness.

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Key Drivers Behind Price Movements

Construction, automotive, and metal treatment sectors drove demand.
Anti-dumping duties constrained imports from third countries.
Energy and feedstock inflation supported upward price movement.
Seasonal restocking increased buying interest before autumn.

Why Prices Increased in September 2025

Intra-EU supply constraints and import duties increased landed costs.
Rising energy and feedstock costs elevated production costs.
Restocking and logistics challenges tightened availability.

Quarterly Review - Q2 2025

Prices stabilized, fluctuating between USD 620-640/MT (FD NWE).
Weak construction and industrial demand deterred strong price increases.
LNG and carbon emission costs maintained steady production cost inflation.
Imports from China and India supported availability.

Quarterly Review - Q1 2025

Germany saw a February price rise of 2.1% due to high demand and rising costs.
March saw a significant downturn of 6.8% amid declining textile, metal cleaning, and leather demand.
Industrial slowdown and stringent sustainability norms increased pressure.

Historical Overview - Q4 2024

Prices declined moderately due to subdued sentiment and weak downstream demand.
Sufficient inventories and lower crude prices contributed to softer pricing.
Despite operational stability, demand weakness limited momentum.
Production & Cost Structure Insights

Key Cost Drivers

Nitric Acid, Sugar Derivatives, Coal Feedstocks
High energy tariffs (especially in Europe)
Environmental compliance costs (strongest in China)
Freight, insurance, and port handling charges
Global producers face ongoing pressures from utilities, logistics, and compliance-driven CAPEX/OPEX increases.

Plant Capacity & Operating Efficiency

APAC remains the largest producer, with coal-based routes dominating.
North America and South America rely heavily on imports due to limited domestic capacity.
Europe maintains moderate capacity but faces margin pressure from high energy costs and sustainability requirements.
Procurement Outlook

Procurement teams should prepare for moderate price increases through late 2025 due to:

Seasonal restocking
Continued construction and metal treatment demand
Environmental compliance-driven supply tightness in APAC
Tariff and anti-dumping related trade distortions
Freight market volatility

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Forward indicators suggest a cautious-to-firm trend, with disruptions in shipping and regional supply constraints likely to influence spot and contract prices.

FAQ Section

Why are Oxalic Acid prices rising globally?
Prices are increasing due to feedstock inflation, environmental restrictions, logistics constraints, and steady industrial demand.

Which industries are driving demand in 2025?
Major sectors include construction, metal finishing, leather processing, textiles, automotive, surface cleaning, and infrastructure projects.

Why is North America heavily dependent on imports?
Limited domestic capacity and competitive international prices make imports from China, Spain, and India essential to meeting U.S. demand.

How do environmental regulations affect APAC supply?
Inspections, emission controls, and compliance mandates restrict output, especially among coal-based producers in China.

What is the short-term price outlook?
Modest firming is expected as restocking begins and supply tightness persists across key producing regions.

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