Track Tetra Acetyl Ethylene Diamine (TAED) Price Index Historical and Forecast

Executive Summary

The global Tetra Acetyl Ethylene Diamine (TAED) market witnessed a prolonged phase of price softness through late 2024 and much of 2025, shaped by cautious downstream demand, fluctuating feedstock costs, and shifting trade flows. While Q4 2024 saw volatility driven by logistics disruptions and Asian supply constraints, prices across regions corrected sharply toward year-end due to inventory liquidation.

Entering 2025, TAED prices stabilized in Q1 amid balanced supply-demand dynamics but came under renewed pressure in Q2 as detergent manufacturers curtailed procurement and suppliers struggled with excess inventories. By Q3 2025, regional divergence became more visible. North America and Europe experienced cautious stabilization, while APAC markets, particularly China, saw periodic tightening linked to inventory drawdowns and logistics disruptions.

Looking ahead to Q4 2025, TAED prices are expected to remain stable to slightly firm across most regions. Normalized procurement activity in detergents and fabric care, easing feedstock costs, and disciplined inventory management are likely to anchor prices. However, macroeconomic uncertainty, energy cost volatility in Europe, and competitive Asian exports may cap any aggressive upside.

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Introduction

Tetra Acetyl Ethylene Diamine (TAED) is a critical bleach activator used extensively in detergent and household cleaning formulations. Its demand profile is closely tied to the performance of the fast-moving consumer goods sector, particularly laundry detergents, fabric care products, and institutional cleaning agents. As a result, TAED pricing dynamics are strongly influenced by consumer spending trends, procurement strategies of major FMCG players, and upstream cost movements.

During 2024-2025, the TAED market navigated a complex operating environment marked by supply chain disruptions, feedstock price volatility, fluctuating freight rates, and cautious buyer sentiment. This report presents a detailed analysis of TAED price trends, regional dynamics, and forward outlook across North America, Asia-Pacific, and Europe.

Global TAED Price Overview

Globally, TAED prices followed a cyclical trajectory over the past four quarters. Q4 2024 opened with price increases driven by port disruptions, labor strikes, and production shutdowns in Asia. However, aggressive year-end inventory liquidation reversed these gains, pushing prices lower across all major regions.

In Q1 2025, prices stabilized as supply and demand found equilibrium. While imports from Asia increased, disciplined procurement by detergent manufacturers prevented sharp price movements. Q2 2025 marked a renewed downturn, particularly in APAC and Europe, as suppliers prioritized clearing excess stock amid weak downstream demand.

By Q3 2025, markets showed signs of stabilization. Inventory drawdowns, seasonal procurement resumption, and improved logistics supported modest price firmness in select regions, particularly China.

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Regional TAED Price Analysis

North America

In North America, TAED prices softened through early Q3 2025 after declining steadily in Q2. The Price Index weakened as detergent and cleaning product manufacturers maintained minimal inventory levels amid subdued retail demand. Procurement behavior remained tactical, with buyers placing orders strictly based on immediate production needs.

Production costs remained largely stable, supported by easing feedstock prices for acetic anhydride and ethylenediamine. However, energy surcharges and seasonal labor costs prevented any meaningful reduction in overall production expenses. Supply availability was adequate, with imports from Asia filling gaps created by cautious domestic production planning.

By September 2025, market sentiment shifted toward cautious stability. Detergent manufacturers resumed procurement to rebuild inventories ahead of Q4 demand, preventing further price erosion. Spot prices showed limited volatility, anchored by steady baseline offtake from household and institutional cleaning segments.

The price forecast for North America suggests stable to firm conditions into Q4 2025, supported by normalized procurement and controlled inventories. Broader macroeconomic caution may limit aggressive price upside.

Asia-Pacific

The APAC TAED market experienced the highest volatility during the review period. In Q2 2025, prices in China declined sharply as suppliers liquidated inventories ahead of financial audits and seasonal holidays. Weak domestic and export demand, coupled with high freight rates, reinforced bearish sentiment.

Q3 2025 marked a reversal. The TAED Price Index in China rose by approximately 4 percent quarter-over-quarter as inventory drawdowns tightened supply. Average quarterly prices reached around USD 4,746.67 per metric ton on an FOB Shanghai basis. Spot prices firmed as June liquidation activity gave way to July supply tightness.

Production cost trends improved due to declining acetic anhydride prices, easing cost-push pressures on producers. However, logistics disruptions linked to seasonal monsoons increased freight costs, contributing to spot price volatility.

In September 2025, improved supply from earlier inventory liquidation exerted some downward pressure. Nevertheless, logistics challenges provided temporary support to spot premiums. The APAC price forecast remains cautiously bullish, driven by constrained inventories and ongoing freight uncertainties.

Europe

The European TAED market mirrored North America in many respects but faced additional pressure from energy cost volatility and competitive imports. In Q2 2025, prices declined steadily as detergent manufacturers reduced procurement amid inflationary headwinds and high warehouse stock levels.

Production costs remained soft due to lower feedstock prices and easing utility rates. However, transportation costs across inland EU corridors and persistent port delays in Rotterdam and Antwerp complicated logistics. Increased Asian imports further intensified competition, suppressing prices.

By late Q3 2025, prices stabilized as procurement activity resumed. Spot prices remained range-bound, supported by steady demand from household and institutional cleaning manufacturers. Feedstock cost relief helped contain production expenses, though energy prices in Germany remained a margin risk.

The Q4 2025 outlook for Europe points to stable to slightly firm pricing, supported by normalized detergent demand. However, competitive imports and macroeconomic uncertainty may cap upward momentum.

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Historical Quarterly Price Review

Quarter | North America Trend | APAC Trend | Europe Trend

Q4 2024 | Volatile, then down| Mixed, then firm | Volatile, then down

Q1 2025 | Stable | Slightly bullish | Moderately firm

Q2 2025 | Declining | Sharply bearish | Bearish

Q3 2025 | Stabilizing | Firming | Stabilizing

Production and Cost Structure Insights

TAED production economics are primarily driven by acetic anhydride and ethylene derivatives, alongside energy, labor, and logistics costs. During 2025, feedstock prices generally eased, providing cost relief to producers across regions.

However, this relief was partially offset by rising energy costs in Europe, labor expenses in North America, and freight volatility in Asia. Producers largely refrained from aggressive output cuts, choosing instead to manage inventories and pass selective cost pressures downstream when demand conditions allowed.

Procurement Behavior and Supply Conditions

Across all regions, procurement strategies remained conservative. Large detergent manufacturers adopted just-in-time purchasing models, minimizing inventory exposure amid uncertain demand outlooks. Spot buying dominated over long-term contracts, limiting price volatility but also suppressing supplier margins.

Supply availability remained adequate through most of the period, with imports playing a critical role in balancing regional markets. Trade flows from Asia to North America and Europe increased, especially during periods of Chinese oversupply.

TAED Price Forecast and Procurement Outlook

Looking ahead, TAED prices are expected to remain stable to slightly firm into Q4 2025. Normalized procurement in detergents and fabric care, combined with disciplined supply management, should support price stability.

Buyers are likely to continue cautious procurement, favoring flexible contracts and monitoring feedstock trends closely. Any unexpected supply disruptions or sharp shifts in energy prices could introduce short-term volatility.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What drives TAED price movements globally

TAED prices are driven by downstream detergent demand, feedstock costs, logistics conditions, and inventory management strategies.

Why did TAED prices stabilize in late 2025

Prices stabilized as procurement activity normalized and inventory levels were brought under control across regions.

Which region showed the highest volatility

APAC, particularly China, experienced the highest volatility due to inventory cycles and logistics disruptions.

What is the outlook for TAED prices

The outlook is stable to slightly firm, with limited upside due to macroeconomic caution and competitive imports.

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