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Formaldehyde continues to trade steadily in the Indian domestic market after recording gains earlier in the month. Indian Formaldehyde prices were assessed at Rs 95/kg this week, unchanged from the previous week, reflecting a clear slowdown in price momentum. The fortnight comparison also shows no net movement, indicating that recent increases have stabilised rather than reversed.

Looking at the monthly picture, prices are higher than levels seen at the beginning of the period, when values were nearer the mid-80s. This places current assessments near the recent high around Rs 95/kg, a level that has capped movement in recent sessions. Over a three-month view, trading has covered a broader span, with the lower end near Rs 74/kg and the upper end aligning with present prices. Indian Formaldehyde prices have shown reduced volatility in recent weeks, with movements narrowing after earlier fluctuations.

On a year-on-year basis, Formaldehyde prices in India are higher, providing longer-term context to the current steady phase. Support remains visible around Rs 74/kg, while resistance is near Rs 95/kg, reinforcing a well-defined trading structure.

For procurement teams, this environment supports routine planning, with pricing signals remaining clear and predictable following the earlier rise, Formaldehyde Market, Formaldehyde Prices, Chemical Market, Price Pause, Monthly Gains, Market Update, Industrial Chemicals, Supply Demand, Commodity Trends, Petrochemical News. Read the full verified update on IndianPetrochem.com.

Chloroform continues to trade steadily in the Indian domestic market after experiencing a prolonged price slide earlier in the quarter. Indian Chloroform prices were assessed at Rs 19/kg this week, unchanged from the previous week and flat over the past fortnight. This lack of movement reflects a market that has found short-term balance after successive downward adjustments.

Looking at the month view, prices are clearly lower than at the beginning of the period, when values were in the mid-20s. Over a three-month horizon, Chloroform has traded between a high near Rs 27/kg and the current low around Rs 19/kg. Recent sessions have seen volatility fade, with prices clustering close to the bottom of this range. Indian Chloroform prices are therefore consolidating rather than extending the earlier decline.

Compared with the same period last year, Chloroform prices in India are markedly lower, adding longer-term context to the current flat tone. Support remains visible near Rs 19/kg, while resistance around Rs 27/kg caps the upper boundary of recent activity.

For procurement teams, this environment offers clear reference levels and predictable pricing, with limited urgency to react to short-term changes following the earlier correction, Chloroform Market, Chloroform Prices, Chemical Market, Solvents Industry, Price Pause, Market Correction, Supply Demand, Commodity Trends, Petrochemical News, Industry Update.

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Domestic POP Polyether markets showed signs of stabilisation this week, with prices holding flat after an extended decline. The product closed at Rs 133/kg, unchanged from the previous week and also steady compared with a fortnight ago. This pause follows a prolonged period of weakness through November and December, confirming that Indian POP Polyether prices have entered a quieter phase.

The month comparison, however, still reflects softness. Prices are lower by Rs 2/kg versus last month, showing that downward pressure has eased but not disappeared. Looking further back, the three-month view remains sharply lower, highlighting the depth of the earlier correction despite the current stability. This mixed picture combines short-term calm with a clearly weaker longer-term backdrop.

Recent trading has clustered near the lower end of the recent range. Prices have held around Rs 133/kg, moving away from the recent high near Rs 135/kg. Volatility has moderated, with smaller movements replacing the sharper declines seen earlier. Support around Rs 133/kg and resistance near Rs 135/kg continue to define near-term boundaries, keeping POP Polyether prices in India anchored within a narrow band, POP Polyether, Polyether Market, Polyol Industry, Chemical Prices, Price Pause, Market Correction, Supply Demand, Petrochemical Market, Commodity Update, Industry News.

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Palm Oil has shown little movement this week, interrupting a month-long period of gradual decline. Indian Palm Oil prices closed at Rs 92/kg, unchanged from the previous week. The flat outcome reflects a pause after steady losses through December, with the market now stabilising near recent lows rather than extending the drop.

On a fortnight view, prices remain marginally lower, while the month comparison confirms a softer trend overall. The latest level sits close to the lower boundary near Rs 90/kg, and well below the recent high around Rs 98/kg recorded earlier in the quarter. Indian Palm Oil prices have therefore settled into a quieter phase following earlier weakness.

Medium-term indicators continue to point lower. Over three months, prices have clearly declined, and the six-month view also shows a downward shift. Compared with last year, prices remain lower, keeping the broader tone bearish despite this week’s stability. Volatility has eased recently, with daily movements narrowing as the market consolidates. Support is seen near Rs 90/kg, while resistance stands around Rs 98/kg. Palm Oil prices in India remain contained within this band, offering clear reference points for procurement decisions, Palm Oil Prices, Edible Oil Market, Vegetable Oils, Agri Commodities, Price Pause, Market Weakness, Commodity Trends, Global Trade, Supply Demand, Food Industry.

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Lauric Acid has steadied following a period of weakness earlier in the quarter, with recent sessions showing limited movement. The market has shifted into a calmer phase, marked by reduced volatility and a narrow trading range.

In the latest assessment, Indian Lauric Acid prices closed unchanged at Rs 132.00/kg. The flat weekly outcome follows a soft drift seen through November and December, with prices now holding close to the lower end of recent activity near Rs 130.00/kg. Over the past month, prices are little changed overall, reinforcing the view that the earlier adjustment has largely played out.

Looking over a three-month horizon, prices are lower by Rs 6.00/kg, reflecting the decline that defined the quarter. Recent trading has mostly been confined between Rs 130.00/kg and Rs 134.00/kg, and daily moves have remained small. Compared with last year, prices continue to sit at lower levels, keeping the broader picture subdued. The recent high around Rs 138.00/kg in October contrasts with more recent lows holding above Rs 129.00/kg, highlighting the shift toward stability. For those monitoring Lauric Acid prices in India, clearly defined support and resistance continue to guide short-term planning, while Indian Lauric Acid prices remain neutral within the established band. Support is seen near Rs 130.00/kg, with resistance around Rs 134.00/kg, Lauric Acid Prices, Fatty Acids, Oleochemicals, Chemical Market, Price Pause, Commodity Trends, Market Update, Supply Demand, Industrial Chemicals, Petrochemical News. Read the full verified update on IndianPetrochem.com.