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The Indian n-Butanol market has entered a period of stability, with prices showing little change over the past fortnight. After slipping earlier in the month, values have now settled into a narrow range, reflecting balanced buying and selling interest and an overall subdued trading environment.

Indian n-Butanol prices closed the latest week at Rs 74.0/kg, unchanged from the previous session. This lack of weekly movement highlights a sideways drift that has kept short-term volatility in check. Compared with early January, prices appear to have found a temporary floor, with no fresh triggers pushing the market sharply higher or lower.

Looking at broader time frames, monthly trends indicate that n-Butanol remains below the highs seen at the start of the quarter. A three-month comparison points to a gradual easing from levels near Rs 87.5/kg, while the recent low around Rs 72/kg continues to act as an important reference for market participants. Over the past year, prices have adjusted downward, but recent weeks suggest that the pace of decline has slowed noticeably.

Support is currently observed near Rs 72/kg, with resistance around Rs 87.5/kg, defining a clear trading band. Procurement teams monitoring n-Butanol prices in India may find the present environment favourable for planning, as movements have been small and infrequent. The prevailing pattern signals stability rather than direction, allowing buyers to focus on operational needs instead of short-term price risk, N Butanol Market, N Butanol Prices, Solvent Industry, Chemical Market, Market Stability, Earlier Softness, Supply Demand, Commodity Trends, Petrochemical News, Industry Update. Read the full verified update on IndianPetrochem.com.

Propionic Alcohol prices in the domestic market held steady this week, continuing the subdued trend seen over the past two weeks. Indian Propionic Alcohol prices closed at Rs 83.50/kg, unchanged from last week, as calm trading conditions persisted across recent sessions. The lack of weekly movement follows mild gains recorded earlier in the month, after which momentum has slowed.

On a fortnight basis, prices are broadly unchanged, reinforcing the present stabilising tone. Values have moved within a narrow span, with the recent low observed near Rs 81.50/kg and the current level marking the upper end of recent trading. These shifts have been gradual, indicating limited volatility and balanced participation. On a one-month view, the market retains a slightly firmer tone compared with earlier levels, though changes have become smaller and more controlled as January has progressed.

The domestic Propionic Alcohol market continues to exhibit measured behaviour, with incremental adjustments rather than broad swings. Indian Propionic Alcohol prices are consolidating after early-month strength, offering clearer reference points for buyers and sellers. Propionic Alcohol prices in India are supported near Rs 81.50/kg and capped by resistance around Rs 83.50/kg, keeping near-term decisions focused on range stability rather than directional movement, Propionic Alcohol, Propionic Alcohol Prices, Chemical Market, Solvent Industry, Price Stability, Fortnight Comparison, Market Trend, Supply Demand, Petrochemical News. Read the full verified update on IndianPetrochem.com.

Butyl Carbitol has maintained a steady footing in the domestic market, with little change across recent sessions. Indian Butyl Carbitol prices ended the week at Rs 101.50/kg on January 9, matching levels seen a week earlier. The lack of movement over both the weekly and fortnight timeframes highlights a compression phase, where prices have held firm without testing higher or lower extremes.

Looking at slightly longer intervals, the one-month comparison shows a modest decline of Rs 2.00/kg from December 10 levels of Rs 103.50/kg. The three-month view places prices Rs 6.50/kg below October benchmarks, while the six-month comparison shows a larger easing of Rs 15.50/kg from around Rs 117.00/kg. Indian Butyl Carbitol prices thus reflect a softer longer-term structure even as short-term stability prevails.

Annual data reinforces this contrast. Current prices are Rs 45.50/kg lower than the Rs 147.00/kg recorded a year ago. Recent trading ranges have remained tight, with the past month confined between Rs 101.50/kg and Rs 103.50/kg. Over 90 days, the broader span extended to Rs 109.00/kg at the upper end, though recent sessions have stayed near the lower boundary. Support is seen around Rs 101.50/kg, while resistance stands near Rs 103.50/kg. Butyl Carbitol prices in India continue to trade within this narrow corridor, supporting predictable procurement planning, Butyl Carbitol Prices, Glycol Ether Market, Chemical Prices, Solvent Industry, Price Stability, Flat Market, Narrow Range, Supply Demand, Commodity Update, Chemical News.

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Butyl Acetate has remained firmly range-bound, with prices unchanged again this week and extending a prolonged period of stability. Indian Butyl Acetate prices settled at Rs 118/kg, matching levels seen in prior weeks. The continued lack of movement highlights a calm domestic market, where limited intraday changes have kept short-term volatility muted.

Fortnight and month comparisons both show prices flat, underlining the absence of directional momentum. The current level is positioned close to the recent high near Rs 120/kg, while the lower end of the trading range has remained near Rs 115/kg. Indian Butyl Acetate prices have therefore held within a narrow corridor, supporting predictable pricing references.

Medium-term indicators add further context. Over both three-month and six-month horizons, prices show little deviation from current levels, pointing to a stable underlying structure. Year-on-year prices are also broadly steady, reinforcing the longer-term equilibrium. Volatility has remained low throughout, with orderly trading patterns and no sharp movements. Support is seen near Rs 115/kg, while resistance stands around Rs 120/kg. Butyl Acetate prices in India continue to trade between these markers, maintaining a balanced domestic market, Butyl Acetate Prices, Butyl Acetate Market, Solvent Industry, Chemical Prices, Petrochemical Market, Price Trend, Sideways Market, Supply Demand, Commodity Update, Industry News.

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Butyl Cellosolve prices recorded a modest weekly increase, reversing part of the softness seen earlier in the period. Indian Butyl Cellosolve prices settled at Rs 105/kg, up Rs 2/kg from the previous week. The rise places prices higher on both weekly and fortnight comparisons, pointing to a firmer short-term footing rather than a sharp directional shift.

Compared with a month ago, prices are higher, confirming that the recent recovery has carried through beyond just one week. The current level sits below the recent high of around Rs 108/kg, reached earlier in the quarter, but remains well above the recent low near Rs 100/kg. Indian Butyl Cellosolve prices therefore continue to operate within a clearly defined range.

Longer-term views add context to the recent move. Over three months, prices have improved gradually, while the six-month comparison remains mixed, showing uneven movement over that period. On a year-on-year basis, prices are marginally higher, supporting the latest uptick. Volatility has increased slightly with this week’s move, though price action remains orderly. Support is seen near Rs 100/kg, with resistance around Rs 108/kg. Butyl Cellosolve prices in India continue to trade between these markers, helping buyers assess near-term exposure, Butyl Cellosolve, Butyl Cellosolve Prices, Glycol Ether Market, Solvent Industry, Chemical Prices, Price Increase, Market Recovery, Supply Demand, Petrochemical Market, Industry Update.

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MIBK has remained largely unchanged in the Indian domestic market, with recent sessions characterised by stability rather than movement. The product was assessed at Rs 89.00/kg this week, unchanged from the prior week, confirming that prices are holding within a tight and familiar range. Indian MIBK prices continue to show a compressed structure, keeping short-term purchasing decisions anchored to steady benchmarks.

On a fortnight comparison, prices were only slightly higher near Rs 89.50/kg, highlighting the lack of momentum in either direction. The month view shows a mild easing from around Rs 90.00/kg, but overall variation has been limited. Over the past 30 days, the market has traded between a high close to Rs 90.00/kg and a low near Rs 89.00/kg, underlining how narrow the trading window has been. Indian MIBK prices have respected both ends of this range, with volatility remaining low and incremental moves dominating activity.

The domestic market has displayed consistency week after week, avoiding sharp swings or abrupt shifts. Support is seen near Rs 89.00/kg, while resistance stands around Rs 90.00/kg. These levels continue to guide near-term monitoring and procurement planning. MIBK prices in India remain firmly rangebound, MIBK Prices, MIBK Market, Ketone Solvents, Solvent Industry, Petrochemical Market, Rangebound Trade, Muted Demand, Chemical Prices, Commodity Update, Industry News.

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The global methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) market is expected to reach USD 4.01 billion by 2024, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Urbanization and industrialization in emerging economies of Asia Pacific and the Middle East have driven the need for better infrastructure.

Increasing construction spending by governments particularly in China and India to meet the rising infrastructure needs has been driving the construction industry growth which in turn is anticipated to drive demand for adhesives, printing inks, plastics, paints, and coatings demand.

Expanding product penetration in pharmaceuticals can be attributed to its ability to breakdown quaternary proteins structure and increase drug penetration. Growing pharmaceutical industry globally is expected to offer growth opportunities in denaturing applications.

Increasing chronic and terminal ailments prevalence is further driving the specialty drugs demand which in turn is anticipated to significantly impact product volumes over the forecast period. Volatile raw material prices and potential substitution by green solvents across various end-use industries are anticipated to remain key challenges for participants over the forecast period.

Further key findings from the report suggest:

The global MEK market demand was 1.42 million tons and is expected to reach 2.11 million tons by 2024, growing at a CAGR of 4.5% from 2016 to 2024.

Paints & coatings emerged as the leading application segment with demand share estimated at 55% in 2015. Increasing infrastructure spending in the booming Asian market is expected to drive this segment over the forecast period.

Printing inks segment is anticipated to growth at a CAGR of 4.9% from 2016 to 2024. MEK is widely used in inkjet inks owing to its quick evaporation rate and solvency which is expected to enhance overall volumes in the near future.

Asia Pacific dominated the global MEK industry and accounted for 56.3% of total market volume in 2015. Increasing construction spending in emerging economies of China and India coupled with government support to increase manufacturing in these countries are expected to drive the regional market. Asia Pacific is also expected to witness the fastest growth of 4.9% over the forecast period.

The global market is concentrated with top four companies ExxonMobil, Maruzen, Zibo, and Sasol accounting for a majority of share. Other players include Shell Chemicals, Ineos Solvents, SK Energy Co. Ltd, Lanzhou Petrochemicals, Idemitsu Kosan Co Ltd, Tasco Chemicals, Tonen Chemicals and Fushun Petrochemical Company.