Formaldehyde Prices, Trend, Chart, Demand, Market Analysis, News, Historical and Forecast Data Report 2025 Edition
Formaldehyde Price Trend, Index and Forecast
Track real-time and historical formaldehyde prices across global regions. Updated monthly with market insights, drivers, and forecasts.
Formaldehyde Prices October 2025
| Region | Price (USD/KG) | Latest Movement |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast Asia | 0.15 | 0.4% ↑ Up |
| Europe | 0.44 | 0.7% ↑ Up |
| North America | 0.74 | -0.4% ↓ Down |
Formaldehyde Price Index (USD/KG):
The chart below highlights monthly formaldehyde prices across different regions.
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Market Overview Q3 Ending September 2025
Northeast Asia: Northeast Asia experienced a notable decline in formaldehyde pricing. The region faced significant supply-side pressures as major production facilities in China resumed operations following earlier maintenance shutdowns. Demand-side factors remained mixed, with the construction sector in China showing weakness due to ongoing property market adjustments, while automotive applications maintained steady consumption patterns. Methanol feedstock costs, the primary raw material for formaldehyde production, declined significantly in the region following the resolution of earlier geopolitical tensions. Currency fluctuations, particularly the strengthening of the US dollar against regional currencies, made imports more expensive but also reduced export competitiveness.
Europe: European formaldehyde markets demonstrated resilience, with prices rising, reflecting tight supply conditions and steady industrial demand. The region benefited from strong demand in the automotive sector, particularly from Germany's robust vehicle production, while furniture manufacturing in Italy and Poland supported resin consumption. Methanol feedstock prices remained elevated compared to other regions, influenced by European carbon pricing mechanisms and environmental regulations. Currency dynamics saw the Euro maintaining relative strength against Asian currencies, making imports competitive but also supporting domestic pricing power. Compliance costs for environmental certifications and REACH regulations continued to add to the overall cost structure, particularly affecting smaller producers and importers in the region.
North America: North American formaldehyde markets experienced downward pressure, reflecting abundant domestic supply and moderate demand conditions. The United States market saw steady demand from the construction sector, supported by ongoing infrastructure projects and residential construction activity, though commercial real estate remained subdued. Automotive applications provided consistent demand, with electric vehicle battery separator production emerging as a new growth driver. Supply conditions were favorable with major Gulf Coast producers operating at high utilization rates and benefiting from competitive natural gas feedstock costs. Methanol pricing remained relatively stable, providing cost predictability for formaldehyde producers. Canadian markets followed similar trends, with steady demand from forest products industries supporting baseline consumption.
Formaldehyde Price Trend, Market Analysis, and News
IMARC's latest publication, “Formaldehyde Prices, Trend, Chart, Demand, Market Analysis, News, Historical and Forecast Data Report 2025 Edition,” presents a detailed examination of the formaldehyde market, providing insights into both global and regional trends that are shaping prices. This report delves into the spot price of formaldehyde at major ports and analyzes the composition of prices, including FOB and CIF terms. It also presents detailed formaldehyde prices trend analysis by region, covering North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa. The factors affecting formaldehyde pricing, such as the dynamics of supply and demand, geopolitical influences, and sector-specific developments, are thoroughly explored. This comprehensive report helps stakeholders stay informed with the latest market news, regulatory updates, and technological progress, facilitating informed strategic decision-making and forecasting.
Formaldehyde Industry Analysis
The global formaldehyde industry size reached USD 8.68 Billion in 2024. By 2033, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 14.41 Billion, at a projected CAGR of 5.51% during 2025-2033. The market is driven by the expanding construction activities worldwide, particularly in developing economies, rising automotive production, and increased consumption of formaldehyde in pharmaceutical manufacturing, medical device production, and laboratory applications.
Latest developments in the Formaldehyde Industry:
- May 2025: Researchers developed a zero-gap CO2 reduction cell that achieved a 66.9% Faradaic efficiency for C3+ products at −1,100 mA cm−2. Formaldehyde formed on phosphorus-rich copper oxide/hydroxide interfaces acted as a key intermediate, enabling selective liquid-phase multicarbon production. The approach demonstrated scalable, industrially viable CO2 utilization, offering potential applications in iron–steel and petrochemical industries to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
- September 2024: Kanoria Chemicals expanded its formaldehyde production capacity at Ankleshwar, Gujarat, by 345 metric tons per day. This investment of Rs. 56.06 crore utilized advanced technology to meet growing demand in various sectors.
- June 2024: Researchers at Indian Institutes of Science Education and Research (IISER) Tirupati developed a method to generate hydrogen from a mixture of methanol and formaldehyde using nickel catalysts under mild conditions. This innovation could serve as a key step toward a hydrogen economy by enabling sustainable hydrogen storage and transfer.
Product Description
Formaldehyde is an odorless and colorless gas which is often essential in chemical industries and in numerous manufacturing processes. This reactive compound is considered as an essential feedstock to produce a variety of materials and chemical compounds across different domains such as resins, plastics, textiles, and disinfectants. It is widely used in various industries, including automotive, construction, health care and agriculture sectors which are ideal for due to its bonding and protective properties. Production of formaldehyde is commonly carried out by catalytic oxidation of methanol, and it is the main foundation for many other monomeric derivatives and polymers. It is effective, versatile, and used as a building block in organic chemistry, which provides it with a high value in both industry and science.
Report Coverage
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| Product Name | Formaldehyde |
| Report Features | Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Demand, Industry Supply, Gap Analysis, Challenges, Formaldehyde Price Analysis, and Segment-Wise Assessment. |
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| Region/Countries Covered | The current coverage includes analysis at the global and regional levels only. Based on your requirements, we can also customize the report and provide specific information for the following countries: Asia Pacific: China, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, South Korea, Malaysia, Nepal, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, Hongkong, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand* Europe: Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, Turkey, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Belgium, Austria, Ireland, Switzerland, Norway, Denmark, Romania, Finland, Czech Republic, Portugal, Greece* North America: United States, Canada Latin America: Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Columbia, Chile, Ecuador, Peru* Middle East & Africa: Saudi Arabia, UAE, Israel, Iran, South Africa, Nigeria, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, Iraq, Egypt, Algeria, Morocco* *The list of countries presented is not exhaustive. Information on additional countries can be provided if required by the client. |
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Key Benefits for Stakeholders:
- IMARC’s report presents a detailed analysis of formaldehyde pricing, covering global and regional trends, spot prices at key ports, and a breakdown of Ex Works, FOB, and CIF prices.
- The study examines factors affecting formaldehyde price trend, including raw material costs, supply-demand shifts, geopolitical impacts, and industry developments, offering insights for informed decision-making.
- The competitive landscape review equips stakeholders with crucial insights into the latest market news, regulatory changes, and technological advancements, ensuring a well-rounded, strategic overview for forecasting and planning.
- IMARC offers various subscription options, including monthly, quarterly, and biannual updates, allowing clients to stay informed with the latest market trends, ongoing developments, and comprehensive market insights. The formaldehyde price charts ensure our clients remain at the forefront of the industry.
Key Questions Answered in This Report
The formaldehyde prices in October 2025 were 0.15 USD/Kg in Northeast Asia, 0.44 USD/Kg in Europe, and 0.74 USD/Kg in North America.
The formaldehyde pricing data is updated on a monthly basis.
We provide the pricing data primarily in the form of an Excel sheet and a PDF.
Yes, our report includes a forecast for formaldehyde prices.
The regions covered include North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Latin America. Countries can be customized based on the request (additional charges may be applicable).
Yes, we provide both FOB and CIF prices in our report.
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