Toluene Diisocyanate (TDI) Price Trend

Toluene Diisocyanate (TDI) Price Trend, Index and Forecast

Track real-time and historical toluene diisocyanate (TDI) prices across global regions. Updated monthly with market insights, drivers, and forecasts.

Toluene Diisocyanate (TDI) Prices October 2025

Toluene Diisocyanate (TDI) Price Index (USD/KG): 

The chart below highlights monthly toluene diisocyanate (TDI) prices across different regions.

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Market Overview Q3 Ending September 2025

Northeast Asia: Market activity was shaped by balanced supply-demand fundamentals across China, South Korea, and Japan. China’s producers operated at steady rates, ensuring consistent availability, but weak downstream consumption in the furniture and automotive upholstery sectors limited demand-side momentum. Export competitiveness was challenged by currency fluctuations, particularly the depreciation of the Chinese yuan against the US dollar, which increased the cost burden on importers. Shipping logistics across regional ports were mostly stable; however, elevated domestic freight costs in China added marginal price pressure. Meanwhile, Korean suppliers faced moderate competition from Chinese cargoes offered at discounted rates, tempering price movements across the region.

Europe: The steep drop was driven by reduced demand from the construction and automotive sectors, where persistent inflationary pressure weakened consumer spending and slowed production output. Supply-side factors included abundant availability from regional manufacturers, coupled with competitive imports from Asia, which weighed heavily on local pricing. Energy-related costs, though elevated due to fluctuating natural gas prices, could not offset the downward trajectory caused by weak demand. Additionally, disruptions in inland logistics, particularly trucking bottlenecks, increased distribution costs, but oversupply outweighed these pressures.

Middle East: The market in the Middle East was under significant downward pressure, largely driven by soft downstream demand. Key consuming sectors such as furniture, insulation, and automotive interiors saw muted demand caused by slower construction activity in Gulf countries and weak regional industrial growth. On the supply side, regional producers maintained steady output, benefiting from relatively lower feedstock costs and favorable energy supply regimes in petrochemical complexes within GCC countries. However, oversupply in nearby export markets and competition from Asian suppliers constrained the ability to pass on cost benefits to resin producers.

Southeast Asia: Regional demand, particularly in Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia, was weak due to slower furniture and automotive manufacturing activity, as both sectors grappled with subdued consumer spending. Oversupply pressures emerged as Chinese exporters redirected surplus volumes into the region at discounted rates. Port congestion in key Southeast Asian hubs, coupled with high shipping container charges, slightly inflated landed costs, but could not counterbalance the overall bearish trend. Currency depreciation across several Southeast Asian economies further inflated import bills, although buyers resisted procurement at higher cost, forcing suppliers to soften offers.

North America: The decline was primarily attributed to sluggish demand from the automotive and construction sectors, both of which are major consumers of polyurethane-based products. Domestic supply remained ample as production across Gulf Coast facilities was steady, but demand destruction due to high inflation and tighter credit conditions forced suppliers to cut prices to clear inventories. Imports from Asia also contributed to the bearish sentiment, as cheaper cargoes undercut local producers. Additionally, logistical challenges, including rail freight bottlenecks and elevated port handling costs, added to distribution hurdles but did not reverse the falling trend, leaving the market under sustained downward pressure.

Toluene Diisocyanate (TDI) Price Trend, Market Analysis, and News

IMARC's latest publication, “Toluene Diisocyanate (TDI) Prices, Trend, Chart, Demand, Market Analysis, News, Historical and Forecast Data Report 2025 Edition,” presents a detailed examination of the toluene diisocyanate (TDI) market, providing insights into both global and regional trends that are shaping prices. This report delves into the spot price of toluene diisocyanate (TDI) at major ports and analyzes the composition of prices, including FOB and CIF terms. It also presents detailed toluene diisocyanate (TDI) prices trend analysis by region, covering North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa. The factors affecting toluene diisocyanate (TDI) 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.

Toluene Diisocyanate (TDI) Industry Analysis

The global toluene diisocyanate (TDI) industry size reached 2.45 Million Tons in 2024. By 2033, IMARC Group expects the market to reach 2.93 Million Tons, at a projected CAGR of 1.90% during 2025-2033. The market is driven by the rising polyurethane foam demand in construction, increasing automotive applications in seating and interiors, ongoing expansion in furniture production, and technological advancements in lightweight materials for energy-efficient infrastructure.

Latest developments in the Toluene Diisocyanate (TDI) Industry:

• March 2025: Covestro completed the modernization of its Toluene Diisocyanate (TDI) facility in Dormagen. The company officially inaugurated the upgraded plant and announced its goal of improving energy efficiency in production.
   
• February 2024: BASF invested a high double-digit euro amount in a new fermentation plant for biological and biotechnology- based crop protection products at its Ludwigshafen site. The plant is likely to manufacture products that bring value to farmers including biological fungicides and biological seed treatment. BASF also planned to use the plant to produce the main building block of Inscali, a novel insecticide derived from a fungal strain.
   
• August 2022: Tosoh Corporation announced that it aims to increase the production capacity of separation and purification media TOYOPEARL and TSKgel PW at its Nanyo Complex in response to the rising demand for antibody and oligonucleotide drug purification.

Product Description

Toluene Diisocyanate (TDI) is a pale yellow, highly reactive organic chemical compound classified as an aromatic diisocyanate, primarily derived from toluene. It holds a critical position in the global chemical hierarchy due to its widespread use in producing flexible polyurethane foams. TDI’s defining property lies in its reactivity with polyols, enabling the creation of lightweight, durable, and versatile foam materials. Its primary industrial applications span across furniture cushioning, automotive seating, mattresses, and packaging, where it enhances product comfort, resilience, and performance. Additionally, TDI is also employed in coatings, adhesives, and sealants, reflecting its multifaceted utility in industrial manufacturing.

Report Coverage

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

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