
Calcium Carbonate (Feed Grade) CAS: 2836-50-00

Canadian potash tariff uncertainty continues to shape U.S. buyers’ procurement decisions and pricing expectations, even though no formal trade barriers have been imposed. This article explores the lingering risk, its impact on supply chains, and strategic responses adopted by the industry.

Refrigerant R22 prices surged by more than 2,000 yuan per tonne within a single week during July 2026, drawing attention across China's chemical market. Procurement teams should understand what such rapid movements may signal for refrigerant supply, industrial demand and purchasing strategies.

The July 20 PFAS comment deadline is an important milestone, but it is far from the end of the EPA's regulatory process. This guide explains what happens next, why litigation remains likely and how procurement teams should plan for regulatory uncertainty.

Japan’s steam cracker operators are finalising July operating rates that will shape Q3 supply and pricing. With Brent at $72.60, a positive naphtha crack spread signals renewed demand for ethylene derivatives, polystyrene and benzene chain chemicals. Buyers should act this week to secure volumes.

Brent crude has fallen below $80 per barrel after a dramatic correction from May highs, reshaping cost expectations across petrochemical value chains. Lower feedstock costs offer relief for producers and buyers, but elevated freight rates continue to complicate procurement decisions heading into Q3 2026.

OCP maintenance and improving sulfur supply may create a favorable phosphate purchasing window during Q3 2026.
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