[FURL=https://www.expertmarketresearch.com/price-forecast/bisphenol-a-price-trends]Bisphenol A Price Trend[/FURL] saw a decline in prices in Q1 2026, with the global market averaging USD 1.07/KG, a 2.73% change from the previous quarter. The decline was driven by weaker demand, particularly in the polycarbonate sector, and softer feedstock prices, such as phenol and acetone. The global market trend was influenced by regulatory pressure, which also contributed to the decline in prices.
North East Asia saw a significant decline in prices, with the average price in Q1 2026 at USD 1.10/KG, a 7.56% change from the previous quarter. The decline was driven by weaker demand from the Chinese consumer electronics sector and softer polycarbonate demand. Additionally, new capacity in China also put downward pressure on prices. The region's prices were also influenced by the decline in feedstock prices.
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North America saw a decline in prices, with the average price in Q1 2026 at USD 1.08/KG, a 4.42% change from the previous quarter. The decline was driven by increased imports from Asia and weaker polycarbonate demand. The region's prices were also influenced by the decline in feedstock prices, such as phenol and acetone. In contrast, Europe saw an increase in prices, with the average price in Q1 2026 at USD 1.04/KG, a 6.12% change from the previous quarter. South East Asia saw stable prices, with the average price in Q1 2026 at USD 1.06/KG, due to competitive production and stable polycarbonate demand.
The major events that drove the price trend include the EU food contact ban, new Chinese bisphenol a capacity, and regulatory pressure. These events led to a decline in demand and an increase in supply, resulting in downward pressure on prices. According to Expert Market Research, the market was also influenced by the decline in feedstock prices, such as phenol and acetone.
The market forecast for 2026 leans cautiously stable, with wind energy epoxy demand remaining firm and polycarbonate recovery in Asian electronics and automotive expected to support modest price recovery. The decline in prices is expected to slow down, with some regions showing signs of stabilization. The market is expected to be driven by the demand from the electronics and automotive sectors, as well as the regulatory environment. Overall, the bisphenol a market is expected to remain stable, with a modest price recovery expected in 2026.