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Data Legend. The Acrylic Acid prices presented are volume-weighted average transaction prices, unless otherwise indicated. The chart shows the Acrylic Acid prices in USA Dollar per metric ton (USD/mt) in 6 countries, as follows:
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United States: Acrylic Acid export price, FOB, encompassing all commercial grades (1) -
China: Acrylic Acid spot price, ex-works, with a min. purity of 99.5% (1) -
Brazil: Acrylic Acid import price, CIF, encompassing all commercial grades -
Belgium: Acrylic Acid export price, FOB, encompassing all commercial grades (1) -
Turkey: Acrylic Acid import price, CIF, encompassing all commercial grades (1) -
Thailand: Acrylic Acid import price, CIF, encompassing all commercial grades (1)
United States: Acrylic Acid export price, FOB, encompassing all commercial grades 
China: Acrylic Acid spot price, ex-works, with a min. purity of 99.5% 
Brazil: Acrylic Acid import price, CIF, encompassing all commercial grades 
Belgium: Acrylic Acid export price, FOB, encompassing all commercial grades 
Turkey: Acrylic Acid import price, CIF, encompassing all commercial grades 
Thailand: Acrylic Acid import price, CIF, encompassing all commercial grades Note 1. Price forecasts (upcoming 9 months) available only to subscribers of the 'Pro' or 'Business' plans.
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Price Dynamics. The Acrylic Acid price in Belgium increased during April 2018 to 1,181 USD per metric ton, which represents a slight rise of 3% compared to the previous month’s value. On a year-over-year basis, Acrylic Acid prices in Belgium decreased significantly by 26%. Meanwhile, in Brazil, the average price of Acrylic Acid amounted to 1,322 USD per metric ton in April 2018, from 1,126 USD per metric ton one year earlier. On a month-over-month basis, the current Acrylic Acid price in Brazil is 3% lower than the price one month before.
The price of Acrylic Acid in China declined throughout April 2018, reaching 1,301 USD per metric ton. The current price in China is 4% lower than the average price in the last month and 2% higher than the average price one year ago. In contrast, Acrylic Acid prices in Thailand increased modestly during April 2018, reaching 1,286 USD per metric ton, which means a rise of 3% from the previous month’s price and a rise of 5% from the previous year’s price.
In the month examined, the Acrylic Acid prices in Turkey experienced a modest rise of 23 USD per metric ton from the previous month's price, to 1,324 USD per metric ton. Such price movement in Turkey meant a rise of 2% on a monthly basis and a rise of 9% on a yearly basis. On the other hand, in April 2018, the Acrylic Acid price in United States witnessed a decline of 2 USD per metric ton when compared against the previous month's price, to 1,448 USD per metric ton. The April 2018 price in United States is 6% higher than the price one year before.
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About Acrylic Acid. Acrylic Acid (a.k.a. Acroleic Acid, Propenoic Acid) is a moderately strong unsaturated carboxylic acid, consisting of an ethene substituted by a carboxy group. It is a colorless liquid with a strong acrid odor. The presence of a carboxy group in its structure provides anionic characteristics and higher reactivity with epoxides and alcohols.
Because of its relatively high corrosiveness, it should be stored in equipment made of or lined with glass, polyethylene, polypropylene, or stainless steel. The recommended bulk storage temperature is 15-25°C since this temperature range avoids freezing. Inadvertent polymerization can be avoided at this temperature and with adequate inhibition. The standard level of inhibitor in commercially available acrylic acid is 180-220 ppm MEHQ (Hydroquinone monomethyl ether) with dissolved oxygen for stabilization. Therefore, an atmosphere containing 5 to 21 vol. % of oxygen should be maintained above the acrylic acid as pure oxygen could create a fire hazard. Steam, pure nitrogen or any other inter gases could reduce the dissolved oxygen to a dangerously low level where the effectiveness of the inhibitor could be greatly reduced.
Raw materials and the respective production processes employed in the manufacturing of Acrylic Acid are listed below.
- Propylene + oxygen (oxidation)
- Glycerol + oxygen (dehydration/oxidation)
- Acetylene + oxygen + water (hydrocarboxylation)
- Acrylonitrile + water (hydrolysis)
The uses and applications of Acrylic Acid may vary according to its specification. The main forms of Acrylic Acid are ester-grade (technical grade, approx. 94% purity) and glacial (polymer grade, generally 99.6% minimum purity).
Acrylic acid is mainly used as an intermediate in acrylic esters and resins production, being also applied in plastics and paint formulations. In addition, this material is commonly utilized in many different industries, such as the diaper industry, the water treatment industry, and the textiles industry. This commodity can be used in the manufacture of derivatives, such as: acrylic maleic copolymer; allyl acrylate; butyl acrylate; ethyl acrylate; 2-ethylhexyl acrylate; polyether; methyl acrylate; sodium polyacrylate; polyacrylic acid
