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Data Legend. The chart above shows Formic Acid price assessments in USA Dollar per metric ton (USD/mt) in 4 locations, as follows:
- Formic Acid, US (United States): Formic Acid, export transaction price, fob, United States
- Formic Acid, EUR (Europe): Formic Acid, import spot price, cfr, Netherlands (netforward from fob China)
- Formic Acid, SAM (South America): Formic Acid, import transaction price, cif, Brazil
- Formic Acid, CN (China): Formic Acid, domestic spot price, exw, China
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Formic Acid Price Outlook. The price of Formic Acid (United States) decreased during April 2019 to 1,070 USD per metric ton, which represents a slight decline of 3% compared to the previous month’s value. On a year-over-year basis, the prices of Formic Acid (United States) decreased modestly by 4%. Meanwhile, the average price of Formic Acid (China) amounted to 433 USD per metric ton, from 939 USD per metric ton one year earlier. On a month-over-month basis, the price of Formic Acid (China) is 0.7% lower than the price one month before.
The price of Formic Acid (Europe) declined considerably throughout April 2019, reaching 475 USD per metric ton. The price is 12% lower than the average price in the previous month and 27% lower than the average price one year before. In contrast, the prices of Formic Acid (South America) decreased modestly during April 2019, reaching 574 USD per metric ton, which means a decline of 0.3% from the previous month’s price and a decline of 53% from the previous year’s price.
About Formic Acid. Formic Acid (a.k.a. Methanoic Acid) is an organic compound and the simplest carboxylic acid. It is a colorless and fuming liquid with a pungent odor. First isolated in 1671, it began to be industrially produced in the 1960s as a by-product of acetic acid production. Nowadays, the main production method has shifted to a methanol-based process, and methanoic acid can be classified as a medium-volume chemical commodity. In Europe, most of the Formic Acid finds application as a silage aid and in the feed industry. However, around the world – primarily in China – Formic Acid is also applied in leather and tanning, textile, natural rubber, and drilling fluids industries.
Formic Acid Handling. Formic acid is commonly shipped in rail or road tankers/drums. It is classified as a corrosive material and for storage and transportation in concentrations of 85% or less, stainless steel or plastic (HDPE, PP or alike) should be used. For concentrations above 85%, Austenitic chomium-nickel steels are recommended. It should be noted that formic acid at higher concentrations can slowly decompose and liberate carbon monoxide, so it should be stored in well-ventilated areas.
Formic Acid Production. Raw materials and the respective production processes employed in the manufacturing of Formic Acid are listed below.
- Methanol (carbonylation, followed by hydrolysis, sometimes involving ammonia and sulfuric acid),
- Hydrocarbons (liquid-phase oxidation; co-product of acetic acid production),
- Formate salts (acidolysis)
Formic Acid Uses. The uses and applications of Formic Acid may vary according to its specification. Typically, the acid can be commercialized at concentrations varying between 75-99 wt%, depending on the application. The most common is the 85 wt% purity.
