This chart shows Bisphenol A price assessments in USA Dollar per metric ton (USD/mt) in 5 locations, as follows:
- BPA, US (United States): Bisphenol A, import transaction price, cif, United States (netforward from fob South Korea)
- BPA, CN (China): Bisphenol A, domestic spot price, exw, China
- BPA, SEA (Southeast Asia): Bisphenol A, import transaction price, cif, Thailand
- BPA, NEA (Northeast Asia): Bisphenol A, export transaction price, fob, South Korea
- BPA, EUR (Europe): Bisphenol A, import transaction price, cfr, Germany (netforward from fob South Korea)
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Bisphenol A Price Outlook
Bisphenol A Price Outlook. The price of BPA (United States) decreased during May 2020 to 1,060 USD per metric ton, which represents a slight decline of 4% compared to the previous month’s value. On a year-over-year basis, the prices of BPA (United States) decreased significantly by 26%. Meanwhile, the average price of BPA (China) amounted to 1,510 USD per metric ton, from 1,360 USD per metric ton one year earlier. On a month-over-month basis, the price of BPA (China) is 22% higher than the price one month before.
The price of BPA (Southeast Asia) declined considerably throughout May 2020, reaching 995 USD per metric ton. The price is 14% lower than the average price in the previous month and 30% lower than the average price one year before. In contrast, the prices of BPA (Europe) decreased modestly during May 2020, reaching 1,010 USD per metric ton, which means a decline of 2% from the previous month’s price and a decline of 27% from the previous year’s price.
The prices of BPA (Northeast Asia) experienced a modest decline of 30 USD per metric ton from the prior month's price, to 949 USD per metric ton. Such price movement meant a decrease of 3% on a monthly basis and a decrease of 28% on a yearly basis.
About Bisphenol A
About Bisphenol A. BPA (a.k.a. Bisphenol A, Diphenylolpropane) is a synthetic organic compound. It was first synthesized in 1891 by Dianin from the acid catalysed condensation of phenol and acetone and has been produced industrially to be used as a starting material in the synthesis of epoxy resins since about 1920. Its commercial development has increased continually following the growth of the plastics industry.
Bisphenol A is colorless, flammable, solid at room temperature, with a mild phenolic odor, soluble in organic solvents and poorly soluble in water (0.344 wt% at 83 °C). As a high production volume chemical, Bisphenol A is used in a wide range of plastic materials.
Bisphenol A Handling. Bisphenol A is commonly stored and sold as a white solid in flaked or prilled form. The storage for unlimited time in stainless steel containers is not recommended. Bisphenol A dust can create explosive mixtures with air, so the chemical must kept in containers tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. It must also be stored in an area without drain or sewer access, separated from acid anhydrides, acid chlorides, strong oxidants, strong bases and food and feedstuffs. It should be transported away from heat sources and strong oxidizers and its pneumatic conveying must be under nitrogen because of the danger of dust explosions.
Bisphenol A Production. Commercial production of Bisphenol A is based on condensation of phenol and acetone. Alternative routes starting from phenol and methylacetylene and phenol and cumene have also been reported but have not become commercially available. Raw materials and the respective production processes employed in the manufacturing of Bisphenol A are listed below.
- Phenol + acetone (carbonyl condensation, catalyzed by hydrochloric acid)
Bisphenol A Uses. The uses and applications of BPA may vary according to its specification. The main forms of BPA are epoxy grade (95% minimum purity) and polycarbonate grade (99.8% minimum purity).