Caprolactam Grade Ammonium Sulfate Market Update
1. April 2026 um 00:00:00
The global ammonium sulfate market showed diverging trends this week, with caprolactam-grade ammonium sulfate outperforming other segments. Supported by reduced supply and stable export demand, this high-quality grade continued to see firm pricing, making it the preferred choice for international buyers.
🔷 Market Overview
During April 10–16, 2026: • Caprolactam-grade ammonium sulfate increased to $260–$266/ton • Coking-grade ammonium sulfate declined to around $218–$219/ton • Supply remained stable overall, but high-purity material tightened • Buyers showed stronger interest in caprolactam-grade product
👉 The market clearly shifted toward higher-quality ammonium sulfate.
🔷 Why Caprolactam Grade Stands Out
Compared to coking-grade material, caprolactam-grade ammonium sulfate offers: • Higher purity and consistency • Better performance in fertilizer blending • Stronger acceptance in export markets • More stable pricing even in weak market conditions
This week, limited supply due to plant maintenance further supported price strength.
🔷 Supply and Demand Analysis
Supply side: • Caprolactam plants reduced output due to maintenance • No inventory pressure among major producers • High-quality product availability tightened
Demand side: • Southeast Asia demand remained stable • Buyers preferred reliable, higher-grade ammonium sulfate • Brazil demand still weak, affecting low-end products more
👉 Result: Caprolactam-grade remained firm while lower grades weakened
🔷 Price Trends (USD)
• Caprolactam-grade FOB China: $278–285/ton (↑) • Granular ammonium sulfate: $255–270/ton (↓) • Coking-grade equivalent: ~$218/ton (↓)
👉 Premium grade continues to show stronger price resilience
🔷 Downstream Market Insights
• Compound fertilizer operating rate: ~47% (↓) • Buyers cautious due to high raw material costs • Purchasing mainly based on immediate needs
Despite softer demand, high-quality ammonium sulfate maintained strong acceptance.
🔷 Market Outlook
Looking ahead: • Caprolactam-grade ammonium sulfate is expected to remain firm • Supply may increase after maintenance, but demand remains supportive • Lower-grade products may continue under pressure
👉 The market will likely continue favoring stable, export-quality material
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🔷 Why Choose Our Caprolactam Grade Ammonium Sulfate
• High purity with consistent quality • Preferred by international fertilizer producers • Stable supply from reliable caprolactam sources • Competitive export pricing • Suitable for blending and direct application
👉 Ideal for buyers seeking premium ammonium sulfate supply
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