Caustic Soda Prices, Trend, Chart, Demand, Market Analysis, News, Historical and Forecast Data Report 2025 Edition
Caustic Soda Price Trend, Index and Forecast
Track the latest insights on caustic soda price trend and forecast with detailed analysis of regional fluctuations and market dynamics across North America, Latin America, Central Europe, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Middle East, North Africa, West Africa, Central and Southern Africa, Central Asia, Southeast Asia, South Asia, East Asia, and Oceania.
Caustic Soda Prices Outlook Q3 2025
- USA: USD 402/MT
- Japan: USD 472/MT
- India: USD 366/MT
- China: USD 121/MT
- Brazil: USD 670/MT
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During the third quarter of 2025, the caustic soda prices in the USA reached 402 USD/MT in September. Market sentiment during the quarter was shaped by fluctuations in domestic chlorine output, which influenced availability within integrated manufacturing networks. Downstream consumption from the pulp and paper and alumina sectors remained uneven, contributing to mild supply-side adjustments from major producers. Export demand was moderated by competitive Asian-origin cargoes, creating additional downward pressure on domestic pricing.
During the third quarter of 2025, the caustic soda prices in Japan reached 472 USD/MT in September. Local market conditions were influenced by steady operating rates across chlor-alkali units, while modest downstream demand from chemical and textile producers prevented steep inventory accumulation. Export interest from Southeast Asia provided intermittent support but remained insufficient to counteract reduced purchasing appetite from key regional consumers.
During the third quarter of 2025, the caustic soda prices in India reached 366 USD/MT in September. Supply conditions remained balanced as producers maintained stable plant operations, while procurement activity from the alumina and paper sectors showed varied momentum. Market participants responded cautiously to shifts in import parity values shaped by competitive offers from East Asian suppliers. Improvements in internal logistics aided a steady movement of goods, helping prevent sizeable stock build-up.
During the third quarter of 2025, the caustic soda prices in China reached 121 USD/MT in September. Market fundamentals were influenced by disciplined operating rates among domestic manufacturers, coupled with the stable procurement from textile and chemical industries. Export transactions increased following heightened interest from regional buyers seeking competitively priced cargoes. Purchasing activity from local converters supported the consistent flow through the supply chain, preventing significant inventory accumulation.
During the third quarter of 2025, the caustic soda prices in Brazil reached 670 USD/MT in September. Domestic supply was influenced by variable operational efficiencies among regional producers, while downstream consumption from the pulp and aluminum sectors showed periodic surges. Import demand rose as buyers sought to hedge against fluctuations in local availability. Supply chain fluidity improved with better port activity, enhancing inbound and outbound movement.
Caustic Soda Prices Outlook Q2 2025
- USA: USD 423/MT
- Japan: USD 477/MT
- India: USD 375/MT
- China: USD 120/MT
- Brazil: USD 653/MT
During the second quarter of 2025, the caustic soda prices in the USA reached 423 USD/MT in June. In the United States, caustic soda prices were influenced by steady demand from the paper, alumina refining, and chemical manufacturing sectors. Production rates were impacted by planned maintenance at chlor-alkali facilities in the Gulf Coast region. Export volumes to Latin America remained firm, although rising freight and insurance costs contributed to overall supply chain pressures. Energy prices also added to domestic production expenses.
During the second quarter of 2025, caustic soda prices in Japan reached 477 USD/MT in June. Japan’s caustic soda prices were affected by stable consumption from the textiles and pulp industries alongside reduced production output due to high electricity tariffs. Imports from Southeast Asia faced shipping delays and higher container rates, while domestic supply remained limited due to extended downtime at a major facility. Inventory levels remained tight, particularly in western and central industrial zones.
During the second quarter of 2025, the caustic soda prices in India reached 375 USD/MT in June. Indian price trends were shaped by robust demand from the aluminum, soap, and detergent manufacturing sectors. Production was constrained by limited chlorine offtake and lower operating rates at key chlor-alkali plants. Imports faced regulatory delays and inconsistent port clearance timelines, especially on the eastern coast. Rising coal and electricity costs further impacted local producers’ cost structures.
During the second quarter of 2025, the caustic soda prices in China reached 120 USD/MT in June. Chinese caustic soda prices were influenced by reduced operating rates at chlor-alkali units in Shandong and Inner Mongolia due to environmental compliance checks. Downstream demand from the textile and water treatment sectors remained consistent, while export activity faced constraints due to shipping congestion and regulatory scrutiny on hazardous material transport. Regional supply imbalances persisted through much of the quarter.
During the second quarter of 2025, the caustic soda prices in Brazil reached 653 USD/MT in June. In Brazil, pricing was impacted by sustained demand from the pulp and paper and alumina refining sectors, along with reduced availability of domestically produced caustic soda due to maintenance work at key facilities. Imports from the United States faced longer transit times and increased logistics costs. Currency fluctuations also affected the landed cost of imported caustic soda throughout the quarter.
Caustic Soda Prices Outlook Q1 2025
- USA: USD 408/MT
- Japan: USD 467/MT
- Netherlands: USD 498/MT
- Saudi Arabia: USD 520/MT
- Brazil: USD 636/MT
During the first quarter of 2025, the caustic soda prices in the USA reached 408 USD/MT in March. As per the caustic soda price chart, due to low demand from important industries and stable domestic production, prices had a declining trend. Short-term supply constraints temporarily raised prices in March, but increases were stifled by better logistics and lower offtake in the pulp and alumina industries.
During the first quarter of 2025, caustic soda prices in Japan reached 467 USD/MT in March. Prices remained mostly constant, with a minor uptick seen in March as a result of local supply shortages and increased input expenses. As the competition from China grew more fierce, domestic firms modified their output levels to preserve margins. Even while demand for alumina varied, steady purchases from the industrial and chemical industries kept the market balanced overall.
During the first quarter of 2025, the caustic soda prices in the Netherlands reached 498 USD/MT in March. Due to excess and poor industrial demand, caustic soda prices in the Netherlands steadily decreased. Bearish pricing was caused by strong stockpiles, sluggish offtakes from the chemical and alumina sectors, and logistical challenges at important ports. Downward pressure was exacerbated by competitive imports and muted industrial activity in the eurozone.
During the first quarter of 2025, the caustic soda prices in Saudi Arabia reached 520 USD/MT in March. The prices increased due to robust demand from the chemical, alumina, and water treatment industries. The growing trajectory was maintained by selective exports and tightened global supply. By March, alumina consumption had somewhat decreased, but prices remained stable due to robust regional offtake and managed output.
During the first quarter of 2025, the caustic soda prices in Brazil reached 636 USD/MT in March. Due to an overabundance of regional supply and weak demand from the pulp and alumina industries, prices in Brazil declined. The market was further saturated by consistent imports from the United States and Asia. Throughout the quarter, there were steady price drops and a pessimistic outlook for the industry due to declining logistical costs and cautious purchasing patterns combined with inflationary pressure.
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Regional Coverage
The report provides a detailed analysis of the market across different regions, each with unique pricing dynamics influenced by localized market conditions, supply chain intricacies, and geopolitical factors. This includes price trends, price forecast and supply and demand trends for each region, along with spot prices by major ports. The report also provides coverage of FOB and CIF prices, as well as the key factors influencing caustic soda prices.
Europe Caustic Soda Price Trend
Q3 2025:
The caustic soda price index in Europe during Q3 2025 reflected pricing influenced by consistent output across regional chlor-alkali facilities. Downstream demand from chemical processing, pulp manufacturing, and industrial cleaning segments remained stable, ensuring reliable offtake. Import interest fluctuated as buyers balanced domestic availability with competitive overseas offers. Operational continuity across major plants helped avoid significant supply pressure. Market participants noted improved transport flow across intra-European corridors, supporting predictable delivery schedules.
Q2 2025:
As per the caustic soda price index, the European market maintained high price levels due to finite supplies. Production output was hampered by maintenance plans at refineries. Overall consumption did not significantly increase in spite of these supply-side issues, especially in the agricultural input segment. The market remained solid due to stable usage and limited availability. As a result, sustained supply pressures and steady downstream demands supported the caustic soda market's steady trajectory throughout the time frame.
Q1 2025:
As per the caustic soda price index, prices declined, mostly as a result of limited industrial activities and a surplus of the product. Due to competitive international products and high energy costs, Germany's consumption of chemicals and alumina declined. Stockpiles increased and flows were hampered by logistics problems at major ports, despite stable chlor-alkali plant performance. Sentiment was further pressured by labor-related worries and seasonal slowdowns. The market was dominated by supply excess and macroeconomic uncertainty, which resulted in steady price erosion even with limited assistance from core sectors.
This analysis can be extended to include detailed caustic soda price information for a comprehensive list of countries.
| Region | Countries Covered |
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| Europe | Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, Turkey, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Belgium, Austria, Ireland, Switzerland, Norway, Denmark, Romania, Finland, Czech Republic, Portugal, and Greece, among other European countries. |
North America Caustic Soda Price Trend
Q3 2025:
The caustic soda price index in North America during Q3 exhibited restrained movement as producers adjusted supply levels to match sector-specific variations in demand. End-use industries such as alumina, chemicals, and water treatment provided stable procurement activity, preventing substantial inventory swings. Improved logistics efficiency supported timely distribution across the region, while external competition from Asian-origin material influenced purchasing strategies among domestic buyers.
Q2 2025:
As per the caustic soda price index, in North America, the market was influenced by consistent demand from the aluminum refining, pulp and paper, and water treatment sectors. Several chlor-alkali facilities underwent scheduled maintenance, tightening regional supply. Export volumes to Latin America remained stable, though elevated freight rates and port handling charges increased export-related costs. Domestic producers also faced higher electricity and labor costs during the quarter.
Q1 2025:
Due to a combination of sufficient supply and muted industrial usage, prices in the United States usually decreased during the first quarter of 2025. Market equilibrium was originally preserved by steady supply from top producers, but cautious procurement, particularly in the alumina segment, led to successive weekly price cuts in January. Prices fell once more as logistics stabilized and demand from the textiles, alumina, and pulp industries, decreased. Overall, the quarter's gloomy undertone was defined by oversupplied conditions and lackluster export demand.
Specific caustic soda historical data within the United States and Canada can also be provided.
| Region | Countries Covered |
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| North America | United States and Canada |
Middle East and Africa Caustic Soda Price Trend
Q3 2025:
The report explores the caustic soda trends and caustic soda price chart in the Middle East and Africa, considering factors like regional industrial growth, the availability of natural resources, and geopolitical tensions that uniquely influence market prices.
Q2 2025:
As per the caustic soda price chart, the prices in the Middle East and Africa fluctuated due to a complex interplay of factors, primarily driven by supply chain disruptions, seasonal demand shifts, and geopolitical influences.
Q1 2025:
As per the caustic soda price chart, prices increased due to strong demand from the chemical processing, textile, and aluminum refining industries. Tight availability and robust regional offtake drove early-quarter gains, while supply constraints and export prospects encouraged more increases in February. Despite March's market stabilization, there were a few short spikes because of strong industrial usage and seasonal inventory restocking. Strategic export agreements and steady downstream demand kept prices high despite the alumina industry's muted activity.
In addition to region-wise data, information on caustic soda prices for countries can also be provided.
| Region | Countries Covered |
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| Middle East and Africa | Saudi Arabia, UAE, Israel, Iran, South Africa, Nigeria, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, Iraq, Egypt, Algeria, and Morocco, among other Middle Eastern and African countries. |
Asia Pacific Caustic Soda Price Trend
Q3 2025:
In the Asia Pacific region, Q3 pricing dynamics were guided by steady operational performance across major production hubs and stable downstream consumption in textiles, paper, and chemical processing segments. Export interest from regional buyers remained active, supporting balanced supply distribution. Market liquidity improved as logistical constraints eased across key trade routes. While demand patterns varied by country, overall procurement activity supported consistent market performance.
Q2 2025:
In the Asia Pacific region, caustic soda prices were shaped by varying production rates across major markets, including China, India, and Southeast Asia. Environmental inspections and energy consumption caps affected plant operations in China, while logistical delays and elevated input costs impacted output in India. Demand from the textiles, alumina processing, and cleaning product manufacturing sectors remained firm throughout the region.
Q1 2025:
Due to short-term supply shortages and strong alumina industry demands caustic soda prices gradually increased in Asia in Q1 2025. Inventory shortages in key hubs contributed to the increase, but China led the way with maintenance shutdowns and robust export momentum. By the end of March, prices had steadied as production matched downstream demand. Values remained generally stable in Japan, where intentional output reductions were prompted by growing input costs and restricted supply.
This caustic soda price analysis can be expanded to include a comprehensive list of countries within the region.
| Region | Countries Covered |
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| Asia Pacific | China, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, South Korea, Malaysia, Nepal, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, Hongkong, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand, among other Asian countries. |
Latin America Caustic Soda Price Trend
Q3 2025:
Q3 market trends in Latin America were influenced by robust demand from pulp, aluminum, and chemical sectors, supporting firm buyer activity. Domestic supply encountered periodic fluctuations due to variable plant efficiencies, encouraging selective import interest. Logistics improved with better port throughput, aiding consistent distribution. Market participants observed stable trading volumes across both domestic and regional markets.
Q2 2025:
In Latin America, especially Brazil, caustic soda prices were driven by sustained consumption in the pulp and paper and alumina refining sectors. Domestic supply was limited due to maintenance shutdowns, leading to greater reliance on imports, primarily from the United States. Extended shipping times, increased freight costs, and currency depreciation contributed to higher landed costs, especially for industrial buyers in Brazil.
Q1 2025:
As per the caustic soda price index, due to oversupply and weak demand in key industries, prices steadily decreased. While lackluster uptake in the pulp, alumina, and paper industries restrained price support, large stocks and consistent inflows from the U.S. and Asia maintained market oversupply. Following the abolition of peak season fees and cheaper freight costs, there was further downward momentum in March. Despite a slight revival in the building industry, widespread inflation and cautious procurement methods limited the demand.
This comprehensive review can be extended to include specific countries within the region.
| Region | Countries Covered |
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| Latin America | Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Columbia, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru, among other Latin American countries. |
Caustic Soda Pricing Report, Market Analysis, and News
IMARC's latest publication, “Caustic Soda Prices, Trend, Chart, Demand, Market Analysis, News, Historical and Forecast Data Report 2025 Edition,” presents a detailed examination of the caustic soda market, providing insights into both global and regional trends that are shaping prices. This report delves into the spot price of caustic soda at major ports and analyzes the composition of prices, including FOB and CIF terms. It also presents detailed caustic soda prices trend analysis by region, covering North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa. The factors affecting caustic soda pricing, such as the dynamics of supply and demand, geopolitical influences, and sector-specific developments, are thoroughly explored. This comprehensive report helps stakeholders stay informed with the latest market news, regulatory updates, and technological progress, facilitating informed strategic decision-making and forecasting.
Caustic Soda Industry Analysis
The global caustic soda market size reached 84.37 Million Tons in 2025. By 2034, IMARC Group expects the market to reach 96.04 Million Tons, at a projected CAGR of 1.45% during 2026-2034. The market is primarily driven by the consistent demand from chemicals, pulp and paper, alumina production, and water treatment industries and stable consumption from textile and cleaning product manufacturers.
Latest developments in the Caustic Soda industry:
- July 2025: Indian caustic soda producer TGV SRAAC Ltd. (formerly Sree Rayalaseema Alkalies and Allied Chemicals Ltd.) commissioned thyssenkrupp nucera to expand its chlor-alkali facilities in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. The scope of the project includes the supply of proprietary cell elements, while the engineering package covers the cell room equipped with electrolyzers and all associated systems.
- May 2024: DCM Shriram Limited, one of the major players in the Indian chemical industry, announced the commissioning of its caustic soda expansion project in Jhagadia, Bharuch district. The project adds 850 tons per day (TPD) to the company's existing chemical complex, bringing its total caustic soda manufacturing capacity to 2,225 TPD.
Product Description
Caustic soda, also known as sodium hydroxide, is a multi-functional, highly corrosive compound that is produced and utilized in many end-user sectors across the globe. It is primarily produced through a technique known as the chlor-alkali process, in which salt solution is electrolyzed.
It is widely used in the manufacturing of chemicals, pulp and paper, textile manufacturing, petroleum production, water management, metallurgy, and pharmacy. In the manufacture of chemicals, it is utilized as a principal component in various formulas like soap, detergent, and dye.
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