Acetic Anhydride price December 2025 and outlook (see chart below)
- North America:US$0.9/KG, unchanged
- Europe:US$0.81/KG, unchanged
- Northeast Asia:US$0.51/KG, unchanged
- Middle East:US$0.78/KG, unchanged
- India:US$0.83/KG, 1.2% up
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Recent market developments for Acetic Anhydride for December 2025
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Acetic Anhydride price index
This post is a summary of the Acetic anhydride price developments. The price developments of Acetic anhydride are expressed in US$ prices converted FX rates applicable at the time when the price was valid. Acetic anhydride price index developments are calculated from multiple separate sources of data to ensure statistical accuracy.
The outlook for Acetic anhydride prices, on the second tab, is generated from different inputs including:
- Very recent price developments of immediate cost drivers of Acetic anhydride prices
- Recent price developments of underlying feedstocks which drive the price of Acetic anhydride
- Market futures for both cost drives and feedstocks of Acetic anhydride prices
- Adjustment of current supply/demand imbalances in the Acetic anhydride market
- Longer term trends in likely demand conditions
Further information on the Acetic Anhydride price index
Here is some further information
What is Acetic anhydride
Acetic anhydride is a colorless, highly reactive liquid with a pungent, vinegar-like smell. It is an organic compound with the chemical formula C4H6O3. Acetic anhydride is a highly reactive compound and is used as a reagent in the synthesis of a wide range of chemical compounds.
How is Acetic anhydride produced
There are several methods for producing acetic anhydride. One common method involves the oxidation of acetaldehyde with a catalyst such as copper or palladium. Acetic anhydride can also be produced by the dehydration of glacial acetic acid, which is produced by the fermentation of carbohydrates.
What is Acetic anhydride used for
Acetic anhydride has a number of uses. It is widely used as a reagent in the synthesis of a variety of chemicals, including pharmaceuticals, dyes, and fragrances. It is also used in the production of plastics, resins, and adhesives. Acetic anhydride is used in the production of acetate fibers, which are used to make clothing and other textiles. It is also used in the production of cellulose acetate, which is used to make films and other products. Acetic anhydride is a toxic and flammable chemical and should be handled with caution in the laboratory.
Further reading
- Wikipedia for general, history, production and usage information
- PubChem for chemistry and property information
Trade information
According to https://oec.world/ :
Acetic anhydride are the world’s 2957th most traded product.
In 2020, the top exporters of Acetic anhydride were Mexico ($86.2M), United States ($76.2M), United Kingdom ($57.5M), Belgium ($55.4M), and India ($26.3M).
In 2020, the top importers of Acetic anhydride were Germany ($79.2M), Netherlands ($60.9M), Belgium ($59.1M), United States ($33.4M), and Switzerland ($21M).