2-EH from Taiwan faced limitations due to high freight rates across Asia

In the initial week of July 2024, the Japanese market for 2-Ethylhexanol (2-EH) exhibited stability, owing to a delicate balance between supply and demand. On the supply side, imports of 2-EH from Taiwan faced limitations due to significantly increased freight charges across Asia. Shipping costs for a standard 40-foot container rose by 7% in the third week of June alone, representing a substantial 233% rise compared to the previous year.

Read the full article on chemanalyst.com: Japanese 2-EH Market Stabilises Entering July 2024 Amidst Limited Demand