BASF and AdvanSix announced price hikes for nylon and caprolactam amid supply chain disruptions from the Strait of Hormuz crisis. Analysts warn prolonged geopolitical tensions may sustain shortages de
ccin · 2026-08-24 00:00
BASF announced an 8-cent/lb price increase for caprolactam and nylon 6 products in North America effective September 1, citing global market volatility. This follows similar moves by competitor AdvanS
chemweek · 2026-08-18 06:07
Rising ammonia prices have increased production costs for European caprolactam and adipic acid producers, even amid weak demand. An ICIS podcast explores the market shift, procurement strategies, and
icis · 2026-07-27 00:00
AdvanSix Inc shares dropped 3.6% in June due to cyclical headwinds and demand fluctuations in agriculture and packaging. Despite stock weakness, the specialty chemicals producer continues investing in
AD HOC NEWS · 2026-06-08 10:53
BASF announced a 20 cents/lb price increase for caprolactam, nylon 6, and copolyamide in North America, effective April 1. The adjustment applies where contracts permit.
chemweek · 2026-03-24 04:20
Fibrant has suspended operations at its Dutch caprolactam plant due to low demand and high costs, idling 135,000 metric tons of annual capacity. Parent company Highsun will source supplies for the Eur
chemweek · 2026-03-04 23:27
BASF lifted force majeure on caprolactam, nylon 6, and ammonium sulfate after resolving issues at its Antwerp and Ludwigshafen sites. Production has restarted with immediate effect, restoring supply f
chemweek · 2026-01-29 23:07
BASF declared force majeure on caprolactam, nylon 6, and ammonium sulfate following damage to a precursor unit at its Antwerp plant. Supply disruptions are expected across both Antwerp and Ludwigshafe
chemweek · 2025-10-31 19:21
Fibrant plans to cease caprolactam manufacturing in the Netherlands, impacting its ammonium sulfate plant at the Geleen site as well.
chemweek · 2025-10-22 00:53