Episode 531: PODCAST: Asia Phenol, Acetone supported by tight supply, strong derivatives

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English - February 09, 2021 00:00 - 7 minutes - 4.65 MB
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SINGAPORE (ICIS)—Asia’s phenol and acetone prices have been supported by snug supply, arising from turnarounds and reduced production across Asia, Europe and the US.

In this episode of the ICIS Asia podcast, Senior Editor Jasmine Khoo speaks with Angeline Soh, editor in charge of the Asia-Pacific Acetone and Phenol Reports on the recent development.

- Consecutive turnarounds and reduced production in major regions
- Strong consumption from downstream
- India surprised by reversal of ADD on US phenol imports