| Agar Agar Prices, Chart, Index, Trends, News, Demand and Forecast
Agar Agar, a widely used hydrocolloid derived from red algae, continues to play a crucial role across the food, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and biotechnology industries.
NEW YORK - Nov. 17, 2025 - PRLog -- North America - In the United States and Canada, the Agar Agar Price Index slipped by roughly 2.5% quarter-over-quarter, largely due to muted industrial procurement and cautious purchasing behavior.
- The regional average price for the quarter settled near USD 13,200/MT (CFR East Coast North America) for imported volumes.
- Spot prices also trended lower as overseas suppliers issued discounts to accelerate shipments, while domestic buyers remained highly price-sensitive, exerting downward pressure on the Index.
APAC - In Japan, the Agar Agar Price Index declined by 3.07% quarter-over-quarter, primarily reflecting reduced import demand amid comfortable inventory positions.
- The quarterly average price hovered around USD 12,533.33/MT (CFR Tokyo) for imported material.
- Spot prices softened further as exporters trimmed their offers, and overall market sentiment remained cautious, with buyers delaying purchases or opting for smaller lots.
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Europe - Across major EU markets, the Agar Agar Price Index dipped by approximately 3.8% quarter-over-quarter, driven by slower industrial buying ahead of autumn financial planning cycles.
- The average price for the quarter stood at around USD 12,900/MT (CFR Rotterdam) for imports entering the region.
- Spot trading activity also weakened as suppliers lowered premiums to move inventory, while buyers approached tenders conservatively in anticipation of more favorable pricing.
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