Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid

EDTA Market Dynamics and Intelligence Analysis Report

I. Market Price Trends

Benchmark Price Situation
- According to ChemNet data, the benchmark price of disodium ethylenediaminetetraacetate (EDTA-2Na) remained stable at RMB 13,500.00 per metric ton from June 22 to July 7, 2026, with no fluctuation observed.

Regional Price Disparities
- Jiangsu Province: In Nantong City, the market price for domestically produced, GB-standard EDTA was RMB 28,500.00 per metric ton; in Changzhou City, the market price for domestically produced EDTA (99% purity) was RMB 14,000.00 per kilogram; in Suzhou City, the ex-factory price for domestically produced EDTA (99% purity) stood at RMB 13.50 per kilogram.
- Shandong Province: In Jinan City, supplier quotations ranged between RMB 10,500 and RMB 13,700 per metric ton; Shandong Hongyang Chemical Co., Ltd. quoted RMB 12.00 per kilogram (99% purity); Shandong Yushuo Chemical Co., Ltd. exhibited price volatility—for instance, quoting RMB 12,000 per metric ton on April 25, 2026, and RMB 10,000 per metric ton during another period.
- Other Regions: A supplier in Hebei Province quoted RMB 12.00 per kilogram (99% purity, valid for three days).

II. Market Dynamics Analysis

Supply–Demand Relationship
- Supply Side: Domestic EDTA production capacity is gradually ramping up, with newly added annual capacity totaling 3,200 metric tons. The pace of capacity expansion closely aligns with downstream order growth. Moreover, the domestic substitution process is accelerating: leading domestic enterprises have achieved full self-sufficiency in high-purity-grade products and have begun exporting to Southeast Asia and the Middle East markets.
- Demand Side: Driven by the implementation of the \"Healthy China 2030\" Plan—spurring expansion of nutritionally fortified foods—and the revised \"Cosmetic Safety Technical Specifications,\" which impose stricter mandatory requirements for metal ion stability, demand for EDTA and its salts continues to rise. Notably robust growth has been observed in water treatment, personal care, and cosmetics industries.

Raw Material Price Volatility
- Ethylenediamine and chloroacetic acid—the core raw materials for EDTA synthesis—significantly influence production costs. In 2026, prices of both ethylenediamine and chloroacetic acid stabilized, resulting in a decline in raw material cost share to approximately 62% of total production cost—providing manufacturers with increased margin flexibility for R&D investment and environmental facility upgrades.

Policy and Regulatory Impact
- The Ministry of Ecology and Environment’s “Comprehensive Governance Program for Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) in Key Industries” and the revised “Emission Standards for Water Pollutants from the Chemical Industry” entered a phase of stricter enforcement in 2026. These regulations impose higher requirements on environmental facility upgrades and emission management for EDTA producers, thereby increasing operational costs.

III. Future Outlook

Price Trend Forecast
- In the short term, prices of EDTA and its salts are expected to remain stable or experience only minor fluctuations, influenced by supply–demand dynamics, raw material costs, and environmental policy enforcement. In the long term, accelerating domestic substitution and consolidation of competitive advantages among industry leaders will further optimize the market structure, supporting steady price growth.

Market Demand Outlook
- With continuous expansion of downstream application fields and rising demand, the market demand for EDTA and its salts is projected to maintain steady growth. Particularly strong growth potential exists in water treatment, personal care, and cosmetics sectors.

Competitive Landscape Outlook
- Market competition will intensify further. Leading enterprises will sustain competitive advantage through technological innovation and cost control. New entrants must adopt differentiated strategies—such as developing customized solutions—to gain market foothold. Meanwhile, tightening environmental regulations and the emergence of biodegradable alternatives necessitate increased R&D investment to launch higher-performance, more eco-friendly products aligned with evolving market needs.