Price Adjustment Announcement
Nouryon, a leading global specialty chemicals company and major producer of organic peroxides, has announced a global price increase for its portfolio of ketone peroxide products, effective immediately or as contracts allow. The price adjustment reflects ongoing pressures from raw material costs, energy prices, logistics expenses, and continued investment in safety and sustainability across the organic peroxide supply chain.
Key Facts: Nouryon Price Increase
- Company: Nouryon (formerly AkzoNobel Specialty Chemicals)
- Products Affected: Ketone peroxide product lines, including MEKP and related formulations
- Scope: Global — all regions
- Effective Date: April 2026, as contracts permit
- Magnitude: Up to 15% increase depending on product grade and region
- Drivers: Raw materials, energy, logistics, safety/sustainability investment
Market Context
The ketone peroxide market, dominated by methyl ethyl ketone peroxide (MEKP) used for curing unsaturated polyester resins in the composites industry, has experienced significant cost pressures throughout 2025 and early 2026. Key factors include:
- Raw Material Costs: Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) and hydrogen peroxide feedstock prices have increased due to upstream petrochemical cost dynamics and supply constraints in key producing regions.
- Energy Costs: Manufacturing ketone peroxides is energy-intensive, and elevated electricity and natural gas prices in Europe and parts of Asia have contributed to higher production costs.
- Logistics Expenses: Specialized transport requirements for Class 5.2 hazardous materials, including temperature-controlled shipping, have seen cost increases across all modes.
- Regulatory Compliance: Stricter safety and environmental regulations globally require ongoing investment in facility upgrades, monitoring systems, and compliance management.
Industry Implications
The price increase is expected to have cascading effects through the composites supply chain, impacting manufacturers of fiberglass-reinforced plastics, cultured marble, polymer concrete, and gel coats. Industry participants may respond by:
- Evaluating alternative suppliers, including competitive offerings from Asia-based manufacturers such as Shandong Do Sender Chemicals
- Optimizing MEKP usage through improved dosing and process control
- Investigating alternative curing systems where technically feasible
- Negotiating longer-term supply agreements to manage price volatility
Shandong Do Sender Chemicals Position
As a major integrated producer of organic peroxides, Shandong Do Sender Chemicals Co., Ltd. continues to offer competitive and stable pricing for its ketone peroxide products. The company’s backward integration into key raw materials, large-scale production efficiency, and strategic location in China’s chemical manufacturing hub provide a cost structure that supports value delivery to global customers. Customers seeking reliable supply of MEKP and other ketone peroxides are encouraged to contact the Do Sender commercial team for current pricing and availability.
Disclaimer: This article reports on publicly available industry information. Shandong Do Sender Chemicals does not comment on competitor pricing strategies except as they relate to broader market trends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How will this price increase affect MEKP availability?
A: Nouryon has not indicated any supply constraints or allocation measures associated with this price adjustment. The increase appears to be price-driven (cost pass-through) rather than supply-driven. However, the broader ketone peroxide market remains sensitive to feedstock availability and logistics disruptions, and customers are advised to maintain diversified supply strategies to mitigate risk.
Q: Are other peroxide producers expected to follow with price increases?
A: Price leadership in the organic peroxide industry often follows a pattern where major global producers announce adjustments that are subsequently matched or partially matched by other suppliers. However, the competitive dynamics vary by region, product, and customer segment. Asian producers, benefiting from different cost structures and feedstock positions, may adopt independent pricing strategies. Customers should engage with their suppliers to understand the specific impact on their supply agreements.
Key Takeaways
- Nouryon has announced a global price increase of up to 15% for ketone peroxide products, effective April 2026.
- The increase is driven by raw material, energy, logistics, and regulatory compliance costs.
- The composites industry supply chain will feel downstream effects, potentially driving supplier diversification.
- Shandong Do Sender Chemicals offers a competitive alternative for MEKP and other ketone peroxides with stable pricing.
- Market participants should evaluate their supply strategies to manage cost and availability risks.