
Calcium Hydroxide - China CAS: 1305-62-0

H2 2026 begins with a critical decision window for chemical procurement professionals. From India duty deadlines and Gulf supply recovery to freight renegotiation, fertilizer contracts, and regulatory compliance, these ten strategic decisions could define procurement performance for the rest of the year.

The INPEX‑Ichthys LNG industrial dispute has exposed hidden fragilities within the LNG supply chain, putting buyers and chemical producers on notice. This article explores the dispute’s implications for energy security, feedstock availability and procurement strategy, offering practical lessons for the Asia Pacific market.

Ammonium sulphate supply is tightening as European steel sector restructuring reduces by-product production while trade restrictions constrain Chinese imports. Fertilizer buyers in Asia are facing rising sourcing costs as supply pressure builds globally.

Southeast Asia is emerging as a major alternative sourcing hub as chemical supply chains diversify beyond traditional markets.

Naphtha markets remain under pressure as Japan relies on strategic reserves and South Korean producers declare force majeure across downstream contracts. Procurement teams across plastics and fibers face difficult sourcing decisions while waiting for post-ceasefire supply normalization.

Guinea’s bauxite export controls could reshape China’s aluminium supply chain, affecting alumina production, caustic soda demand and chemical procurement decisions. Buyers need to understand the downstream impact of changing raw material policies.
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