Salicylic acid Price Chart & Market Analysis 2026

Salicylic acid Price Information Spec: China national standards;Industrial Grade

Newest Price 1,754.24

Price Date 20251211

Day's Change +25.69

Day's Range 1,754.24 - 1,779.93

Month's Change 0

Month's Range 0 - 0

Year's Change -1,583.99

Year's Range 0 - 1,583.99

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How do cosmetic-grade and pharmaceutical-grade salicylic acid demand differ in China?

Watch the regulatory angle too. China's cosmetics rules cap salicylic acid at 2% in leave-on products, which pushes innovation toward encapsulation rather than higher concentrations. That benefits specialty chemical suppliers over bulk producers.

What drives the price gap between regular and encapsulated salicylic acid in China?

Another factor is feedstock. Salicylic acid is made from phenol and CO2, so phenol price swings directly affect production costs. Buyers should track phenol markets, especially when planning annual contracts, as feedstock volatility often hits salicylic acid prices with a lag.

Is China's salicylic acid supply concentrated, and how does that affect buyers?

Don't overlook export dynamics. China is a major exporter of salicylic acid, so domestic prices are also influenced by overseas demand, especially from India and Southeast Asia for pharmaceutical use. Trade data can serve as an early indicator of domestic supply tightness.

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Overview

Salicylic acid (2-hydroxybenzoic acid, CAS 69-72-7) is a white crystalline powder with a melting point of 158–161°C and limited water solubility. It is a lipid-soluble beta-hydroxy acid widely used as a keratolytic agent, antiseptic, and chemical intermediate.

Cosmetics & personal care: penetrates oily pores to dissolve comedones and excess keratin, making it a core ingredient in anti-acne, blackhead, and pore-refining products.
Pharmaceuticals: used topically for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, helping to calm redness and support skin healing in acne and post-acne care.
Industrial: a key raw material for producing aspirin, dyes, preservatives, and rubber chemicals.

China is the world's largest producer of salicylic acid, with industrial-grade output dominating and a significant share exported. Domestic manufacturing began in the early 1990s and expanded rapidly, with major producers scaling up to become global leaders. Market reports indicate ongoing capacity expansion and a trend toward higher-value derivatives.

Key domestic producers:
Jingye Group – historically the world's largest salicylic acid producer, with capacity reaching 25,000 tons.
Hebei Jingye Chemical – a major industrial-grade manufacturer.

Properties

Name

Salicylic acid

2-hydroxy benzoic acid

2-Hydroxybenzoic Acid

ACETYLSALICYLIC ACID IMPURITY C

ACETYLSALISYLIC ACID IMP C

CAS Number

69-72-7

EINECS No.

200-712-3

Risk Codes

S26;S39;S37/39;S36;S36/37;S16

Safety Description

R22;R41;R36/37/38;R36;R20/21/22;R11

HS Code

2918211000; 2918230000

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Salicylic acid Price Information Spec: China national standards;Industrial Grade

Opinions

How do cosmetic-grade and pharmaceutical-grade salicylic acid demand differ in China?

What drives the price gap between regular and encapsulated salicylic acid in China?

Is China's salicylic acid supply concentrated, and how does that affect buyers?

Latest News

On December 11, the domestic price of salicylic acid was 14500 yuan.

On December 10th, Maoyuan Chemical's salicylic acid is priced at RMB 12,000.

On December 10th, the price of salicylic acid in Shandong was 10500 yuan.

On December 9, the price of salicylic acid in Zibo, Shandong was 10,300 yuan.

1 December 2020 domestic sulfuric acid is sold at 12,500 yuan per ton.

12 December: Domestic Salicylic Acid Price 10,400 Yuan

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