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Discover how and why P&G has woven palm sustainability into its business model, ensuring that its policies meet the highest environmental and social standards.

Francis Wiederkehr, Tropical Oils ESG Sustainability Director

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P&G’s Journey to Palm Oil Shared Responsibility Excellence | P&G Chemicals

Read about P&G Chemicals’ debut of new carbon footprint solutions, including low to carbon-negative options (calculated from cradle to gate with biogenic uptake).

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Exciting Developments: Tomorrow Starts Here! | P&G Chemicals

Learn why the first half of 2024 was tumultuous for oleochemical logistics, with pricing and supply issues reminiscent of the early years of the COVID pandemic.

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Here’s What’s Driving Challenges in Oleochemicals Logistics

What’s Driving Challenges in Oleochemicals Logistics | P&G Chemicals

See what a young P&G Chemicals account executive in glycerin customer development wants others to know based on her insights, experience and knowledge to date.

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P&G Chemicals: The Chemical Industry from the Eyes of a New Hire

The Chemical Industry from the Eyes of a New Hire | P&G Chemicals

Our P&G Chemicals Asia Market Update for January 2021 discusses the recent significant shifts in fundamentals across the Oleochemicals market. Learn more today.

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Asia Oleochemicals Market Update January, 2021

Asia Oleochemicals Market Update -  January 2021 | P&G Chemicals

Asia Oleochemicals Market Update - January 2021 | P&G Chemicals

Our P&G Chemicals European Market Update for April 2021 discusses the significant shifts in fundamentals across the Oleochemicals market. Learn more today.

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European Oleochemicals Market Update April, 2021

European Oleochemicals Market Update- April 2021 | P&G Chemicals

Our P&G Chemicals European Market Update for July 2021 discusses the significant shifts in fundamentals across the Oleochemicals market. Learn more today.

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European Oleochemicals Market Update July, 2021

European Oleochemicals Market Update - July 2021 | P&G Chemicals

Our P&G Chemicals Oil News Update for January 2021 discusses the significant shifts in fundamentals across the oils market. Learn more today.

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Oil News January, 2021

Oil News - January 2021 | P&G Chemicals

Learn why P&G Chemicals continues investing in customer relationships and striving to provide the win-win solutions and best-in-class service our clients expect.

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Building Strong Oleochemical Customer Bonds for Mutual Success

Strong Oleochemical Customer Bonds for Mutual Success | P&G Chemicals

Learn how October-November 2021 has affected the pricing relationship between CNO and PKO and resulted in the highest prices of tropical oils in quite a while.

Oil News - Indonesian Production Causes Surge in Tropical Oil Prices

Indonesian Production Causes Surge in Tropical Oil Prices

Even with weak demand, lower than expected production could result in global supplies of palm oil and PKO ending the year approximately flat compared with 2022.

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Tropical Oil Production Potentially Disappointing in 2023

Tropical Oil Production Potentially Disappointing in 2023 | P&G Chemicals

Tropical oil prices have been at historic high levels during the first half of 2022, resulting in little price relief for end users and consumers this year.

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Seeking Stability and Value in the Tropical Oil Supply

Seeking Stability and Value in the Tropical Oil Supply | P&G Chemicals

Prices of tropical oils have declined notably into the final half of this year; yet, there are still some key variables to keep top of mind.

Monitoring the Moves in the Tropical Oils Market

Monitoring the Moves in the Tropical Oils Market | P&G Chemicals

Our P&G Chemicals Oil News Update for June 2021 discusses the significant shifts in fundamentals across the oils market. Learn more today.

Oil News June, 2021

Oil News - June 2021 | P&G Chemicals

Our P&G Chemicals Oil News Update for September 2021 discusses the significant shifts in fundamentals across the oils market. Learn more today.

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Oil News September, 2021

Oil News - September 2021 | P&G Chemicals

Our P&G Chemicals Oil News Update for April 2021 discusses the significant shifts in fundamentals across the oils market. Learn more today.

Oil News April, 2021

Oil News - April 2021 | P&G Chemicals

Lauric oils prices have remained at near parity with those of palm oil in 2023, but numerous key factors seem likely to support increased demand for lauric oils.

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Here’s Why the Global Lauric Oils Market is Heating Up

Here’s Why the Lauric Oils Market is Heating Up | P&G Chemicals

Lauric oils have found price support, palm oil has been at a record discount to soybean oil, and energy policies and crude petroleum oil prices have had impacts.

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Tropical Oils End 2022 in Pursuit of Demand

Tropical Oils End 2022 in Pursuit of Demand | P&G Chemicals

On the heels of a key tropical and lauric oils sector conference, gain fresh perspectives on the palm oil, palm kernel oil, soybean oil and coconut oil markets.

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Tropical Oil Prices Rise Following Decline in Palm Production

Tropical Oil Prices Rise After Decline in Palm Production | P&G Chemicals

Gain insights on why P&G Chemicals sees a dynamic year ahead for the oleochemicals sector, due in part to volatility in the Red Sea as well as drought in Panama.

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Oleochemicals Sector Appears Poised for a Dynamic Year Ahead

Oleochemicals Sector Seems Poised for a Dynamic Year Ahead | P&G Chemicals

Numerous factors have impacted the U.S. economy and oleochemicals sector; however, P&G Chemicals remains resilient and ready to support our customers’ needs.

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Taking a Topical Look at the U.S. Economy and Oleochemicals Sector

Topical Look at the U.S. Economy & Oleochemicals Sector | P&G Chemicals

Gain insight into some of the factors that have been driving volatility in the North American oleochemicals market, and what may transpire next in the sector.

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In a Volatile Market, P&G Chemicals Offers Supply Assurance

In a Volatile Market Discover Supply Assurance | P&G Chemicals

Hear from Julio Dominguez, Market Strategy & Planning Director at P&G Chemicals, about the hope that came from the positive economic indicators of this new year of 2022.

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Glimmer of Hope for North American Oleochemical Market in 2022

2022 Glimmer of Hope for North American Oleochemical Market

Our P&G Chemicals North American Market Update for June 2021 discusses the significant shifts in fundamentals across the Oleochemicals market.

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North American Oleochemicals Market Update June, 2021

North American Oleochemical Market - June 2021 | P&G Chemicals

Inventory overhang and supply chain easing have been the story for much of 2023 in the North American oleochemicals market. See what P&G Chemicals is watching now.

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North American Oleochemicals Market Update: Assessing Then and Now

North American Oleochemicals Market Update: Then & Now | P&G Chemicals

Our P&G Chemicals North American Market Update for April 2021 discusses the significant shifts in fundamentals across the Oleochemicals market.

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North American Oleochemicals Market Update April, 2021

North American Oleochemical Market - April 2021 | P&G Chemicals

As flux continues in the North American oleochemicals market, a responsive strategy, robust supply chain assurance and a focus on honoring agreements are key.

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Overcoming Challenges in the North American Oleochemicals Market

Overcoming Challenges: North American Oleochemicals Market | P&G Chemicals

Our P&G Chemicals North American Market Update for September 2021 discusses the significant shifts in fundamentals across the Oleochemicals market.

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North American Oleochemicals Market Update September, 2021

North American Oleochemical Market - September 2021 | P&G Chemicals

Our P&G Chemicals North American Market Update for January 2021 discusses the significant shifts in fundamentals across the Oleochemicals market.

North American Oleochemicals Market Update January, 2021

North American Oleochemical Market - January 2021 | P&G Chemicals

Demand for glycerin in pharmaceutical applications is strong, while use in food and personal care appears balanced, and industrial applications remain challenged.

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Global Glycerin Market Sending Mixed Signals

Global Glycerin Market Sending Mixed Signals | P&G Chemicals

Our P&G Chemicals Global Glycerin Market Update for April 2021 discusses the significant shifts in fundamentals across the market. Learn more today.

Global Glycerin Market Update April, 2021

Global Glycerin Market Update - April 2021 | P&G Chemicals

Our P&G Chemicals Global Glycerin Market Update for January 2021 discusses the significant shifts in fundamentals across the market. Learn more today.

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Global Glycerin Market Update January, 2021

Global Glycerin Market Update - January 2021 | P&G Chemicals

Our P&G Chemicals Global Glycerin Market Update for September 2021 discusses the significant shifts in fundamentals across the market. Learn more today.

Global Glycerin Market Update September, 2021

Global Glycerin Market Update - September 2021 | P&G Chemicals

We will leverage our strong logistics network to protect supply for our valued long-term customers and remain your reliable supplier of high-quality glycerin.

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Gauging What’s Going on in the Global Glycerin Market

Gauging What’s Going on in the Global Glycerin Market | P&G Chemicals

Gain insight on the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) as it relates to the oleochemicals industry, and what’s seen as a key logistical consideration.

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Readying for the EUDR: A Hot Topic in the Oleochemicals Industry

Readying for the EUDR in the Oleochemicals Industry | P&G Chemicals

Disruption and inflationary pressure are among factors impacting confidence regarding demand across European industries, including in the oleochemicals market.

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Disruption Driving Volatility in Europe’s Oleochemicals Market

Volatility Ongoing in Europe’s Oleochemicals Market | P&G Chemicals

At P&G Chemicals, we follow the promises we made decades ago to honor our agreements and provide oleochemicals expertise in the European market.

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Delivering on Promises During Unprecedented Market Challenges

Delivering Promises Through Unexpected Market Challenges | P&G Chemicals

Chemical trades in Europe during July-September were slower than usual. Click here to learn about overall demand for agrochemicals, lubricants and antioxidants.

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Monitoring Supply and Demand in the European Oleochemicals Sector

Watching Supply & Demand: European Oleochemicals Sector | P&G Chemicals

Collectively, we’ve watched supply chain processes restart, but ultimately stall again. Learn about the factors influencing European Market Dynamics in November 2021.

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European Oleochemicals Market Update November, 2021

European Market Dynamics Update – November 2021 | P&G Chemicals

Our P&G Chemicals European Market Update for January 2021 discusses the significant shifts in fundamentals across the Oleochemicals market. Learn more today.

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European Oleochemicals Market Update January, 2021

European Oleochemicals Market Update - January 2021 | P&G Chemicals

The European oleochemicals market has seen significant volatility but as P&G Chemicals shares, June-December 2023 may bring better stability and predictability.

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Uncertainty Remains in European Oleochemicals Market

European Oleochemicals Market Remains Uncertain | P&G Chemicals

Learn why Asia’s oleochemicals market may be poised for flux in supply and demand and how P&G Chemicals is equipped to navigate the ups, downs, twists and turns.

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Traversing the Twists and Turns in Asia’s Oleochemicals Market

Traversing the Twists and Turns in Asia’s Oleochemicals Market  | P&G Chemicals

Gain an insider’s view of how increased demand, supply and logistical challenges, and regulatory influences have powered volatility in the oleochemicals sector.

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Here’s What’s Driving Oleochemicals Market Flux in Asia & Beyond

Oleochemicals Market in Flux in Asia & Beyond | P&G Chemicals

Asia’s oleochemicals industry continues to operate in an environment of cost and currency volatility, compounded by other challenges.

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Asia’s Oleochemicals Sector Weathering Volatility, Seasonal Impacts

Asia’s Oleochemicals Sector Weathering Volatility | P&G Chemicals

Our P&G Chemicals Asia Market Update for July 2021 discusses the recent significant shifts in fundamentals across the Oleochemicals market. Learn more today.

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Asia Oleochemicals Market Update July, 2021

Asia Oleochemicals Market Update - July 2021 | P&G Chemicals

Our P&G Chemicals Asia Market Update for April 2021 discusses the recent significant shifts in fundamentals across the Oleochemicals market. Learn more today.

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Asia Oleochemicals Market Update - April 2021 | P&G Chemicals

Our P&G Chemicals Asia Market Update for October 2021 discusses the recent significant shifts in fundamentals across the Oleochemicals market. Learn more today.

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Asia Oleochemicals Market Update October, 2021

Asia Oleochemicals Market Update - October 2021 | P&G Chemicals

Inflation, regional tensions, a fluid Indonesia export duty structure for palm, and other factors have added to the volatility in Asia’s oleochemicals market.

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Eyes are on Asia’s Oleochemicals Market – Here’s What’s Happening

Eyes are on Asia’s Oleochemicals Market | P&G Chemicals

Learn factors that have impacted the Asia oleochemicals market and how our team has responded, focusing on supply assurance and contractual commitments to customers.

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Supporting Customer Needs in Asia’s Volatile Oleochemicals Market

Aiding Customer Needs in Asia’s Oleochemicals Market | P&G Chemicals

On International Women’s Day and beyond, embracing gender equity is a key way P&G Chemicals supports its employees and better serves its oleochemicals customers.

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6 Steps to Help Crack the Code on Gender Equity

6 Steps to Help Crack the Code on Gender Equity | P&G Chemicals

The oleochemicals industry faces increased challenges, but P&G Chemicals will work with our customers, suppliers and stakeholders to build the future together.

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Stepping Up to Surmount Challenges in the Oleochemicals Industry

Surmounting Challenges in the Oleochemicals Industry | P&G Chemicals

At P&G, our team remains committed to the responsible sourcing of palm. We protect forests, promote sustainable ecosystems, and more.

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