Pentaerythritol (PER, CAS 115-77-5) is a white crystalline polyol with four hydroxyl groups. It is a key raw material for alkyd resins, synthetic lubricants, plasticizers, and PCB soldermasks.
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Market Size & Regional Share
The global market size of pentaerythritol basic chemicals was approximately 1.83 billion US dollars in 2025 and is projected to reach 2.97 billion US dollars by 2035.
Regional distribution. The Asia-Pacific region is the largest consumption area, accounting for over 55% of global demand. Europe and North America together account for approximately 38%.
The market of Dipentaerythritol (DPE). As a high-value derivative, DPE achieved a market size of 420 million US dollars in 2025 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 3.9% to reach 640 million US dollars by 2036.
Why Prices Moved in 2025–2026
Supply constraints. Environmental relocation policies in China have temporarily reduced available capacity. PER production heavily depends on formaldehyde and acetaldehyde, which together account for 60–70% of production costs (QYResearch). Both feedstock markets have seen sustained price increases.
Rising PCB demand. Dipentaerythritol is a key curing agent in PCB soldermask formulations (>40% of DPE use). AI infrastructure growth has driven PCB demand sharply higher, pushing DPE prices up by over 200% from RMB 20,000/ton (2024) to RMB 70,000–80,000/ton (2025). An industry price increase of up to 100% took effect in January 2026.
Product Grades & Typical Applications
Industrial monopentaerythritol (≥98% purity) – Alkyd resins, general coatings, plastics.
High-purity monopentaerythritol (≥99.5%) – High-performance coatings, advanced lubricants, pharmaceutical intermediates.
Dipentaerythritol (DPE, 90–95% purity) – PCB soldermask curing agent (largest outlet), radiation-cure coatings, aviation lubricants.
Why Buyers Prefer Pentaerythritol Over Competing Polyols
Versus glycerin in alkyd resins. PER-based alkyds dry faster, give harder films, and retain gloss better. With VOC regulations shifting formulations to high-solids and waterborne systems, PER is increasingly preferred for premium coatings.
Versus trimethylolpropane (TMP). PER has four hydroxyl groups vs. TMP’s three. This higher functionality enables greater crosslinking density, making PER ideal for high-performance coatings and advanced synthetic lubricants.
Why SNOWHITE CHEMICAL CO., LTD.
We are not a trading shell – we work directly with China’s major production bases to secure consistent quality and capacity.
• Real-time pricing – Weekly updates on mono-PER and DPE markets.
• Quality assurance – COA, batch traceability, and third-party inspection upon request.
• Flexible ordering – From sample bags (for formulation testing) to full containers.
• Logistics expertise – Export documentation, container booking, and delivery tracking.
Secure Your PER Supply
Contact SNOWHITE CHEMICAL CO., LTD. for:
• Current FOB quotes for monopentaerythritol (≥98% / ≥99.5%) and dipentaerythritol
• COA documents and manufacturer batch traceability
• Sample orders for formula qualification
• Volume discounts and flexible payment terms
Contact Us
Contact SNOWHITE CHEMICAL CO., LTD now to get COA, free samples and the latest quotation.
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