Ashland increases prices for 1,4-Butanediol and derivatives in North America

Wilmington, DE – Ashland is increasing prices on 1,4-Butanediol (BDO) and several derivative products.

Product Amount of increase of 1,4 butanediol (BDO) at $0.14 per pound; n-methyl-pyrrolidone (NMP) at $0.18 – $0.35 per pound; 2-pyrrolidone (2-Pyrol) at $0.18 – $0.35 per pound; gamma-butyrolactone (BLO®) at $0.20 – $0.40 per pound; and tetrahydrofuran (THF) at $0.20 – $0.40 per pound.
The increases apply to North America and are effective October 1, 2021 or as agreements allow.
Micropure™ and other specialty grades, or packaged material may carry a larger price increase.