2026/04/03
Citric Acid Prices Rise Sharply: Causes, Trend Forecast & Urgent Procurement Adv
Recently, China’s citric acid market has seen a noticeable price increase. As of late March 2026, food-grade monohydrate citric acid has risen by 12%–15% month-on-month, while anhydrous citric acid maintains a firm upward trend. The current price surge is driven by higher raw material costs, tight supply and strong export demand.