Amino Acids Prices Surge and Plunge at the Start of the Year

After the beginning of spring, with the Lantern Festival approaching, the amino acids market has already experienced significant changes before the end of the Chinese New Year. According to Mysteel's data collection, as of February 8th, prices of various amino acids in China have shown significant fluctuations. Specifically, the prices of L-lysine HCL and L-Threonine have notably decreased, with the national average price of L-Threonine dropping to 10,366.67 yuan per ton, a decrease of 11.27% compared to pre-holiday levels, a drop exceeding 1,000 yuan per ton. Conversely, the price of L-Methionine increased by more than 1,000 yuan per ton, with the national average price reaching 21,450 yuan per ton, representing a 5.49% increase compared to pre-holiday levels. The market continues to exhibit fluctuating trends, while there are signs of recovery and potential price increases for L-lysine Sulphate and L-Tryptophan.