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naphtha

[naf-thuh, nap-] / ˈnæf θə, ˈnæp- /


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A cautious reopening of the Strait of Hormuz since the US-Iran deal was signed last week has yet to fully impact naphtha prices, which have dipped only slightly.

From Barron's Jun. 28, 2026

Around 60 percent of the naphtha imported to Asia comes from the Gulf.

From Barron's Jun. 28, 2026

Plastics and chemicals makers in Asia need naphtha and other oil derivatives from the Middle East and shortages have led them to reduce output.

From The Wall Street Journal May 21, 2026

Artience, a Japan-based printing ink manufacturer, said in April it planned to raise prices for its printing ink for plastic and paper products by 20%, citing the naphtha shortage.

From The Wall Street Journal May 12, 2026

That was something else to think of: the matches were running out, and so was the naphtha for the stove; she must keep the fire alight day and night from now on.

From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman




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