# Platts to update the specifications of its granular MOP CFR Brazil assessment, Sept. 15 | S&P Global

> Platts will change the specifications of its weekly granular MOP CFR Brazil assessment effective September 15, 2026. Changes include a 60-61% K2O grade, larger 10,000-20,000 tonne quantities, CFR Santos delivery 20-45 days forward, and a new close value.

- Date: 2026-08-18 · published 2026-08-18T12:00:00.000Z
- Category: report · region Brazil · magnitude low
- Page: https://feedsoft.ai/events/18220-platts-to-update-the-specifications-of-its-granular-mop-cfr-brazil-assessment
- Commodities: [Potash (KCl)](https://feedsoft.ai/c/POTASH.md)

## Why it matters

This is a methodology change to a price benchmark, not a market event. It affects how Brazilian potash prices are reported but does not itself move supply or demand.

## Read by commodity

- POTASH: neutral

## Sources

- spglobal.com: https://www.spglobal.com/energy/en/pricing-benchmarks/our-methodology/subscriber-notes/081826-platts-to-update-the-specifications-of-its-granular-mop-cfr-brazil-assessment-sept-15

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