According to monitoring data from Business Society, as of November 16, 2023, the reference price of n-butanol in the Shandong region of China was 7616 yuan/ton. Compared with November 1 (reference price of n-butanol was 7413 yuan/ton), the price increased by 203 yuan/ton, an increase of 1.78%.

From the data monitoring chart of the Business Society, it can be seen that this week, the overall market situation of n-butanol in the Shandong region of China has shown a steady upward trend, and the trading center of the n-butanol market has been constantly exploring. Entering this week, downstream demand for n-butanol has been concentrated, and downstream replenishment and stocking have been concentrated. The inquiry atmosphere on the n-butanol market has improved, boosting confidence among operators, and the demand side has supported the recovery of the low level of the n-butanol market. As of November 16th, the domestic market price of n-butanol in Shandong region is around 7500-7700 yuan/ton, the price of n-butanol in North China region is around 7600-7700 yuan/ton, the price of n-butanol in South China region is around 8200-8350 yuan/ton, and the price of n-butanol in East China region is around 7950-8050 yuan/ton.

Aftermarket analysis of n-butanol

At present, the overall supply of n-butanol is abundant, and the supply side gives general market support. The recovery of n-butanol market is driven by the improvement of the demand side. Whether the demand side can continue to give market support needs to continue to be concerned. The n-butanol data engineer of the business society believes that in the short term, the domestic n-butanol market will mostly stabilize and adjust its operation.

Product Name: Neopentyl Glycol

Latest price (November 15th): 0100.00 yuan/ton

On November 15th, the domestic market price of neopentyl glycol slightly decreased, with a decrease of 225 yuan/ton compared to November 14th, a decrease of 2.18%, and a year-on-year increase of 4.48%. The raw material isobutyraldehyde market has recently stabilized at a low level, with average cost support. The downstream polyester resin market is average, and downstream customers have weak enthusiasm for purchasing neopentyl glycol.

In the future, it is expected that the domestic market price of neopentyl glycol may fluctuate slightly and decline. The average market price is around 10000 yuan/ton.

1、 Price trend

According to the Commodity Analysis System of the Business Society, the domestic market for imported potassium chloride has slightly increased this week. The price of potassium chloride has increased from 3025.00 yuan/ton at the beginning of the week to 3062.50 yuan/ton at the end of the week, an increase of 1.24%. On November 14th, the potassium chloride (imported) commodity index was 97.22, unchanged from yesterday, a decrease of 44.32% from the cycle’s highest point of 174.60 points (2022-06-21), and an increase of 66.90% from the lowest point of 58.25 points on August 6th, 2020. (Note: The cycle refers to the period from March 1st, 2012 to present)

2、 Market analysis

The prices of mainstream domestic potassium chloride distributors have slightly increased this week. The arrival price of 60% white potassium in Qinghai is around 2800-2850 yuan/ton, and the self raised price of 62% white potassium in ports is around 2900-2950 yuan/ton. The self raised price of 60% Dahong granules at the port is around 3050-3150 yuan/ton. Border trade accounts for 62% of Russian white potassium at around 2800-2900 yuan/ton.

From the downstream market situation of potassium chloride, the price of potassium carbonate in the market has slightly increased this week, rising from 7480.00 yuan/ton at the beginning of the week to 7500.00 yuan/ton at the weekend, an increase of 0.27%, and a year-on-year decrease of 18.14% over the weekend. The market price of potassium nitrate slightly increased this week, rising from 5400.00 yuan/ton at the beginning of the week to 5425.00 yuan/ton at the weekend, an increase of 0.46%. The weekend price decreased by 7.66% year-on-year. Overall, the downstream market for potassium chloride has slightly increased, and downstream customers’ demand for potassium chloride has increased.

3、 Future Market Forecast

In mid to late November, the overall trend of potassium chloride market may fluctuate and rise in a narrow range, with consolidation being the main trend. The prices of potassium chloride in salt lakes and Zangge are temporarily stable. The downstream market of potassium chloride has slightly increased, and downstream demand has increased, with primary demand for procurement. The circulation of potassium chloride is tight, and the supply of goods at the port has slightly increased. Analysts from the Business Society believe that domestic potassium chloride import prices may slightly increase in the short term.

1、 Price trend

Taking sulfuric acid based rutile titanium dioxide, which has a large volume of sales in the domestic market, as an example, according to data monitoring by Business News, the average price of domestic titanium dioxide last Monday was 17300 yuan/ton, while this Monday’s average price was 17266.67 yuan/ton. The daily price decreased slightly within 7 days, with a magnitude of 0.19%.

2、 Market analysis

The domestic titanium dioxide market has slightly declined. Overall, the situation is still dominated by foreign trade orders, while the domestic terminal market situation is relatively light. At present, the transaction situation of new orders is not good, and there is a strong wait-and-see sentiment in the market, resulting in reduced demand. Major manufacturers often observe the pricing policies of leading manufacturers, and currently the main focus is on stability in various markets. As of now, most domestic quotations for rutile titanium dioxide are between 16700-18600 yuan/ton; The quotation for anatase titanium dioxide is around 15000-15500 yuan/ton; The quotation for chlorinated titanium dioxide is around 19600 yuan/ton. The actual transaction price is negotiated separately.

In terms of titanium concentrate, the market price of titanium concentrate in the Panxi region has slightly decreased. Downstream titanium dioxide enterprises have average market conditions and poor market demand, so they are more cautious in purchasing. As of now, the tax-free quotation for grade 38-42 titanium ore is around 1460-1480 yuan/ton, the tax-free quotation for grade 46 10 titanium concentrate is around 2100-2200 yuan/ton, and the quotation for grade 47 20 titanium concentrate is around 2350-2480 yuan/ton. In the short term, the market price of titanium concentrate is weak and stable, and the actual transaction price is negotiable.

In terms of sulfuric acid, the domestic sulfuric acid market price has increased. According to data monitoring from Business Society, the average price of sulfuric acid was 262 yuan/ton last Monday, and 267 yuan/ton this Monday, with a price increase of 3.05%. The upstream sulfur market has recently slightly increased, with increased cost support. The downstream hydrofluoric acid market has stabilized at a high level, while the titanium dioxide market has slightly decreased. Downstream customers have average enthusiasm for purchasing sulfuric acid.

3、 Future Market Forecast

Business Society Titanium Dioxide Analyst believes that currently, the price of titanium concentrate in the Panxi region has slightly decreased, and upstream raw material support is limited. The downstream market situation is light, and market confidence is insufficient. Buying up or not buying down implies a stronger trend, and most enterprises are watching the latest price policies of major manufacturers. It is expected that the titanium dioxide market will operate weakly and steadily in the short term, and the actual transaction price will be negotiated separately.

Wide consolidation of plasticizer DOTP prices in November

According to the Commodity Market Analysis System of the Business Society, as of November 10th, the price of DOTP was 11450 yuan/ton, an increase of 1.78% compared to the fluctuating price of 11250 yuan/ton on November 1st. In November, the price of isooctanol rose and fell sharply, and PTA prices fluctuated and consolidated. Under the influence of cost factors, the price of DOTP in November adjusted widely.

PTA prices fluctuated and consolidated in November

According to the Commodity Market Analysis System of the Business Society, on November 10th, the PTA price was 5888 yuan/ton, a fluctuating decrease of 0.83% compared to the price of 5937 yuan/ton on November 1st. The chemical fiber market is operating in a weak state, with a general trading atmosphere and poor demand for PTA. Crude oil prices have fluctuated and decreased significantly, resulting in a decrease in PTA costs. PTA prices have been volatile and consolidated in November.

The price of isooctanol skyrocketed and plummeted

According to the quotations from major isooctanol manufacturers, it can be seen that in November, the price of isooctanol continued its downward trend in October, and the quotations from major isooctanol manufacturers plummeted by 400 to 600 yuan/ton. This week, the prices of isooctanol manufacturers rebounded significantly; On November 10th, the price of isooctanol decreased by 200 to 300 yuan/ton. In November, the price of propylene first fell and then surged, with a wide adjustment in the cost of isooctanol. Downstream plasticizer companies started at a low level, resulting in poor demand for isooctanol and a wide adjustment in the price of isooctanol.

Future expectations

Analysts from Business Society’s plasticizer product data believe that in November, PTA prices first fell and then rose, while the prices of isooctanol and plasticizer DOTP were broadly consolidated; The plastic market is weak, and downstream customers have poor purchasing enthusiasm. The demand for plasticizer DOTP remains weak. Overall, raw materials have surged and fallen sharply, while demand remains weak. It is expected that the price of plasticizer DOTP will consolidate broadly in the future.