On January 13, Henan Kaijie's shell-based activated carbon (iodine value 300) was quoted at 4,800 RMB/ton, while coal-based tar columnar activated carbon was quoted at 13,000 RMB/ton, with a price increase of 20 RMB/ton. The current monthly production capacity of activated carbon is 300 tons.

PriceSeek Analysis:
Shell-Based Activated Carbon, Bull-Bear Score: 1
Henan Kaijie's shell-based activated carbon (iodine value 300) saw a price increase of 20 RMB/ton to 4,800 RMB/ton, indicating tightening spot market supply or strengthening demand, which is favorable for prices. This price hike reflects a short-term supply-demand imbalance, potentially boosting market bullish sentiment.

Coal-Based Tar Columnar Activated Carbon, Bull-Bear Score: 1
Henan Kaijie's coal-based tar columnar activated carbon rose by 20 RMB/ton to 13,000 RMB/ton, suggesting cost support or improved demand in the spot market, which is positive for prices. Although the increase is modest, it conveys an optimistic signal and may attract more buyers to support further spot price increases.