January 16th News: On January 16th, Changzhou Xinyang's phthalic anhydride plant has a capacity of 100,000 tons. The operating rate of the manufacturer's phthalic anhydride unit is less than 50%, with low inventory. The phthalic anhydride price is quoted at 6,300 yuan/ton, down by 50 yuan/ton. Chempricehub analysis of phthalic anhydride, long-short score: -1. The spot price of phthalic anhydride is quoted at 6,300 yuan/ton, down by 50 yuan/ton. The operating rate of Changzhou Xinyang's unit is less than 50% and inventory is low, indicating tightening supply but falling prices, reflecting weak market demand or oversupply. This situation reinforces the downward pressure on spot prices, with a score of -1, indicating a generally bearish impact.