May 20 Report
On May 20, Hebei Shunkang’s coconut shell activated carbon with an iodine value of 800 was quoted at RMB 9,500/ton (ex-works, tax included), up RMB 50/ton. Currently, the coconut shell activated carbon market is characterized by weak supply, low inventory, and high costs, which may lead to continued price increases.

Chempricehub Comment on Activated Carbon – Bull/Bear Rating: +1
Spot Market: On May 20, Hebei Shunkang quoted coconut shell activated carbon (iodine value 800) at RMB 9,500/ton (ex-works, tax included), an increase of RMB 50/ton.
The current market situation for coconut shell activated carbon is marked by weak supply, low inventory levels, and high production costs, providing strong support for prices. There is an expectation of sustained price increases going forward, which is positive for the activated carbon market outlook.