February 2 News — On February 2, the maleic anhydride market in Shandong region showed weak consolidation. The ex-factory price of solid maleic anhydride hovered around 4,950 yuan/ton, while the ex-factory price of liquid maleic anhydride remained near 4,750 yuan/ton. The auction transaction price in East China declined, with downstream demand primarily driven by rigid needs. Chempricehub's analysis of maleic anhydride indicates a bearish score of -1. The article highlights that the maleic anhydride market in Shandong region is experiencing weak consolidation, with solid maleic anhydride ex-factory prices around 4,950 yuan/ton and liquid maleic anhydride ex-factory prices around 4,750 yuan/ton. The auction transaction price in East China has decreased, and downstream demand is mainly driven by rigid needs. This suggests that market supply is relatively sufficient, but demand remains sluggish, lacking strong support. Prices are facing downward pressure, which generally exerts a bearish impact on the spot price of maleic anhydride.