January 14th News
On January 14th, Hebei Shunkang Coconut Shell Activated Carbon with an iodine value of 800 was quoted at 9,500 yuan/ton (including tax, ex-factory), with a price increase of 50 yuan/ton. Currently, the reduction in coconut shell production in Southeast Asia has led to a rise in the price of imported raw materials, driving up the cost of coconut shell activated carbon.

Chempricehub Analysis of Activated Carbon:
Bull-Bear Score: +1.5
The article reports that the spot price of Hebei Shunkang Coconut Shell Activated Carbon with an iodine value of 800 has increased by 50 yuan/ton to 9,500 yuan/ton (including tax, ex-factory). This is mainly due to the reduction in coconut shell production in Southeast Asia, which has raised the price of imported raw materials and increased production costs. This cost-driven factor indicates tight supply, which is favorable for spot prices. It is expected that upward price pressure will persist in the short term. The score of +1.5 reflects relatively strong positive sentiment, as the price increase is clear and the cost factor is sustainable, though it has not reached the level of a significant surge.