April 28 News — On April 28, Henan Songshan Science & Technology Activated Carbon Factory released its price range as follows: Coconut shell activated carbon (iodine value 800–1150 mg/g): RMB 9,500–13,000 per ton, up RMB 50 per ton. Current activated carbon inventory is approximately 30%, with a monthly output of 200 tons. Chempricehub’s assessment of activated carbon: Bullish/Bearish Score: 1.5. The article reports that spot prices for activated carbon have increased by RMB 50 per ton, inventory remains low (30%), and monthly production is 200 tons, indicating tight supply and potentially rising demand, providing strong support for spot prices. This positive factor stems from improved supply-demand fundamentals, and spot prices are expected to continue rising in the near term.