May 20 News: Customs data shows that China's diethylene glycol (DEG) imports in April 2026 stood at 5,800 tons, down 29,900 tons or 83.75% from the previous month. The average import price for the month was $583.07 per ton. Cumulative imports for the January-April period of 2026 totaled 128,100 tons, a decrease of 32,000 tons or 19.99% year-on-year.

Chempricehub analysis: Diethylene glycol (DEG) Bullish/Bearish Rating: 1.52

In April 2026, China's DEG imports were only 5,800 tons, plunging 83.75% month-on-month, while cumulative imports from January to April fell 19.99% year-on-year. The significant contraction in import supply provides strong bullish support for spot DEG prices.