In the current period (September 4–10, 2026), Chempricehub statistics show that as of September 10, the weekly average profit of butyl acrylate was -1,022 RMB/mt, down 34.05% week on week. The cost of butyl acrylate was 10,242 RMB/mt, up 5.46% week on week.
Table: Weekly Cost and Profit Data Comparison for China Acrylic Acid and Esters Sample
Unit: RMB/mt
| Product | Sep 3 | Sep 10 | Change | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butyl acrylate profit | -762.4 | -1,022 | -259.6 | -34.05% |
| Butyl acrylate cost | 9,712 | 10,242 | 530 | 5.46% |
Sample note: On the data release date, the acrylic acid prices compiled by Chempricehub are used for theoretical cost and profit monitoring.
Term definitions:
Cost: Production cost is the sum of direct expenses, direct labor, and indirect manufacturing expenses incurred by an enterprise to produce a certain type and quantity of products. Acrylic acid production cost refers to the theoretical production cost from raw material (propylene) sources.
Profit: Acrylic acid production profit calculated based on the prices of acrylic acid petrochemical enterprises, i.e., market price minus total cost and additional expenses (excluding financial expenses).
Statistical methodology: The statistical period is from last Friday to this Thursday, and the profit data comparison is between this Thursday and last Thursday. Chempricehub's acrylic acid product profit is first-hand statistical data, released on working days every Thursday from 15:00 to 17:00.
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