This period, the chloroform market remained largely stable in a consolidation phase. Enterprise inventories faced no significant pressure. Meanwhile, planned shutdowns and maintenance at facilities in Shandong continued to reduce regional supply. On the raw material side, prices maintained their elevated levels, resulting in substantial losses for chloroform producers. Supported by maintenance news and high input costs, methane chloride suppliers issued steady quotations. The primary downstream sector—fluorocarbon refrigerant R22 (including ODS-grade and feedstock-grade)—operated at approximately 70% capacity utilization. Production focused mainly on feedstock-grade products, while downstream factories purchased strictly according to order requirements. In the short term, supply and demand are expected to remain relatively balanced with low inventory pressure. However, given that key raw materials such as methanol and liquid chlorine continue to trade at high prices, methane chloride producers face ongoing cost pressures and retain intentions to raise prices. Stakeholders should monitor upcoming market developments closely.
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