On January 7, the DBP market in Jiangsu region showed strong consolidation, with a quoted price of 6,850 yuan/ton. In Shandong region, the DBP market also exhibited strong consolidation, with a quoted price of 6,750 yuan/ton. Meanwhile, in Zhejiang region, the DBP market remained strong and consolidated, with a quoted price of 7,000 yuan/ton.

On the same day, the price of n-butanol, a raw material for the plasticizer DBP, fluctuated and rose, while the price of phthalic anhydride increased. The price of isooctanol remained strong and stable. The rising cost of DBP raw materials contributed to the overall market dynamics. PVC prices experienced fluctuating consolidation, and downstream demand remained weak.

DBP production equipment operated at a slightly reduced capacity, though supply remained sufficient. DBP factory inventories were at low levels, while downstream customers showed moderate purchasing enthusiasm. Transaction prices were determined through negotiation, ranging between 6,750 and 7,000 yuan/ton.

Overall, the DBP market demonstrated strong consolidation, with reduced downward pressure and increased upward momentum, reinforcing the trend of strong consolidation in the DBP market.