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Overall Analysis of Phthalic Anhydride Import and Export Data for August 2026

Published on 2026-09-28

According to customs statistics, China's phthalic anhydride imports in August 2026 totaled 234.556 tonnes, with cumulative year-to-date imports reaching 2,533.599 tonnes. The monthly import value was USD 284,777, while the cumulative import value stood at USD 2,889,753. The average unit price for the month was USD 1,214 per tonne. Import volumes decreased by 36.44% month-on-month but increased by 1.13% year-on-year. Cumulative import volumes rose by 15.67% compared to the same period last year.

China's phthalic anhydride exports in August 2026 reached 14,054.95 tonnes, with cumulative year-to-date exports totaling 130,094 tonnes. The monthly export value was USD 15,375,500, and the cumulative export value amounted to USD 131,499,800. The average unit price for the month was USD 1,093.95 per tonne. Export volumes declined by 11% month-on-month but grew by 7.23% year-on-year. Cumulative export volumes increased by 21.29% compared to the same period last year.

China Phthalic Anhydride Import and Export Statistics

Imports Exports
August import volume: 234.556 (tonnes) August export volume: 14,054.95 (tonnes)
Cumulative import volume: 2,533.599 tonnes Cumulative export volume: 130,094 tonnes
Cumulative import volume YoY change: +15.67% Cumulative export volume YoY change: +21.29%

Data source: General Administration of Customs

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  • Priya Kapoor 2026-09-28 20:12
    August’s sharp MoM drop in PA imports and exports signals softening downstream demand. While YTD growth remains robust, falling capacity utilization pressures margins. I expect near-term volatility as producers adjust o..
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