The market price of n-butanol has been fluctuating with a weak trend.

1. Daily Summary

① Today, the domestic n-butanol price in South China fell by 75 yuan/ton, while prices remained stable in other regions.

② Today’s operating rates: Domestic n-butanol at 88%, butyl acrylate at 62%, butyl acetate at 62%, and DBP (Dibutyl Phthalate) at 40%.

2. Spot Market Overview

Table 1: Domestic n-Butanol Industry Chain Price Summary (Unit: Yuan/Ton)

Based on the Shandong region as the benchmark, today's n-butanol closed at 8300–8300 yuan/ton, consistent with morning expectations. The domestic n-butanol market exhibited weak volatility today. High-end quotations disappeared, and a wait-and-see attitude intensified among market participants. Although propylene feedstock prices declined, high production costs still provided some support. Market supply was ample, with downstream buyers primarily purchasing based on rigid demand at lower levels, showing resistance to higher prices. Inquiries and transactions were concentrated at the lower end of the price range.

Figure 1: Weekly Price Trend of Domestic n-Butanol (2025–2026) (Yuan/Ton)
Figure 2: Daily Regional Price Trends of Domestic n-Butanol (2026) (Yuan/Ton)
Data Source: Chempricehub

3. Production Dynamics

Today, the domestic capacity utilization rate for n-butanol stood at 88%. With propylene feedstock prices adjusting downward, current profitability for n-butanol is approximately 717 yuan/ton.

Figure 3: Daily Capacity Utilization Rate Trend of Domestic n-Butanol (2025–2026)
Figure 4: Comparison of Daily Profit and Price for Domestic n-Butanol (2026) (Yuan/Ton)
Data Source: Chempricehub

4. Price Forecast

Currently, market willingness to take delivery is low, with significant resistance to high prices. Downstream operators remain cautious, and market supply is ample. Prices are expected to continue fluctuating within a weak range.

5. Related Products Status

Isobutanol Market: The center of gravity for the domestic isobutanol market continued to rise today. While cost support weakened slightly, spot supply tightened due to reduced circulating inventory. Simultaneously, downstream operations gradually resumed, leading to increased rigid demand purchases. Influenced by tight supply and demand recovery, the isobutanol market center moved upward, driven by rigid buying interest.

6. Data Calendar

Table 2: Domestic n-Butanol Data Overview (Units: 10,000 tons, Yuan/Ton)