① The mainstream negotiated price for domestic MIBK today is 13,600 RMB/ton, remaining stable.
② The capacity utilization rate of domestic MIBK today is approximately 45%.
| Market | Product | Oct 27, 2026 | Oct 28, 2026 | Change (Value) | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Key Raw Materials | |||||
| East China | Acetone | 8,775 | 8,825 | +50 | +0.57% |
| MIBK | |||||
| East China | MIBK | 13,600 | 13,600 | 0 | 0.00% |
| South China | MIBK | 14,200 | 14,200 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Key Downstream Products | |||||
| North China | Antioxidant 4020 | 25,800 | 25,800 | 0 | 0.00% |
Data Source: Chempricehub Information
Based on the East China region, the mainstream negotiation range for MIBK in East China today was 13,500–13,700 RMB/ton, unchanged from the previous trading day. The East China MIBK market showed little fluctuation. While the acetone market rose slightly within a narrow range, holders maintained stable pricing operations. High prices persisted in the market, but downstream end-user procurement remained limited with poor acceptance of high prices. Consequently, the center of gravity for mainstream negotiations has not shifted.
The daily capacity utilization rate for the MIBK industry stood at approximately 45%. The daily profit margin for the MIBK industry was -494 RMB/ton.
The MIBK industry is expected to consolidate in the short term. Cost-side increases have been limited, while downstream demand follow-up is insufficient, resulting in low spot purchasing intent. Most holders are maintaining stable operations, leading to minimal short-term market fluctuations. Future attention should focus on the performance of the raw material acetone and the release pace of end-user procurement.
Acetone: Based on the East China region, the ex-factory price for liquid E-51 epoxy resin closed at 15,100–15,300 RMB/ton today, flat compared to the previous period. In the Huangshan area, the cash spot price for solid E-12 epoxy resin closed at 14,500–14,700 RMB/ton, unchanged from the previous trading day, aligning with morning market expectations. With stable raw material prices, epoxy resin plant offers remain steady. Actual downstream orders are moderate, resulting in a quiet market atmosphere and consolidated price centers.
Table 4: Domestic MIBK Data Overview (Unit: 10,000 tons; RMB/ton)
| Indicator | Release Time | Previous Period Data | Current Trend Forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly Capacity Utilization Rate of MIBK Industry | Thursday 17:00 PM | 54.39% | → |
| Weekly Output of MIBK Industry | Thursday 17:00 PM | 0.33 | → |
| Daily Profit Margin of MIBK Industry | Mon/Fri 17:00 PM | -239 | ↘ |
Data Source: Chempricehub Information
Notes:
1. ↓ ↑ indicates significant volatility, highlighting data dimensions with changes exceeding 3%.
2. ↗↘ indicates narrow-range volatility, highlighting data dimensions with changes within 0–3%.
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