Trading activity is generally sluggish, with the isopropanol market in a weak consolidation phase.

1. Today's Summary

① The main plant in Shandong is quoting at 9,300 RMB/ton.

② Today's domestic isopropanol industry capacity utilization rate was 54%.

2. Spot Market Overview

Table 1: Domestic Isopropanol Price Summary (Unit: RMB/ton)

Source: Chempricehub Information

Based on the East China region, today's isopropanol closed at 9,000 RMB/ton, down 50 RMB/ton from the previous trading day. Raw material acetone prices weakened, and production plants mostly maintained stable offers. The market negotiation center showed little fluctuation; however, due to persistently weak terminal demand, high-priced transactions were rare, causing the transaction center to shift towards lower levels. Actual transaction volumes were insufficient, and the market remained in a stalemate transition phase.

3. Production Dynamics

Today, the isopropanol industry capacity utilization rate stood at 54%. Regarding profitability, factories using the acetone process saw losses of 725 RMB/ton, while those using the propylene process achieved profits of 846 RMB/ton.

4. Price Forecast

Raw material acetone prices have pulled back, with holders largely maintaining a wait-and-see attitude and offer centers showing little fluctuation. Downstream end-users had average pre-holiday procurement intentions, resulting in insufficient actual transaction volumes within the market. Overall volume expansion was difficult, and market sentiment remained quiet. In summary, the short-term isopropanol market is expected to maintain range-bound consolidation. Future attention should be paid to changes in raw material trends and downstream factory procurement activities.

5. Related Products Status

Acetone: Based on the Jiangsu region, today's acetone price closed at 8,725 RMB/ton, down 75 RMB/ton from the previous trading day. The East China acetone market trended downward amidst volatility this week. Following the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, a wait-and-see atmosphere prevailed, with operators adopting cautious mindsets. Downstream participation enthusiasm was low. Some manufacturers in Shandong lowered their opening quotes, dampening market sentiment. Holders' psychology was suppressed, leading to increased willingness to sell and accelerated shipping rhythms. Consequently, the overall transaction center declined.

6. Data Calendar

Table 4: Domestic Isopropanol Data Overview (Unit: 10,000 tons)

Notes:

1. ↓↑ indicates significant fluctuations, highlighting data dimensions with changes exceeding 3%.
2. ↗ indicates an upward trend.