Weekly Analysis of Cost and Profit for Sulfuric Acid Samples in China (October 16–22, 2026)

I. Qualitative Analysis of Sample Cost and Profit Trends

This week, liquid sulfur prices in the East China region saw a slight adjustment. The reference price for liquid sulfur in East China was 5,250 RMB/ton. Based on this price, the raw material cost for calculating sulfuric acid production is approximately 1,750 RMB/ton. Although steam generated from sulfur offsets some expenses, when factoring in utilities, labor, equipment depreciation, and other costs, the total production cost of sulfuric acid stands at 1,659.3 RMB/ton. Among the three main sulfuric acid production methods, the profit margin for sulfur-based acid is -2.3 RMB/ton, ore-based acid shows a loss of -42 RMB/ton, while smelter acid maintains a healthy profit of 1,050 RMB/ton.

Data Source: Chempricehub Information

II. Forecast Analysis of Sample Cost Trends

This week, the downward trend in the domestic granular sulfur market at major ports has slowed. Although international market sentiment remains quiet, transaction prices have stayed relatively high and did not follow the significant decline seen in the Chinese market. After several days of downward consolidation in the domestic market, buyers' interest in purchasing gradually recovered. As buyers tested lower price levels, holders adjusted their selling strategies accordingly, resulting in a slight decline in market prices.

III. Product Sample Trends and Price Comparison

Raw material prices have undergone minor adjustments, leading to slight fluctuations in profit margins recently. Future changes in costs and prices may continue to drive ongoing adjustments in profitability.

Sample Description:
On the data release date, Chempricehub Information conducted theoretical profit monitoring based on statistical data regarding Chinese sulfuric acid raw material prices, as well as enterprise and market prices for sulfuric acid in the East China region.