Weekly Statistics on China's Acrylonitrile Production and Capacity Utilization Rate (September 11–17, 2026)

1. Qualitative Analysis of Sample Production Volume and Capacity Utilization Trends

This week (September 11–17, 2026), the total production volume of acrylonitrile plants in China was 89,700 tons, an increase of 3,300 tons from the previous week. The weekly capacity utilization rate was 76.84%, up 2.82 percentage points from the prior week. Operations at major plants in East China gradually stabilized during the week.

Comparison Chart of Acrylonitrile Industry Capacity Utilization and Price Trends in China (CNY/ton)
(Data Source: Chempricehub)

Weekly Comparison of Sample Production Volume and Capacity Utilization for Chinese Acrylonitrile Plants (Unit: 10,000 tons, %)

Source: Chempricehub

2. Forecast Analysis of Sample Production Volume and Capacity Utilization Trends

Next week, the sample weekly production volume for Chinese acrylonitrile plants is projected to be around 89,000 tons, with a capacity utilization rate estimated at approximately 76%. This represents a potential decline from current data levels, primarily due to the shutdown of Shandong Haijiang’s unit for maintenance.

3. Comparison of Sample Production Volume and Capacity Utilization Trends with Product Prices

As of this week, while the sample weekly production volume and operating rates for Chinese acrylonitrile plants have increased, the upward momentum in acrylonitrile prices has been hindered.

Comparison Chart of Acrylonitrile Production Volume and Price Trends in China (CNY/ton)
(Data Source: Chempricehub)

Sample Description:
The acrylonitrile production volume and capacity utilization rates reported by Chempricehub cover the total output of all acrylonitrile producers in China. The sample includes 19 domestic acrylonitrile plants, achieving 100% coverage.

Definitions:

• Production Volume: Generally refers to the quantity of goods produced by enterprises within a specific period that meets relevant standards. It denotes actual output measured by weight or volume under standard metrics, rather than just commodity count.
• Capacity Utilization Rate: Also known as operating load, it indicates the degree to which an enterprise's capacity is being utilized. It is typically calculated as the ratio of product output or raw material processing volume to effective capacity. (Note: At the end of each year, Chempricehub excludes capacities that have been continuously shut down for two calendar years or more from "effective capacity," classifying them as "zombie capacity." These are not included in the base for calculating capacity utilization rates.)

Statistical Scope:
Chempricehub’s statistical period for acrylonitrile production volume and capacity utilization runs from Friday of the previous week to Thursday of the current week. Data is released at 17:00 on Thursdays (working days).