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

Published on 2026-09-17

This week (September 11–17, 2026), China's methanol production reached 1,893,285 tons, an increase of 20,650 tons from the previous week. The plant capacity utilization rate stood at 83.80%, up by 1.10 percentage points week-on-week.

Table 1: Weekly Comparison of China’s Methanol Production by Region and Process (Unit: Tons)

Region This Week Last Week WoW Change
Northeast 19,350 18,410 5.11%
North China 113,055 116,455 -2.92%
East China 291,210 291,440 -0.08%
South China 29,400 29,400 0.00%
Central China 89,230 99,430 -10.26%
Northwest 1,222,570 1,194,230 2.37%
Southwest 128,470 123,270 4.22%
Total 1,893,285 1,872,635 1.10%
Process Type This Week Last Week WoW Change
Coke Oven Gas 173,260 173,170 0.05%
Coal-based (Single Product) 1,381,520 1,370,800 0.78%
Coal-based (Co-production) 194,825 198,625 -1.91%
Natural Gas 137,660 124,020 11.00%
CO₂ Hydrogenation 1,820 1,820 0.00%
Submerged Arc Furnace Tail Gas 4,200 4,200 0.00%
Total 1,893,285 1,872,635 1.10%

Data Source: Chempricehub Information

Table 2: Weekly Comparison of China’s Methanol Capacity Utilization Rate by Region and Process (Unit: %)

Region This Week Last Week WoW Change
Northeast 92.05% 87.58% +5.10 pp
North China 66.64% 68.65% -2.93 pp
East China 89.20% 89.27% -0.08 pp
South China 99.90% 99.90% 0.00 pp
Central China 78.03% 86.95% -10.26 pp
Northwest 84.54% 82.58% +2.37 pp
Southwest 84.41% 81.00% +4.21 pp
Total 83.80% 82.89% +1.10 pp
Process Type This Week Last Week WoW Change
Coke Oven Gas 62.49% 62.46% +0.05 pp
Coal-based (Single Product) 91.39% 90.68% +0.78 pp
Coal-based (Co-production) 80.45% 82.02% -1.91 pp
Natural Gas 65.03% 58.59% +10.99 pp
CO₂ Hydrogenation 41.23% 41.23% 0.00 pp
Submerged Arc Furnace Tail Gas 34.75% 34.75% 0.00 pp
Total 83.80% 82.89% +1.10 pp

Data Source: Chempricehub Information

Sample Description:
The weekly methanol production and capacity utilization data provided by Chempricehub Information are primary statistical data. The sample covers 181 domestic methanol producers, achieving a 100% coverage rate. The statistical period runs from Friday of the previous week to Thursday of the current week. Data is released on Thursdays at 14:30 on working days.

Definitions:

  • Production Volume: Generally refers to the quantity of commodities produced by enterprises during a specific period that meet relevant standards. It denotes actual output measured in weight or volume under specific units of measurement, rather than commodity count.
  • Capacity Utilization Rate: Refers to the extent to which an enterprise's capacity is utilized, also known as operating load. It is generally calculated as the ratio of product output or raw material processing volume to effective capacity.

Statistical Scope:
The statistical period for weekly production and capacity utilization runs from Friday of the previous week to Thursday of the current week. Data is released on Thursdays at 14:30 on working days.

(Note: Revisions may occur; please refer to the latest data for this week.)

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  • Daniel Foster 2026-09-17 20:11
    Capacity utilization climbed to 83.8% as Northwest and natural gas output surged, offsetting Central China's dip. While higher supply pressures spot margins, steady downstream demand should absorb the incremental volume,..
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