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Weekly Statistics on Theoretical Profit of Chinese n-Butyl Acrylate Samples (September 18, 2026)

Published on 2026-09-18

During the current cycle (September 11–17, 2026), data from Chempricehub indicates that as of September 17, the weekly average profit for butyl acrylate was -701 RMB/ton, a week-on-week increase of 31.41%. The cost of butyl acrylate stood at 10,591 RMB/ton, rising by 3.41% compared to the previous week.

Table: Weekly Comparison of Cost and Profit for Chinese Acrylic Acid and Ester Samples
Unit: RMB/ton

Product Sep 10 Sep 17 Change Change (%)
Butyl Acrylate Profit -1022 -701 +321 +31.41%
Butyl Acrylate Cost 10242 10591 +349 +3.41%

Data Source: Chempricehub Information

Sample Description: On the day of data release, Chempricehub monitors the theoretical cost and profit based on the statistical acrylic acid prices.

Definitions:

  • Cost: Production cost refers to the total direct expenses, direct labor, and indirect manufacturing overhead incurred by an enterprise to produce a specific variety and quantity of products. The production cost of acrylic acid refers to the theoretical production cost based on the source of raw materials (propylene).
  • Profit: This is the production profit of acrylic acid calculated based on the price benchmarks of petrochemical enterprises. It represents the market price minus total costs and additional fees (excluding financial expenses).

Statistical Scope: The statistical period runs from last Friday to this Thursday, comparing profit data between this Thursday and last Thursday. The acrylic product profit data provided by Chempricehub is primary statistical data, released on working days between 15:00 and 17:00 each Thursday.

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  • Daniel Foster 2026-09-18 20:13
    Profit narrowed to -701 RMB/ton, yet margin remains negative despite a 31% weekly gain. With feedstock costs rising 3.4%, sustained losses suggest weak downstream demand is capping price recovery. Capacity utilization ma..
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