This week, the overall market for acrylic acid and its esters in East China showed a weak consolidation trend, with prices of various products generally slightly declining, reflecting the current situation of weak demand and insufficient trading activity in the market. As of August 11th, the benchmark price of acrylic acid in Shengyi Society was 6200.00 yuan/ton, a decrease of 6.77% compared to the beginning of this month (6650.00 yuan/ton). This was mainly due to the low purchasing willingness of downstream terminals and the light trading atmosphere in the market. In order to promote transactions, holders had to lower their offer focus.

Demand side:
From the perspective of segmented products, the ester market has weakened across the board: methyl acrylate (6900 yuan/ton), ethyl ester (9400 yuan/ton), and butyl ester (7000 yuan/ton) have all experienced a decline of about 50 yuan/ton, with isooctyl ester experiencing a more significant decline (8150 yuan/ton, a decrease of 100 yuan/ton), indicating limited acceptance of high priced raw materials by the terminal industry, especially in the butyl ester market, which is showing a bearish trend. Downstream only maintains essential procurement, and the strong market wait-and-see sentiment has led to a continuous shift in the focus of negotiations.
It is worth noting that the market performance of methyl acrylic acid is relatively strong, with prices stable at 10550 yuan/ton, and high-end quotations even slightly rising to 10600 yuan/ton. However, actual transaction follow-up is limited, and terminal factory procurement is still mainly based on demand, reflecting that the supply and demand structure of this variety has not yet clearly deteriorated. The market of pure acrylic lotion also remained stable at 6200 yuan/ton, which may be related to the phased stability of demand in downstream coating and other industries.
The main pressure facing the current acrylic acid industry chain comes from the demand side: on the one hand, the traditional off-season combined with insufficient operating rates in some end industries makes it difficult to release actual transaction volume; On the other hand, the fluctuation of raw material propylene prices and the uncertainty of the crude oil market further exacerbate the market’s wait-and-see mentality. In the short term, it is expected that the market will continue to maintain a narrow range of fluctuations. If there is no significant increase in demand or cost support in the future, prices may continue to operate weakly.
Supply side:
As of August 11th, the benchmark price of propylene in Shengyi Society was 6453.25 yuan/ton, an increase of 0.31% compared to the beginning of this month (6433.25 yuan/ton). Although the price slightly increased this week, the market trading atmosphere was weak. Downstream factories have limited acceptance of high priced raw materials and a slower procurement pace, which has put pressure on production companies to ship. Some manufacturers have made small concessions to promote transactions. At present, the market supply and demand pattern is slightly loose, coupled with the weakening of some downstream derivatives (such as PP, PO, etc.), further suppressing the release of propylene demand.
The current acrylic acid market maintains a weak pattern, with a light trading atmosphere and actual transaction prices moving towards the low-end range. Downstream users have insufficient purchasing enthusiasm and tend to adopt a wait-and-see attitude. The market lacks strong support and may continue to be weak in the short term.
The butyl acrylate market is also under pressure, with mediocre performance on the demand side, downstream enterprises only maintaining essential replenishment, cautious inquiries when entering the market, and a bearish market mentality. Although traders intend to maintain stable quotes, there are still signs of loosening in the focus of negotiations due to weak transactions.

Overall, it is expected that the acrylic acid market in East China will continue to consolidate weakly next week, with limited room for price fluctuations; The butyl acrylate market may maintain a volatile trend, and there is a possibility of local downturns under the supply-demand game. It is recommended to closely monitor the changes in raw material propylene prices and the recovery of downstream demand to determine the next direction of the market.

This week, the domestic fluorite price trend has slightly increased. As of the weekend, the average price of fluorite in China was 3156.25 yuan/ton, an increase of 0.20% from the early week price of 3150 yuan/ton, and a year-on-year decrease of 10.71%.

Supply side: The mine is operating normally, and the supply of fluorite is normal
The current situation of the game in the domestic fluorite industry still exists. Overall, the operating rate of enterprises has increased. Upstream mining is tight, backward mines will continue to be eliminated, and new mines will be added. Mineral investigation work is still difficult. In addition, national departments need to rectify fluorite mines, and fluorite mining enterprises are facing increasingly strict safety and environmental protection requirements. The difficulty of operating fluorite mines has increased, and the shortage of raw materials has limited the operation of fluorite enterprises. However, with the rise of temperature, northern enterprises are operating normally, and the supply of fluorite enterprises in the field has not changed much. The lack of active procurement has led to relatively normal spot prices in the field. Some fluorite manufacturers have appropriate inventory, and some manufacturers have obvious intentions to raise prices, resulting in a slight increase in.
Demand side: Low price of hydrofluoric acid, acceptable refrigerant market
This week, the domestic price of hydrofluoric acid remained low, and the mainstream price for hydrofluoric acid in various regions of China was negotiated at 9800-10300 yuan/ton. The downstream hydrofluoric acid equipment is still in shutdown, and there is little change in the spot supply of hydrofluoric acid. Manufacturers mainly purchase hydrofluoric acid on demand, and the overall production of hydrofluoric acid remains at more than 50%. Fluorine enterprises maintain essential orders, and hydrofluoric acid enterprises are in a loss making state. They are not actively purchasing raw fluorite, and downstream merchants have a strong wait-and-see attitude. Both buyers and sellers have weak expectations for the future due to poor demand digestion. The price trend of hydrofluoric acid manufacturers in August has declined, and the price increase of fluorite is not significant due to this news.
The downstream refrigerant market is on the rise, and the refrigerant industry is making efforts in terminal policies. Demand is expected to achieve substantial improvement. Fluorine chemical enterprises within quota control have strong confidence in raising prices in the refrigerant market. Currently, the pace of purchasing at high prices is relatively slow, but the industry’s inventory is transmitted in a positive and orderly manner, and upstream products are mainly purchased on demand. The trend of refrigerant market has risen, and the fluorite market has slightly increased.
In addition to the traditional demand in the refrigerant industry, fluorite, as an important mineral raw material for modern industry, is constantly developing in emerging fields. It is also applied in strategic emerging industries such as new energy and new materials, as well as in national defense, nuclear industry and other fields, including lithium hexafluorophosphate, PVDF、 Graphite negative electrodes, photovoltaic panels, etc., have received certain support in the application of fluorite due to the demand for new energy and semiconductors.
Market forecast: In the near future, it is difficult to improve the supply of domestic fluorite mines, and some mines have stopped production for safety inspections. The tight supply of fluorite mines is a positive support for the fluorite market. However, hydrofluoric acid enterprises mainly purchase according to demand, and demand has not actually increased. In addition, the hydrofluoric acid market remains low, and there is a strong resistance to high priced fluorite. Overall, the fluorite market price is mainly fluctuating in the short term.

The domestic phenol market fluctuated within a range in July. According to data monitored by Shengyi Society, the domestic phenol market price on July 1st was 6680 yuan/ton, and on July 31st it was 6667 yuan/ton. The lowest price in the East China market dropped to 6500 yuan/ton.

In the first ten days, traders considered factors such as high average prices and limited willingness to lower their prices, resulting in overall high quotes. However, terminal factories were difficult to be stimulated and offered at low levels. Some traders tentatively offered lower prices. Around mid month, the inventory at Jiangyin Port rapidly declined, boosting the confidence of traders and leading to an increase in orders without pressure. However, downstream demand still needs to follow up, and the participation of intermediate traders is limited. In the latter half of the year, with the interweaving of cost and supply and demand pressures, the market entered a trend of decline and rise. Overall, downstream participation was limited, and there was a lack of demand to follow up, resulting in a light trading atmosphere.
In July, the 320000 tons/year phenol ketone plant at Yangzhou Shiyou was shut down for maintenance from June 13th to July 10th; Hengli Petrochemical will shut down for maintenance from July 21st to 27th; Guangxi Huayi will stop for maintenance from July 25th to 27th; The Shanghai Xisa plant stopped briefly on July 28th for a 3-day maintenance.
As of July 31st, the phenol offers in various mainstream markets across the country are as follows:
Region. Quotation on July 31st /Price fluctuations in July
East China region / 6620./ 50
Shandong region / 6700./ -100
Surrounding areas of Yanshan Mountain / 6700./ -100
South China region / 6650./ 0
Business Society expects that Yangzhou Shiyou will resume production in terms of equipment and Zhenhai will refine products. The domestic supply is expected to increase compared to July, with an estimated monthly output of 500000 tons. In terms of ports, the expected replenishment of ocean going cargo contracts will decrease, and there will be little pressure on the ports. Continuing to monitor the impact of crude oil on pure benzene, downstream phenolic resin is in a relatively low season, while other industries remain stable. Overall, the phenol market is mixed with both positive and negative factors, with frequent market fluctuations and a price range of 6500-6750 yuan/ton.

According to the Commodity Market Analysis System of Shengyi Society, the price of polyester filament fell and rebounded in July. As of July 31st, the mainstream polyester filament factories in Jiangsu and Zhejiang, POY (150D/48F), quoted at 6600-6800 yuan/ton, polyester DTY (150D/48F low elasticity) at 7800-8050 yuan/ton, and polyester FDY (150D/96F) at 6900-7200 yuan/ton.

price trend
In the first half of July, the production and sales of polyester filament remained at 30-50%. The effect of enterprises offering discounts on shipments was not good, and inventory continued to increase while prices declined. In the middle and late of the month, downstream users concentrated on replenishing warehouses, resulting in increased production and sales. The effect of enterprises reducing inventory was good, and the focus of transactions fluctuated upwards.
Cost end
The price of raw materials has a significant impact on polyester filament. In the first half of the month, the narrow range fluctuation support of crude oil was limited. As of July 30th, the average price of PTA market in East China was 4889 yuan/ton, a decrease of 3.79% from the beginning of the month.
Supply and demand side
In terms of supply, the leading polyester filament production enterprises implemented production cuts in July, and coupled with the pressure of inventory in the early stage, the subsequent operating load of the enterprises is expected to continue to decrease, which has eased the supply pressure to some extent. In terms of demand, in the first half of the year, the effect of companies offering discounts on shipments was poor, cash flow was compressed, and manufacturers began to sell at low prices, resulting in relatively firm quotes. Starting from the middle of the month, although July is generally in the off-season, the concentrated replenishment behavior downstream has led to an increase in production and sales of polyester filament, a decrease in inventory, and an increase in prices. The effect of enterprise destocking has been good, and the willingness to support the market has increased, which has also played a driving role in the price increase.
Future forecast
According to Business News, under the atmosphere of macroeconomic sentiment recovery at the end of the month, the buying sentiment was stimulated, and the demand side increased slightly, causing prices to fluctuate upwards. In the medium to long term, price recovery needs to wait for peak season orders to be fulfilled and tariff risks to become clear,

In July, the domestic fluorite price trend slightly declined. As of the end of the month, the average domestic fluorite price was 3137.5 yuan/ton, a decrease of 0.40% from the beginning of the month at 3706.25 yuan/ton, and a year-on-year decrease of 12.63%.

Supply side: Start production to maintain normal spot supply of fluorite
The current situation of the game in the domestic fluorite industry still exists. Overall, the operating rate of enterprises has increased. Upstream mining is tight, and backward mines will continue to be eliminated. In terms of new mines, mineral investigation work is still difficult. In addition, national departments need to rectify fluorite mines, and fluorite mining enterprises are facing increasingly strict safety and environmental protection requirements. The difficulty of operating fluorite mines has increased, and the shortage of raw materials has limited the operation of fluorite enterprises. However, with the rise of temperature, northern enterprises are gradually starting production, and the supply of fluorite enterprises on site has increased. The lack of active procurement has led to sufficient spot goods on site, and fluorite inventory on site has increased. In July, the fluorite market situation slightly declined.
Demand side: The price of hydrofluoric acid has declined, and the refrigerant market is still acceptable
In July, the domestic price of hydrofluoric acid declined, and the mainstream price negotiated in various regions of China was 10500-11000 yuan/ton. The downstream hydrofluoric acid equipment is still in shutdown, and there is little change in the spot supply of hydrofluoric acid. Manufacturers mainly purchase hydrofluoric acid on demand, and the overall production of hydrofluoric acid remains at around 50%. Fluorine enterprises maintain essential orders, and hydrofluoric acid enterprises are in a loss making state. They are not actively purchasing raw fluorite, and downstream merchants have a strong wait-and-see attitude. Both buyers and sellers have weak expectations for the future market due to poor demand digestion. The guidance price of hydrofluoric acid manufacturers remained low in August, and the fluorite price market was mainly affected by this news.
The downstream refrigerant market in the terminal industry is still promising, and the terminal policy of the refrigerant industry is being strengthened. Demand is expected to achieve substantial improvement. Fluorine chemical enterprises within quota control have strong confidence in raising prices in the refrigerant market. Currently, the pace of high price procurement is relatively slow, but the industry inventory is transmitting in a positive and orderly manner. Due to high prices, the enthusiasm for stocking up in the terminal industry is low, and upstream products are mainly purchased on demand. The trend of refrigerant market is average, while the fluorite market remains low.
In addition to the traditional demand in the refrigerant industry, fluorite, as an important mineral raw material for modern industry, is constantly developing in emerging fields. It is also applied in strategic emerging industries such as new energy and new materials, as well as in national defense, nuclear industry and other fields, including lithium hexafluorophosphate, PVDF、 Graphite negative electrodes, photovoltaic panels, etc., have received certain support in the application of fluorite due to the demand for new energy and semiconductors.
Market forecast: In the near future, it is difficult to improve the supply of domestic fluorite mines, and some mines have stopped production and undergone safety inspections. The tight supply of fluorite mines is a positive support for the fluorite market. However, in some areas, the lack of active fluorite procurement has led to an increase in inventory. In addition, downstream resistance to high prices is severe, and hydrofluoric acid enterprises mainly purchase on demand, with no actual increase in demand. In addition, the market price of hydrofluoric acid remains low. Overall, the fluorite market is mainly volatile in the short term.

1、 Price trend

According to the monitoring of the commodity market analysis system of Shengyi Society, the overall market price of isopropanol fell in July. On July 1st, the average price of isopropanol in China was 5983.33 yuan/ton, and on July 29th, the average price was 5791.67 yuan/ton, a decrease of 3.2% compared to the beginning of the month.
Overall, the isopropanol market prices fell in July. The acetone raw material market continued to decline in the first ten days, affecting confidence in the isopropanol market. Downstream market demand is weak, inventory is increasing, and isopropanol market prices are decreasing. In the middle of the month, the isopropanol market continued to decline, with downstream demand being the main factor and limited transactions, resulting in a slight market decline. In the latter half of the year, the isopropanol market first fell and then rose, with tight spot resources and an upward focus on on-site negotiations. As of now, most of the isopropanol market prices in Shandong are around 5700-5800 yuan/ton; The majority of prices in the isopropanol market in Jiangsu region are around 5800-5950 yuan/ton.
In terms of raw material acetone, the domestic acetone market fluctuated and fell in July. On July 1st, the average price of acetone was 5000 yuan/ton, and on July 29th, the average price was 4720 yuan/ton, a decrease of 5.6%. From the demand side, there is an expected increase in terminal isopropanol and a slight upward trend in MMA. Overall, there has been little change in cost. Business Society predicts that the short-term acetone market will mainly fluctuate within a certain range.
In terms of propylene, the domestic propylene market price first rose and then fell in July. On July 1st, the market average was 6743.25 yuan/ton, and on July 29th, the average price was 6408.25 yuan/ton, a decrease of 4.97% in price. At present, the rebound in international oil prices is positive for market sentiment, and the inventory pressure of propylene enterprises is still manageable. The downstream market is mainly focused on observing and observing, and it is expected that the market will experience fluctuations and consolidation in the short term.
3、 Future forecast
The isopropanol analyst from Business Society Chemical Branch believes that the overall isopropanol market price fell in July. At present, the spot resources of isopropanol are tight, and market confidence is improving. It is expected that isopropanol will rise in price in the short term, and more attention will be paid to the trend of the raw material market.

This week, the domestic acetone market experienced a rise followed by a decline. The domestic acetone market reported an average price of 4835 yuan/ton on July 21 and 4830 yuan/ton on July 28; The East China market dropped from 4770 yuan/ton to 4750 yuan/ton.

During the week, the raw materials of pure benzene and propylene fluctuated within the range, and the cost support weakened. Hengli Petrochemical’s phenol ketone unit was shut down for maintenance, and the operating rate of domestic phenol ketone factories slightly declined to 75%. In terms of ports, the replenishment of cargo is limited, and the port inventory has dropped to 20000 tons. The mentality of traders has been boosted, and the intention to sell low has weakened. The offer has slightly increased. The overall actual orders at the opening of the new week are limited, and there are some intentions to sell low. The current trading atmosphere is flat, and the trading volume needs to be released.
The operating rate of the downstream MIBK industry has increased, while the operating rate of MMA has declined with the reduction of negative load in the second phase of Zhejiang Petrochemical. The operating rate of the isopropanol industry has also shown a slight decrease. The solvent industry has been affected by high temperature weather and the rainy season in the south, and the overall demand for acetone has decreased. The downstream purchasing sentiment is not high, and they mostly follow up with urgent needs.
The acetone offers in major mainstream markets across the country on July 28th are as follows:
Region. Quotation on July 28th /Weekly increase and decrease
East China region / 4750./ 0
Shandong region / 4900./ -50
Yanshan region / 4900./ -50
South China region / 4900./ -50
In the new week, we will pay attention to the restart of Hengli Petrochemical’s phenol ketone unit, the maintenance of Shanghai Xisa unit, and the export of newly added production capacity from Zhenhai Refining and Chemical. Currently, the port inventory is low at 22000. From the demand side, there is an expected increase in terminal isopropanol and a slight upward trend in MMA. Overall, there has been little change in cost. From the perspective of Business Society, the short-term acetone market is mainly characterized by range fluctuations.

1、 Price trend

According to the Commodity Market Analysis System of Shengyi Society, the average market price of baking soda at the beginning of the week was 1253.6 yuan/ton, and the average market price of baking soda at the end of the week was 1253 yuan/ton, a decrease of 0.05% in price and a decrease of 42.65% compared to the same period last year. On July 24th, the Business Society Baking Soda Index was 83.18, a decrease of 0.02 points from yesterday, setting a historical low for the cycle, and a decrease of 64.73% from the highest point of 235.84 points on November 10, 2021. (Note: Cycle refers to September 1, 2020 to present)
2、 Market analysis
According to the commodity analysis system of Shengyi Society, the price of baking soda is running steadily, and the company’s shipments are still acceptable. The price of baking soda in Henan region is running weakly, with a factory price of 1270 yuan/ton in Henan region and 1200-1300 yuan/ton in Shandong region. Due to downstream demand based procurement, it is expected that consolidation and operation will be the main focus in the later stage. Upstream: According to the commodity analysis system of Shengyi Society, the price of soda ash has been consolidating this week. The average market price at the beginning of the week is 1166 yuan/ton, and the average market price over the weekend is 1198 yuan/ton, with a price increase of 2.74% and a decrease of 37.8% compared to the same period last year. Downstream buyers tend to purchase on demand.
Business Society analysts believe that the price of baking soda has been consolidating recently, and the upstream raw material soda ash has also been consolidating recently. Downstream industries such as pharmaceuticals, textiles, and food have been purchasing on demand recently, and demand enthusiasm for baking soda is still acceptable. Overall, it is expected that the price of baking soda will mainly fluctuate in the later stage, depending on downstream market demand.

According to the Commodity Market Analysis System of Shengyi Society, the price of lithium carbonate has rebounded strongly recently. As of July 23, the benchmark price of domestic battery grade lithium carbonate was 67266 yuan/ton, an increase of 9.08% from the beginning of the month at 61666 yuan/ton, and an increase of 11.99% month on month; The benchmark price for domestic industrial grade lithium carbonate trading is 66366 yuan/ton, an increase of 11.6% from 59466 yuan/ton at the beginning of the month and a month on month increase of 13.84%.
Supply side contraction

According to industry insiders, the Yichun Land and Resources Bureau recently issued a red headed document to verify the historical approval issues of lithium mining enterprises in its jurisdiction. The mining rights of at least 8 lithium mica mines may have problems such as non compliant approval processes, non-compliance with environmental standards, cross-border mining, and higher-level approval.
On the afternoon of July 17th, Zangge Mining (000408) announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary Golmud Zangge Potash Fertilizer Co., Ltd. received a notice from the Haixi Natural Resources Bureau and Haixi Salt Lake Management Bureau on July 16, 2025, ordering the immediate cessation of lithium resource development and utilization activities. The notice requires the company to strictly comply with national laws and regulations, fulfill its corporate responsibilities, immediately stop illegal mining activities and actively rectify them, and improve the legal procedures for lithium resources. After the lithium resource procedures are legal and compliant, apply to the Salt Lake Management Bureau of Haixi Prefecture for resumption of production. Only after the application is approved can production resume.
On the evening of July 21st, Jiangte Electric announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary Yichun Silver Lithium plans to start shutdown and maintenance on July 25th, involving all lithium salt production lines, with an expected maintenance period of about 26 days.
Jiangte Electric explained in the announcement that the core purpose of this shutdown and maintenance is to “reduce production costs and ensure the safe and stable operation of production equipment in the future”. During the maintenance period, Yichun Silver Lithium will organize a technical team to conduct a comprehensive inspection and maintenance of production equipment, and implement technical modifications to some equipment to improve the efficiency of production line operation. It is clearly stated that this maintenance is not expected to have a significant adverse impact on the annual business performance, and will not affect existing sales contracts and future supply in the near future.
Strong demand in overseas markets
The recovery of the European market and policy drivers
The growth rate of new energy vehicle sales in Europe has rebounded, coupled with intensified carbon emission policies (such as tightening carbon quotas in 2025), and it is expected that the market size of lithium batteries will reach 85 billion US dollars by 2025. In the field of energy storage, the installed capacity of household energy storage in Europe has increased by over 50% year-on-year, directly driving the demand for lithium salts. However, it should be noted that the expansion of domestic lithium salt production capacity in Europe (such as Northvolt’s plan to achieve a self-sufficiency rate of 90% by 2030) may weaken its dependence on imported lithium salts from China.
The outbreak of the Southeast Asian market and the reconstruction of the industrial chain
Indonesia, Malaysia and other countries have attracted CATL and BYD to build factories through policies, with plans to build 140GWh of battery production capacity by 2030, directly driving demand for lithium salts. Taking Indonesia as an example, its nickel resource advantage and battery production capacity planning are synergistic, and it is expected that the import volume of lithium salts will increase by more than 30% year-on-year in 2025. However, due to the scarcity of local lithium resources in Southeast Asia, it still needs to rely on imports of lithium salts from China in the short term.

Lithium carbonate data analysts believe that under the influence of the “anti involution” policy, there has been a small-scale production reduction in the domestic lithium carbonate supply side. However, in the long run, overseas South American salt lake lithium extraction projects will be put into operation in the fourth quarter, which may suppress the rebound space. Specific changes in market supply and demand still need to be monitored.

This week, the price of isooctanol has been consolidating strongly

According to the Commodity Market Analysis System of Shengyi Society, as of July 21st, the price of isooctanol was 7650 yuan/ton, a decrease followed by an increase of 0.66% compared to the price of 7600 yuan/ton on July 11th. This week, the price of isooctanol fluctuated and consolidated. The equipment of isooctanol enterprises resumed this week, the operating rate of isooctanol equipment increased, the production of isooctanol increased, and the supply of isooctanol increased; Downstream plasticizer companies have increased their production, leading to an increase in demand for isooctanol and a double increase in supply and demand. As a result, the price of isooctanol has been strongly consolidated.
Downstream plasticizer DOP prices fluctuate and fall
According to the Commodity Market Analysis System of Shengyi Society, as of July 21st, the DOP price was 8059.16 yuan/ton, a fluctuating decrease of 1.43% compared to the DOP price of 8175.84 yuan/ton on July 11th. This week, DOP production has increased, and the operating rate of the plasticizer DOP industry has recovered to 50%. Plasticizer production has increased, and plasticizer prices have fluctuated and fallen. The production of plasticizer DOP has increased, leading to an increase in demand for isooctanol.
Future expectations
According to the data analyst of Shengyi Society’s octanol products, in terms of demand, the increase in DOP equipment production by plasticizer companies has led to an increase in DOP output and demand for isooctanol, resulting in increased support for isooctanol; In terms of supply, the equipment production of isooctanol enterprises has increased, resulting in an increase in the supply of isooctanol. In the future, as the supply of isooctanol increases and demand recovers, the price of isooctanol will experience strong fluctuations and consolidation.