Product name: PVC

Latest price: 6346 yuan/ton

Analysis points: On September 13th, the PVC spot market fell, and the trading atmosphere on the market was weak. In terms of raw materials, the upstream calcium carbide market is temporarily operating steadily. In terms of futures, the futures market weakened after fluctuating today, and the overall closing price fell. Overall, the trading sentiment in the PVC spot market is average, with cautious actual purchases and more wait-and-see downstream purchases, with on-demand purchases being the main focus.

Prediction: The PVC spot market may continue to fluctuate in the short term.

According to the price monitoring data of Business Society, as of September 12, 2023, the reference price of domestic n-propanol is 8133 yuan/ton. Compared with September 7, 2023 (reference price of n-propanol is 8116 yuan/ton), the price has increased by 17 yuan/ton, an increase of 0.21%.

From the data monitoring chart of the Business Society, it can be seen that in the recent period (9.7-9.12), the overall market situation of n-propanol in China has shown a stable, moderate, and slight upward trend. Recently, the domestic n-propanol market has remained stable and organized. The news on the n-propanol market is relatively calm, and there is little adjustment in both supply and demand. The shipment rhythm of n-propanol supply side is normal, while downstream demand side demand is stable. The overall supply and demand transmission in the market is relatively smooth, and the mentality of the industry is good. On November 11th and 12th, some n-propanol suppliers in Shandong region increased the shipment price of n-propanol, with an increase of around 50 yuan/ton. As of September 12th, the domestic market price of n-propanol in Shandong region is around 7600-7800 yuan/ton. The market for n-propanol in Nanjing is relatively stable, and the market price for n-propanol is around 9000 yuan/ton. Distributors in different regions still have reservations about prices, and the difficulty in monitoring prices may lead to differences in specific negotiation situations. Each region also has differences, and actual negotiations are the main focus.

Prediction of the Future Market Trend of n-propanol

At present, the trading and investment atmosphere of n-propanol in the market is mild, the downstream purchase of n-propanol is mostly just to be replenished, and the new orders are clinched smoothly. The n-propanol data engineer of the business agency predicts that in the short term, the domestic n-propanol market will mostly stabilize and adjust its operation, and the specific trend needs to pay more attention to the information changes on the supply and demand side.

Product name: Sulfur

Latest price: On September 11th, the average sulfur price in East China was 1160.00 yuan/ton, a decrease of 1.42% compared to the previous working day price of 1176.67 yuan/ton.

Analysis: The domestic sulfur market is weak in consolidation, and the price range has been lowered. The operation of the sulfur refinery unit is normal, the supply of goods is stable, and the downstream phosphate fertilizer market is stabilizing. Demand is slowing down, and the on-site trading atmosphere is weakened. The mentality of the sulfur market is not good, and some refineries in Shandong are experiencing poor shipments. Over the weekend, the sulfur quotation was lowered by 40-70 yuan/ton.

Future Market Forecast: From the perspective of supply and demand performance, downstream prices are stabilizing, and support for sulfur is weakening. On the market, traders are mainly wait-and-see and actively shipping, and it is expected that the short-term sulfur market will consolidate and operate in a narrow range.

According to data monitoring by Business Society, as of September 8, 2023, the domestic market price of butanone was set at 8216 yuan/ton. Compared with September 3, 2023 (reference price of butanone was 7983 yuan/ton), the price increased by 333 yuan/ton, an increase of 2.92%.

From the data monitoring chart of Business Society, it can be seen that this week (9.3-9.8), the overall market situation of domestic butanone showed an upward trend. During the week, the raw material side of butanone was overall on the rise, and the support provided by the cost side for butanone was strengthened. The rise in the butanone market was mostly due to the trend of raw materials. Some butanone factories and suppliers increased the shipment price of butanone by about 200 to 400 yuan/ton. At present, downstream demand for butanone is cautious. As of September 8th, the domestic butanone market price is referenced around 7900-8600 yuan/ton.

Analysis of the aftermarket of butanone

At present, the increase in new orders on the butanone market is average, and downstream procurement is relatively cautious. The market situation is mostly affected by the cost side. The butanone data analyst from Business Society believes that in the short term, the domestic butanone market is mainly weak and adjusted, and the specific trend still needs to pay more attention to changes in supply and demand news.

Aluminum fluoride prices temporarily stabilized this week

According to the Commodity Market Analysis System of the Business Society, as of September 7th, the domestic quotation for aluminum fluoride was 9425 yuan/ton, which is temporarily stable compared to the price of 9425 yuan/ton on August 31st last weekend, and has increased by 0.27% compared to the price of 9400 yuan/ton on August 26th. The prices of raw materials such as fluorite and hydrofluoric acid have increased, and as the cost of raw materials has been transmitted downwards, the cost of aluminum fluoride has increased. This week, the support for the increase in aluminum fluoride has increased.

The price of raw material hydrofluoric acid has increased

According to the Commodity Market Analysis System of the Business Society, as of September 7th, the price of hydrofluoric acid was 10100 yuan/ton, an increase of 2.89% compared to the price of 9816.67 yuan/ton on August 31st. The price of raw fluorite has increased, and the cost support for hydrofluoric acid has increased; Recently, some hydrofluoric acid units have recovered, and the spot supply of hydrofluoric acid has resumed. Under the gold nine silver ten market, demand for hydrofluoric acid is expected to rebound. The prices of fluorite and sulfuric acid continue to rise, and with cost support, the price of hydrofluoric acid has increased. The support for the price increase of aluminum fluoride in the future is increasing.

Rising prices of raw material fluorite

According to the Commodity Market Analysis System of the Business Society, as of September 7th, the price of fluorite was 3193.75 yuan/ton, an increase of 0.79% compared to the price of 3168.75 yuan/ton on August 31st. The operating rate of fluorite enterprises has slowly recovered, and the spot supply has slightly increased. Under the golden nine silver ten market trend, the demand for fluorite is expected to rebound, with increased support for the rise of fluorite. Downstream enterprises will follow up as needed, and the support for the rise of aluminum fluoride will increase.

Market Overview and Forecast

Analysts from the fluoride aluminum industry at Business Society believe that the prices of hydrofluoric acid and fluorite have increased this week, leading to an increase in the cost of raw materials for fluoride aluminum. In the future, the expected rebound in demand due to rising costs, downward transmission of cost pressure, and increased support for the rise of aluminum fluoride are expected. It is expected that the price of aluminum fluoride will fluctuate and rise in the future.