Acetic anhydride prices fell sharply in July

According to the monitoring data of business agency, the price of acetic anhydride fell sharply in July. As of July 28, the price of acetic anhydride was 6475 yuan / ton, down 10.69% from 7250 yuan / ton on July 1 at the beginning of the month. The price of raw materials fell, the cost of acetic anhydride fell, and the quotation of some acetic anhydride enterprises fell below 6000 yuan / ton. The demand for cost reduction was weak, and the market of acetic anhydride fell sharply in July.

The price of raw material acetic acid fell sharply in July

According to the trend chart of acetic acid price of business club, the price of acetic acid fell in July. As of July 28, the price of acetic acid was 3512.50 yuan / ton, down 14.85% from 4125 yuan / ton on July 1 at the beginning of the month; Insufficient demand, the price of acetic acid fell sharply, the cost of acetic anhydride fell, and the downward pressure on acetic anhydride increased.

Methanol prices fell sharply in July

It can be seen from the methanol price trend chart of the business club that the methanol price fluctuated and fell in July. As of July 28, the price of methanol was 2560 yuan / ton, down 3.94% from 2665 yuan / ton on July 1 at the beginning of the month. The energy crisis has eased. In July, the price of methanol fell violently, the cost of acetic anhydride raw materials fell, and the upward momentum of acetic anhydride weakened, with great downward pressure.

Outlook

According to the acetic anhydride data analyst of business agency, the prices of raw materials methanol and acetic acid fell sharply in July, the cost of acetic anhydride fell, the price of acetic anhydride fell sharply, and the quotation of some acetic anhydride enterprises fell below 6000 yuan / ton. In general, the cost of acetic anhydride fell, the demand was weak, and the price of acetic anhydride fell sharply. The acetic acid industry chain is still weak, and the support for the rise of acetic anhydride is insufficient. The product price of acetic acid industry chain is close to the cost line, and the space for the future decline of acetic acid price is limited. It is expected that the future acetic anhydride price will stabilize after a slight fluctuation.

According to the data monitored by the business club, as of July 27, the average quotation price of domestic premium DMF enterprises was 11250.00 yuan / ton, and the DMF price rose slightly, slightly higher than that at the beginning of the week. It is expected that the DMF market will be stable in the short term.

As of July 19, the domestic DMF price has been running smoothly. At present, the mainstream price range is 11000-12000 yuan / ton. The transaction atmosphere is acceptable, the negotiation atmosphere is positive, the manufacturer’s shipment is smooth, the downstream just needs to purchase, and the logistics is smooth.

Chemical commodity index: on July 26, the bulk commodity price index BPI was 1058 points, down 2 points from yesterday, down 21.22% from 1343 points (2021-10-19), the highest point in the cycle, and up 60.30% from 660 points, the lowest point on February 3, 2016. (Note: the period refers to 2011-12-01 to now).

DMF analysts of business agency believe that in the short term, the smooth operation of DMF market is the main thing. (if you want to know more about the latest market trends of the industrial chain, please pay attention to the official account of the business club to obtain commodity information and master commodity prices).

According to the data monitored by the business community, as of July 26, PET water bottle level pet prices were weak in a narrow range this week. Compared with the weak price in the same period last week, the current average price was 8890 yuan / ton, the overall market was weak in a narrow range, the focus of negotiation was stable, the overall market supply and demand were balanced, and logistics shipments were smooth at present.

The domestic PET price is in a narrow range and weak operation. The price has been reduced slightly this week. At present, the market operating rate is normal, the manufacturers’ shipments are positive, the logistics is smooth, the order is given away, the market transaction atmosphere is general, the negotiation atmosphere is acceptable, the downstream readiness for goods is general, and the cost is lack of support. At present, the mainstream price is about 9500 yuan / ton, which has been reduced slightly this week, and pet is stable, medium and weak in the short term.

Upstream ethylene glycol, ethylene glycol in the Asian market closed at $528 / ton in CFR China on July 22, unchanged from the previous trading day and down $3.7 / ton from last week.

Rubber and plastic commodity index: on July 25, the chemical industry index was 1018 points, down 8 points from yesterday, down 27.29% from the highest point of 1400 points in the cycle (2021-10-23), and up 70.23% from the lowest point of 598 points on April 8, 2020. (Note: the period refers to 2011-12-01 to now).

PET analysts of business agency believe that the pet market is expected to operate in a narrow range and weak in the short term. (if you want to know more about the latest market trends of the industrial chain, please pay attention to the official account of the business club to obtain commodity information and master commodity prices).

According to the price monitoring of the business agency, the domestic PTA market rebounded slightly on July 25, with the average market price of 5837 yuan / ton, up 0.47% from the previous day and 7.99% year-on-year.

In terms of supply, the 700000 ton unit of Yadong Petrochemical began to reduce the load by 90% on July 15, and the recovery time is to be determined; A 2million ton PTA plant in Yisheng Ningbo shut down last weekend, and the restart time is to be determined. Another 2.2 million ton device is in normal operation, and a total of 6.6 million ton device of Yisheng new material is in normal operation. At present, more than 73% of the industry is under construction.

Crude oil remained volatile and weak. The EU adjusted its sanctions against Russia, which will allow Russian state-owned companies to ship oil to third countries. The supply tension is expected to ease slightly, and the oil price is under pressure. On July 22, the settlement price of the main contract of WTI crude oil futures in the United States was US $94.70 / barrel; The settlement price of the main contract of lunt crude oil futures was $103.20 / barrel.

Although the operating load of downstream polyester slightly rebounded to 76%, the overall performance is still relatively weak, which suppresses the PTA price. Now, there are sporadic autumn and winter orders for terminal weaving, but the volume is small, mainly in bulk and small orders, and the enthusiasm for starting work is general. The comprehensive starting rate of Jiangsu and Zhejiang looms remains at a low level below 50%.

Business analysts believe that crude oil shocks downward, but there are signs of tightening on the PX supply side, which is still a positive support for PTA cost support. In addition, some PTA devices are planned to be overhauled, and the supply side is still expected to be tight. However, the weak demand side performance is difficult to improve in a short time. It is expected that PTA prices will pick up slightly in the short term, and the trend will remain weak in the future.

Ethylene oxide fell sharply by 500 yuan / ton on Wednesday, followed by another 200 yuan / ton in Jihua on Thursday. At present, the mainstream market price is 6550 yuan / ton, the ex factory price in Central China is 6650 yuan / ton, and Jihua is 6350 yuan / ton.

Upstream, the interest rate hike of the European Central Bank triggered demand concerns, the price of international crude oil futures fell, and the trading on the floor has been relatively quiet. Insiders tried to weigh the supply tightness caused by the weak energy demand and the reduction of Russian oil after the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Naphtha spot valuation fell to $78.14 / barrel. Northeast Asia ethylene remained at 860 US dollars / ton in the week. As of the closing of Asia on July 21, the spot price difference between ethylene and naphtha was $104.5 / ton, and the continuous loss situation of cracking unit has not been alleviated. Moreover, the domestic epidemic is sporadic, and the sealing and control policy may aggravate the low profit situation in the downstream, which continues to pose pressure on the demand side of naphtha.

Affected by the falling price and the pressure on inventory, some ethylene oxide manufacturers consider reducing the load. Based on the current external price, ethylene oxide is currently losing about 300 yuan. The 650000 ton ethylene glycol unit of Zhenhai Refining and Chemical Co., Ltd. was shut down for maintenance due to failure in the evening of 20 and is expected to restart next Monday.

Downstream monomer manufacturers follow up, manufacturers’ spot inventory pressure is large, traders are under pressure to ship, insiders are in a strong wait-and-see mood, the overall follow-up is limited, and the increase in demand is weak. There is no obvious good news to boost the market.

Forecast: EO has fallen to the low point in two years. Although the demand side is constrained, there is little downside space left, and it is expected to run at a low and weak level.

1、 Price trend

According to the monitoring data of business agency, the average ex factory price of domestic chlorinated paraffin 52 was 6116 yuan / ton on July 15, and the average ex factory price of domestic chlorinated paraffin 52 was 5883 yuan / ton on July 21. The price of chlorinated paraffin 52 fell by 3.81% this week.

2、 Market analysis

The price of chlorinated paraffin 52 fell this week. At present, the price of liquid chlorine, the raw material of chlorinated paraffin, is running downward, and the cost support is weak. The market demand for chlorinated paraffin is weak, and there are many downstream companies that need to be purchased. The industry is mainly cautious and wait-and-see. The operating rate of chlorinated paraffin enterprises this week is about 60%. As of July 21, the ex factory quotation of chlorinated paraffin 52 in Anhui Province was about 5800 yuan / ton, that in Northeast China was about 5800 yuan / ton, and that in Shandong Province was about 6000 yuan / ton.

In terms of raw liquid wax, the price of liquid wax rose slightly this week. Liquid wax follows the changes of crude oil market and plays a leading role in the trend. In terms of raw liquid chlorine, the price of liquid chlorine continued to fall this week. There are limited transactions on the floor and weak demand. The trend of liquid chlorine in the off-season market was poor, and some chlor alkali manufacturers suffered losses.

3、 Aftermarket forecast

According to the chlorinated paraffin analyst of business society, the current market demand for chlorinated paraffin is low, and there are few transactions on the floor, making it difficult to change the weak market in the short term. In the case of poor raw material market and weak demand, the chlorinated paraffin market is expected to continue to decline in the short term.

1、 Price trend

According to the monitoring data of the business agency, the price of soda ash was adjusted and operated this week. The average market price of light soda ash was 2910 yuan / ton at the beginning of the week and 2890 yuan / ton at the end of the week. The price fell by 0.69%, up 51.59% over the same period last year. On July 14, the commodity index of light soda ash was 148.21, down 0.51 points from yesterday, down 21.62% from the highest point of 189.10 in the cycle (2021-11-07), and up 134.70% from the lowest point of 63.15 on November 18, 2015. (Note: the period refers to 2011-09-01 to now)

2、 Market analysis

According to the monitoring data of the business agency, the price of soda ash was adjusted and operated this week. The mainstream market price of light soda ash in East China is about 2850-3000 yuan / ton. The price of soda ash in North China is temporarily stable, and the current market price of light soda ash is about 2850-3000 yuan / ton.

On the demand side: according to the monitoring of the business agency, the glass price fell slightly this week. The average price of glass on Monday was 20.35 yuan / square meter, and the average price this weekend was 20.21 yuan / square meter. The price fell within the week, with a range of 0.69%. Raw material prices lack support for the glass market. The terminal real estate market has not improved significantly, downstream enterprises are not enthusiastic about purchasing, and the glass market is dominated by rigid demand. It is expected that the glass spot market will be weak in the short term.

According to the price monitoring of the business community, in the 27th week of 2022 (7.4-7.8), there was a total of 1 commodity rising, 3 commodities falling and 1 commodity rising or falling to zero in the price rise and fall list of the chlor alkali industry. The main commodities rising are: calcium carbide (1.32%); The main commodities that fell were PVC (-5.42%), caustic soda (-0.65%), and light soda (-0.34%). The average rise and fall this week was -1.02%.

According to the analysts of the business agency, the survey data of the business agency shows that the price of soda ash is mainly stable and small, and the overall trading atmosphere is general. The overall wait-and-see attitude of the downstream, weak demand, the supply and demand game between the buyer and the seller, and it is comprehensively expected that the later soda ash price consolidation operation will be the main, depending on the downstream market demand.

According to the bulk commodity list data of shanghaishe, the recent weak consolidation of Shandong formaldehyde market, the average price of Shandong formaldehyde is 1213.33 yuan / ton, the current price fell by 6.19% month on month, and the current price fell by 9.45% year-on-year.

formaldehyde

Recently, the formaldehyde market price in Shandong has been weak. From the above figure, it can be seen that the formaldehyde market has been mainly volatile and falling in the past two months, and the recent market has been basically stable. As of July 19, the mainstream market price in Shandong is 1200-1220 yuan / ton. Recently, the methanol market has not fluctuated much, the cost support is general, the downstream operating rate has not been greatly improved, the just needed procurement has been maintained, the formaldehyde manufacturers have stably shipped, and the market is weak and consolidated.

Upstream methanol: the domestic methanol market was in a downturn, and the decline slowed down. The receiving price in northern Shandong, the main end market, is down synchronously, and the inventory of raw materials in local downstream factories is high, causing serious vehicle crushing. The production cost of methanol may be weakened, the supply of methanol will not be reduced, and the downstream rigid demand will prevail. Methanol analysts at business club predict that in the short term, the domestic methanol market may still decline at a low level.

This week, the methanol market was adjusted at a low level, the cost support was general, the construction of downstream plate factories did not improve, the demand for formaldehyde in the field was limited, formaldehyde manufacturers shipped normally, the market transaction was light, and the formaldehyde market was weak.

Recently, the domestic methanol market has a downward trend, and the demand of downstream wood panel plants continues to be poor. Therefore, formaldehyde analysts from the chemical branch of shanghaishe predict that the recent decline in formaldehyde prices in Shandong is mainly weak.

As of July 17, the average price of domestic fuel oil 180CST was 6556.00 yuan / ton (including tax), down 0.30% from 6576.00 yuan / ton on July 11, according to the data of business news agency.

On July 17, the fuel oil commodity index was 132.78, unchanged from yesterday, down 2.15% from the highest point 135.70 in the cycle (2022-06-21), and up 188.15% from the lowest point 46.08 on August 15, 2016. (Note: the period refers to 2011-09-01 to now)

The international crude oil price fell, and the cost support of ship fuel market was limited. According to the business news agency, as of July 17, the quotation of 180CST self extracting low sulfur fuel oil in Zhoushan area of zhongran was 6650 yuan / ton, and the quotation of 120cst self extracting low sulfur fuel oil was 6750 yuan / ton; The quotation of 180CST self extracting low sulfur fuel oil in Shanghai is 6500 yuan / ton, and the quotation of 120cst self extracting low sulfur fuel oil is 6600 yuan / ton.

The international crude oil price fell, and the market was mainly affected by the strengthening of the US dollar. The expectation of the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates increased the risk of economic recession; Superimposed on the repeated outbreaks in Asia, the possible blockade measures will suppress demand.

Singapore’s fuel oil inventory decreased, supporting fuel oil prices. It is understood that Singapore enterprise development authority (ESG): as of the week of July 13, Singapore’s fuel oil storage fell by 587000 barrels to a two-week low of 20.821 million barrels. Singapore’s light distillate stocks fell 1.681 million barrels to a two-week low of 15.158 million barrels. Singapore’s medium distillate stocks fell by 52000 barrels to a five week low of 7.619 million barrels.

Aftermarket forecast: the domestic ship fuel market has a strong wait-and-see mood, the downstream receiving mentality is cautious, the market terminal demand is less, the transaction is light, the rigid demand is dominant, and the ship fuel market price is slightly downward. At present, the low sulfur market price of fuel oil 180CST is about 6500 yuan / ton, and the low sulfur market price of fuel oil 120cst is about 6600 yuan / ton, which is a single discussion. It is expected that the fuel oil 180CST market may be dominated by weakness in the near future.

Recent price trend of hydrochloric acid

As can be seen from the above figure, the domestic hydrochloric acid price fell slightly this week, and the average market price fell from 260.00 yuan / ton last weekend to 226.67 yuan / ton this weekend, a decrease of 12.82%. Compared with the same period last year, it fell by 1.45% year-on-year. On July 15, the hydrochloric acid commodity index was 59.65, unchanged from yesterday, down 56.74% from the highest point 137.89 in the cycle (2021-10-26), and up 231.76% from the lowest point 17.98 on September 5, 2012. (Note: the period refers to 2011-09-01 to now)

The upstream support is weakened, and the downstream procurement is general

Judging from the manufacturer’s quotation, the domestic hydrochloric acid market price fell slightly this week. Dongming Petrochemical hydrochloric acid quoted 250 yuan / ton this weekend, which was temporarily stable compared with last weekend. Wen Shui synthetic hydrochloric acid is quoted at 180 yuan / ton this weekend, which is temporarily stable compared with last weekend; Liaocheng Huatong hydrochloric acid quoted 150 yuan / ton this weekend, which was temporarily stable compared with last weekend; Xiangcheng San’an hydrochloric acid quoted 350 yuan / ton this weekend, down 100 yuan / ton compared with last weekend.

From the perspective of the upstream and downstream industrial chain of hydrochloric acid, the upstream liquid chlorine market is low, and the cost support is insufficient. The market price of downstream polyaluminum chloride fell slightly, from about 2230.00 yuan / ton at the end of last week to 2210.00 yuan / ton at the end of this week, down 0.90%, up 28.24% year-on-year compared with the same period last year; The market price of ammonium chloride fell slightly, from 1540.00 yuan / ton last weekend to 1472.50 yuan / ton this weekend, a decrease of 4.38%. On the whole, the upstream support is insufficient, and the enthusiasm of downstream procurement is weakened.

Aftermarket forecast

In the middle and late July, the market price of hydrochloric acid may fall in a narrow range. The market of upstream liquid chlorine has been adjusted at a low level recently, and the cost support is insufficient. The market prices of downstream polyaluminum chloride and ammonium chloride have declined slightly, and the downstream purchase intention is general. Business analysts believe that hydrochloric acid has suffered a slight shock and decline recently.