Supply and Demand Improve; Early Month Sees Rising Prices for n-Butanol Market

December 2nd News

According to the commodity market analysis system, as of December 2, 2025, the reference price for n-butanol in Shandong, China is 5,200 CNY/ton. Compared to November 28 (when the reference price for n-butanol was 5,150 CNY/ton), the price has increased by 50 CNY/ton, a price increase of 0.97%.

In early December, the n-butanol market in Shandong, China, experienced a slight increase.

From the commodity market analysis system, it can be seen that at the beginning of December, the n-butanol market in Shandong region of China showed an overall upward trend. Some n-butanol factories and suppliers in Shandong raised their prices by about 50 CNY per ton. The overall market negotiation focus slightly shifted upwards. As of December 2nd, the n-butanol market price in Shandong region of China was around 5,200-5,250 CNY per ton.

Market Factor Analysis

Supply aspect: Entering December, the overall supply pressure of n-butanol in Shandong has eased, with the overall operating load of n-butanol reduced, factory inventories decreased, and the support from the supply side for the n-butanol market in China has strengthened.

Demand Side: Downstream buyers of n-butanol are taking advantage of lower prices to make purchases, boosting overall inquiry activity and improving trading sentiment. This has provided some support to the demand side.

Future Market Prediction

Currently, the n-butanol market in Shandong, China, is showing a strong trend overall, with a positive trading atmosphere and optimistic sentiment among industry players. N-butanol analysts predict that in the short term, the n-butanol market in Shandong, China, will likely to operate steadily with a slightly stronger bias. Specific developments will require close attention to changes in supply and demand dynamics.