January ammonium sulfate market trend in China shows a strong increase

I. Price Trends

According to the commodity market analysis system, on January 28, the average market price of caprolactam-grade ammonium sulfate in China was 1,148 CNY per ton, and on January 1, the average market price of caprolactam-grade ammonium sulfate in China was 1,046 CNY per ton. The market price of ammonium sulfate increased by 9.71% this month.

II. Market Analysis

This month, the market price of ammonium sulfate in China has shown a strong upward trend. The operating rate of the coke grade has been slightly adjusted, while the operating rate of the caprolactam grade is relatively low. The increase in urea prices this month has positively impacted the ammonium sulfate market. The supply side of ammonium sulfate is supported, and demand is gradually following. Downstream buyers are more inclined to buy on rising prices rather than falling ones, which has increased their enthusiasm for restocking, leading to an improved trading atmosphere in the ammonium sulfate market. Manufacturers are mainly maintaining stable and smooth sales. As of January 28, the mainstream ex-factory quotation for coke-grade ammonium sulfate in Shandong region is around 1020 CNY/ton. For caprolactam-grade ammonium sulfate, the mainstream ex-factory quotation in Shandong region is around 1120-1160 CNY/ton.

According to the weekly K-line chart from November 3, 2025, to January 10, 2026, China's ammonium sulfate market experienced alternating periods of price increases and decreases. In January, ammonium sulfate prices in China rose significantly, with the largest price increase occurring during the week of January 12, followed by a price decrease of 3.14% in the subsequent week.

III. Future Market Forecast

Ammonium sulfate analysts believe that recently, the price trend of ammonium sulfate in China has been mainly upward. Currently, the ammonium sulfate market is trading well, with downstream buyers replenishing stocks as needed and an increase in inquiries. It is expected that in the short term, the market for ammonium sulfate in China will continue to operate on a strong note.

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