February Ammonium Sulfate Market Continues to Rise in China

February 26 News

I. Price Trends

According to the commodity market analysis system, on February 26, the average market price of caprolactam-grade ammonium sulfate in China was 1,216 CNY/ton, and on February 1, the average market price of caprolactam-grade ammonium sulfate in China was 1,153 CNY/ton. The market price of ammonium sulfate increased by 5.49% this month.

2. Market Analysis

This month, the ammonium sulfate market prices in China continued the trend from January, showing a strong upward trend, with minor adjustments in production rates. During the Spring Festival, the high prices of urea in India supported an increase in urea prices, which indirectly benefited the ammonium sulfate market. The supply of ammonium sulfate in China is tight, providing support on the supply side, while downstream demand is following as needed. Currently, manufacturers and distributors are experiencing smooth sales, mainly maintaining their prices. As of February 26, for coking-grade ammonium sulfate, the mainstream ex-factory quotation in Shandong region is around 1090 CNY/ton. For caprolactam-grade ammonium sulfate, the mainstream ex-factory quotation in Shandong region is around 1180-1230 CNY/ton.

Based on the weekly candlestick chart from December 1, 2025, to February 16, 2026, it can be seen that the price of ammonium sulfate in China fluctuated during the period. In February, the price of ammonium sulfate in China increased significantly, with the largest price increase occurring in the week of February 9, when the price rose by 2%.

3. Future Market Forecast

Ammonium sulfate analysts believe that recently, the price trend of ammonium sulfate in China has been mainly upward. Currently, inquiries in the ammonium sulfate market have increased, with good transaction atmosphere and active restocking by downstream buyers. It is expected that the short-term market trend for ammonium sulfate in China will be mainly rising.