Cyclohexane Market Prices Mainly Stable in China

March 25th, news:

I. Price Trends

According to the monitored data, as of March 25, the average price of industrial-grade premium cyclohexane in China was 7,400 CNY per ton. Recently, the market supply and demand have been relatively balanced, showing a steady and slightly upward trend. In the short term, it is expected to maintain a stable and narrow range of adjustments.

2. Market Analysis

From a market perspective, cyclohexane is primarily used in the production of cyclohexanol and cyclohexanone, which in turn find applications in industries such as nylon, coatings, and synthetic fibers. Currently, downstream industries are operating at low capacity utilization rates, putting downward pressure on profits. Purchases are driven mainly by immediate needs, with little incentive for large-scale restocking. In particular, the slow recovery of demand in the coatings and textile sectors has dampened the incremental demand for cyclohexane. Market sentiment remains cautious, and negotiation focuses have remained stable. Due to weak supply and demand, industry players generally adopt a wait-and-see approach—there’s neither significant selling pressure nor strong expectations of price hikes. Analysts have repeatedly pointed out that, in the short term, the market will likely maintain a pattern of “supply-demand balance and stable prices.”

Supply side: In terms of imports and exports, since 2025, the overall import and export volume of cyclohexane has been less than in 2024. The supply in China is abundant, showing a state of "supply exceeding demand and high inventory levels." Although the demand for cyclohexane in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and other regions has grown rapidly, providing export opportunities for Chinese companies, the overall export volume has decreased year-on-year, further increasing the supply pressure in the Chinese market. Do you need me to prepare a comparison table of major cyclohexane producers and their supply capabilities? I can help you sort out the production capacity distribution, product specifications, and market positioning of self-use and export-oriented enterprises, making it easier for you to conduct procurement or competitive analysis.

III. Future Market Forecast

The cyclohexane analyst believes: In the short term, the cyclohexane market in China will maintain its current trend, with prices remaining stable.