Recently, the market prices of 2-ethylhexanol from manufacturers in China have been continuously increasing. From August 12 to 14, the factory prices of many enterprises in Shandong cumulatively rose by 100 CNY per ton. As of August 17, the average price difference indicator shows that 2-ethylhexanol has entered a deep correction and fluctuation phase. The price over a one-year period is at a medium-high level, with limited room for further increases. Attention should be paid to the impact of changes in the upstream and downstream segments of the industrial chain on the market trend.
I. Table of Average Deviation Changes
| Average Difference Type | Today's Value (2026-08-17) | Yesterday's Value (2026-08-16) | Direction of Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-day Average Difference (D5) | 6.67 | 20 | - |
| 10-day Average Difference (D10) | 86.66 | 100 | - |
| 20-day Average Difference (D20) | 163.33 | 150 | + |
II. Signal Status Determination
The current mean difference change direction combination is (－, －, ＋), which belongs to a deep correction (bearish, corrective nature) signal.
III. Trend Direction Conclusions
The price trend is oscillating. Reason: The directions of change for the three moving average differences (5-day, 10-day, and 20-day) compared to the previous day are not completely consistent, which does not meet the criteria for a clear trend. Therefore, it is judged as an oscillating market, with characteristics of a deep pullback and a bearish oscillation.
4. Spatial Reference
Isobutanol prices in China over a 1-year period are at a mid-high level (in the 60%-80% range), with limited room for further increases and some potential for a pullback; both the 60-day and 3-month periods are at high levels, indicating significant short-term downward pressure.
V. Trend Chart Display
VI. Recent Manufacturer Quotation Trends in China
2026-08-14, the Shandong Lihuayi Group's 140,000-ton annual isooctanol plant in China, had a factory price of 8,100 CNY/ton, with an increase of 100 CNY/ton.
2026-08-13, Shandong Hualu Hengsheng Group's annual production of 200,000 tons of isooctanol plant is operating normally, with a factory price of 8,600 CNY/ton, an increase of 100 CNY/ton from the previous trading day.
2026-08-12, Shandong Hualu Hengsheng Group's isooctanol factory price was 8,500 CNY/ton, an increase of 100 CNY/ton from the previous trading day; Luxi Chemical Group's 380,000-ton annual isooctanol production facility is operating normally, with a quoted price of 8,300 CNY/ton, an increase of 100 CNY/ton.
Risk Warning
The above analysis is for reference only and does not constitute trading advice.
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