Recently, the production of 2-ethylhexanol in Shandong, China has been stable, with factory quotations increasing for several consecutive days. As of August 25, 2026, the market average price was reported at 8,900 CNY per ton. According to the analysis using the average difference method, the current 2-ethylhexanol price has ended its continuous upward trend and entered a phase of adjustment. The price is currently at a high level over the past year, and the room for further increases is limited. It is recommended to closely monitor changes in the cost of upstream propylene and the demand in the downstream plasticizer sector.
The latest available data on isooctanol prices in China is up to August 25, 2026. It is recommended to refer to real-time data.
I. Table of Mean Difference Changes
| Mean Difference Indicator | Value as of August 25, 2026 | Value as of August 24, 2026 | Direction of Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-day Mean Difference (D5) | 0 | 40 | - |
| 10-day Mean Difference (D10) | 236.67 | 253.33 | - |
| 20-day Mean Difference (D20) | 246.66 | 246.67 | - |
II. Signal State Determination
The current three deviations have changed in the same direction as the previous day, all showing a negative change, which is a clear signal of a decline.
III. Trend Direction Conclusions
The current price trend of 2-ethylhexanol is a phased decline (adjustment). The reason is that the 5-day, 10-day, and 20-day average differences have all decreased compared to the previous day, with the direction of change being consistently negative. This meets the clear downward trend judgment rule of the average difference method. The previous continuous upward trend has temporarily stopped, entering a correction phase.
IV. Positional Spatial Reference
The price of 2-ethylhexanol is in the top 20% range for the 60-day, 3-month, and 1-year periods, corresponding to the 5th tier (high position). The room for further increases is limited, and there is a need to be cautious of the risk of a pullback from the high position.
5. 1-Year Trend Chart Display
6. Industrial Chain Reference
The upstream core raw material for iso-octanol is propylene. Currently, propylene prices are stable, providing strong cost support for iso-octanol. Downstream products include plasticizers such as DOTP and DOP, as well as various iso-octyl ester products. At present, overall downstream demand remains in a weak recovery phase, limiting the upward momentum on iso-octanol prices.
Risk Warning
The above analysis is for reference only and does not constitute trading advice.
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