As of September 8, 2026, the average spot price of 2-ethylhexanol in China remained at 9166.67 CNY/ton. The upstream propylene cost support is strong, and the downstream demand for plasticizers is generally stable. According to the mean difference method, the current 2-ethylhexanol price has shown a clear downward signal, and the price over a 1-year period is in a high range, limiting the potential for further increases. Market participants need to closely monitor changes in supply and demand both upstream and downstream.
Data Description
The latest available data on isooctanol in China is up to September 8, 2026. It is recommended to refer to real-time data.
I. Table of Mean Difference Changes
| Average Difference Type | Today’s Value (2026.09.08) | Yesterday’s Value (2026.09.07) | Direction of Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-day Average Difference (D5) | 0 | 6.67 | - |
| 10-day Average Difference (D10) | 133.34 | 163.33 | - |
| 20-day Average Difference (D20) | 93.33 | 93.34 | - |
II. Signal State Determination
The current three deviations have changed in the same direction as the previous day, all being negative, which is a clear signal of a decline.
III. Trend Direction Conclusions
The current price trend of 2-ethylhexanol is clearly downward, as the changes in the 5-day, 10-day, and 20-day average differences from the previous day are all negative, meeting the criteria for a clear downward trend according to the average difference method.
4. Location and Spatial Reference
Isobutanol 1-year cycle price is in the 5th tier (high) out of 5 tiers in China, with limited upside potential.
V. Chart Display
Six、Dynamics of Upstream and Downstream Industries
Upstream: The average price of propylene, the raw material, on September 8 was 9,217.67 CNY/ton. Over the past year, prices have remained at a high level, providing strong cost support for isooctanol.
Downstream Segment: Prices of key downstream plasticizer products such as DOP and DBP, derived from isooctanol, remain high, while overall demand remains stable.
Plant Updates: Shandong Hualu Hengsheng and Luxi Chemical's isooctanol plants are operating normally. At the beginning of September, the factory prices were adjusted upwards.
VII. Risk Warning
The above analysis is for reference only and does not constitute trading advice.
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