On September 9, 2026, the spot price of 2-ethylhexanol in China continued to rise, with major manufacturers increasing their quotes. The high price of upstream propylene provided strong support for the cost side. The current 2-ethylhexanol is in a state of stagnation warning according to the average difference indicator, and the price over a 1-year period has already reached the 5th highest level, indicating limited room for further increases.
The most recent available data is up to September 9, 2026. It is recommended to refer to real-time data.
1. Mean Deviation Change Table
| Mean Difference Indicator | Value on September 9, 2026 | Value on September 8, 2026 | Direction of Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-day Mean Difference (D5) | 53.33 | 0 | + |
| 10-day Mean Difference (D10) | 103.33 | 133.34 | - |
| 20-day Mean Difference (D20) | 110 | 93.33 | + |
2. Signal Status Determination
The current mean difference change combination is (+, -, +), which belongs to a stagflation warning (bearish) signal.
3. Trend Direction Conclusion
The current price trend is fluctuating. Reason: The direction of change in the three averages compared to the previous day is not entirely consistent, which does not meet the criteria for a clear upward or downward trend. Therefore, it is judged as fluctuating, with a bearish signal and a risk of stagnation.
4. Positional Spatial Reference
Isobutanol prices for 60-day, 3-month, and 1-year periods are all at high levels, corresponding to the 5th tier of the 5-tier system, with limited room for further increases.
5. Trend Chart Display
6. Fundamental Reference
From the supply side, on September 9, Luxi Chemical (with an annual production of 380,000 tons of 2-ethylhexanol) was operating normally, with a 2-ethylhexanol price of 9,300 CNY/ton, an increase of 200 CNY/ton from the previous day; on September 4, Shandong Hualu Hengsheng (with an annual production of 200,000 tons of 2-ethylhexanol) was also operating normally, with a factory price of 2-ethylhexanol at 9,600 CNY/ton, an increase of 100 CNY/ton from the previous trading day. From the cost side, the current price of upstream propylene is at a one-year high, providing strong cost support for 2-ethylhexanol. From the demand side, the overall demand for downstream products such as DOP, DBP, and 2-ethylhexanoic acid is stable, showing a decent willingness to purchase 2-ethylhexanol.
7. Risk Warning
The above analysis is for reference only and does not constitute trading advice.
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