February 25th News On February 25th, Hebei Shunkang's coconut shell activated carbon (iodine value 800) was quoted at 9,500 yuan/ton (including tax, ex-factory), marking an increase of 50 yuan/ton. The price rise is further driven by reduced coconut shell production in Southeast Asia and strong downstream demand. Chempricehub Analysis of Activated Carbon Bull-Bear Score: +1 The article indicates that Hebei Shunkang's coconut shell activated carbon (iodine value 800) has seen a price increase of 50 yuan/ton to 9,500 yuan/ton. This is primarily driven by a dual impact of reduced supply due to decreased coconut shell production in Southeast Asia and robust downstream demand. The contraction on the supply side (e.g., raw material shortages) coupled with strengthened demand jointly supports spot prices, with expectations of further price increases in the short term. Based on this, it is rated as generally positive (+1), reflecting the positive impact of improved supply-demand fundamentals on prices.