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ChemPriceHub Important Notice: Southeast Asian Coconut Shell Shortage Drives Up Activated Carbon Prices

Published on 2026-01-30

On January 30, Hebei Shunkang quoted the price of coconut shell activated carbon with an iodine value of 800 at 9,500 yuan/ton (including tax, ex-factory), representing an increase of 50 yuan/ton. The current reduction in coconut shell production in Southeast Asia, coupled with strong downstream demand, has further driven up prices. PriceSeek's analysis of activated carbon gives a bullish-bearish score of 1.5. The article indicates that the spot price of activated carbon has risen by 50 yuan/ton to 9,500 yuan/ton, primarily driven by a dual factor of reduced raw material supply due to coconut shell production cuts in Southeast Asia and robust downstream demand. The tightening of supply combined with growing demand has reinforced the upward price trend, constituting a strong positive factor for the spot market. If production cuts persist or demand further expands in the future, prices may continue to rise. It is advisable to monitor supply chain dynamics.

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