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MEK (Methyl Ethyl Ketone) Production Capacity Utilization Statistics for MEK Enterprises (October 9–15, 2026)

Published on 2026-10-15
Figure 2026 MEK Industry Capacity Utilization Rate Chart
Data Source: Chempricehub Information

Table: Statistics of Shut-down Units in the MEK Industry

Producer Capacity (10k t/a) Start Date End Date Remarks
Xinjiang Tianli 4 July 2023 TBD Restart date pending
Ningbo Kingfa 4 January 2024 TBD Restart date pending
Hunan Ruiyuan 5 April 18, 2025 TBD Restart date pending
Anhui Zhonghuifa 4 July 7, 2025 TBD Restart date pending
Hunan Zhongchuang 20 April 28, 2026 TBD Shutdown; restart date pending

As of October 15, the domestic capacity utilization rate for the methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) industry remained at 83.32%, unchanged from the previous period. There were no significant changes in unit operating rates during this cycle. The MEK industry's operating rate is expected to remain stable next week.

Sample Description: The capacity utilization data provided by Chempricehub Information are primary statistical data covering all sample producers, with a 100% sample coverage rate.

Definition: Capacity utilization refers to the degree to which a company's production capacity is used, generally calculated as the ratio of actual output to total capacity.

Statistical Scope: The weekly capacity utilization statistic covers the period from last Friday to this Thursday, with data released every Thursday afternoon at 17:00.

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