Get the ChemPriceHub app — track prices on the go. Membership syncs across app & web. View plans

Welcome to ChemPriceHub

 
Home > News > Morning Market Brief: Isopropanol

Morning Market Brief: Isopropanol

Published on 2026-09-23

I. Key Points

  1. Yesterday, the negotiated price for acetone in the East China market was 8,975 CNY/ton, an increase of 25 CNY/ton compared to the previous day.
  2. Yesterday, Lihuayi Weiyuan's external quote for isopropyl alcohol (IPA) was 9,300 CNY/ton.

Core Logic: Monitor raw material price fluctuations and downstream demand follow-through.

II. Price Table

Product Region Sep 22 Sep 21 Change Rate
Propylene East China 9,525 9,725 -2.06%
Acetone East China 8,975 8,950 +0.28%
Isopropyl Alcohol East China 9,050 8,600 +5.23%
Notes: 1. Acetone, propylene, and isopropyl alcohol prices refer to National Standard Premium Grade products. 2. All listed prices are spot cash-on-delivery (self-pickup) prices in CNY/ton. 3. The two price points represent snapshot prices from the two preceding working weeks, not weekly averages. 4. The change rate indicates the period-over-period percentage change.

III. Market Outlook

Yesterday, the domestic isopropyl alcohol (IPA) market rose significantly. Affected by plant shutdowns at certain facilities, producers actively raised their quotes. This bolstered holder sentiment, driving a slight upward shift in the market's negotiation center. Downstream factories inquired on an as-needed basis, with few transactions occurring at higher prices; most deals were driven by rigid demand. The IPA market is expected to remain firm today. Continued observation of raw material trends and downstream demand follow-through is required.

IV. Data Calendar

Data Item Release Date Previous Period Current Trend Forecast
IPA Plant Operating Rate Thursday 17:00 PM 54.07%
Legend: 1. ↓↑ indicates significant volatility, highlighting data dimensions with changes exceeding 3%. 2. ↗↘ indicates narrow-range fluctuation, highlighting data with changes within 3%. 3. → indicates stability.

Comments

0
  • Olivier Dupont 2026-09-23 20:06
    IPA's 5.23% surge due to plant shutdowns tightens supply, but rigid downstream demand may cap further gains. With propylene falling, watch feedstock cost dynamics and capacity utilization closely for margin sustainabilit..
No comments yet.