According to the commodity market analysis system of Business Society, the market for polyaluminum chloride (PAC) experienced a slight increase in January. The market price for solid (industrial grade, content ≥28%) PAC in China was approximately 1,720 RMB/ton on January 30, compared to 1,711.67 RMB/ton on January 1, representing an increase of 0.49%. Water treatment enterprises in China's main production regions are operating normally, with ample market supply. Downstream procurement is based on demand, while the price of raw material hydrochloric acid remains weak. Fuel prices have risen, leading to mixed trends in the production costs of PAC.

Raw Material Hydrochloric Acid: In January, the domestic hydrochloric acid market initially declined before rising, remaining overall stable. As of January 30, the price of hydrochloric acid was 107.50 RMB/ton.

Production Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG): In January, the domestic LNG market price increased significantly. As of January 30, the average price of LNG was 3,610 RMB/ton, up 9.33% from 3,302 RMB/ton on January 1. Persistent low temperatures in northern regions have driven strong heating demand, supporting LNG consumption.

Market Outlook: In January, the price of raw material hydrochloric acid remained weak, while the price of LNG rose, resulting in mixed trends in PAC production costs. On the supply side, PAC manufacturers in China are operating normally with sufficient inventory. On the demand side, downstream procurement remains subdued, primarily driven by immediate needs. Currently, the domestic supply of PAC exceeds demand, and it is expected that the market for PAC will remain largely stable in the near term.