In the current period (Aug 27–Sep 2, 2026), the average profit of China's non-integrated styrene units was -469 yuan/ton, narrowing by 2 yuan/ton from the previous week, representing a 0.52% reduction in losses week-on-week. On a weekly basis, the loss situation at non-integrated producers changed little. Overall profitability remained in a weak range, and pressure on industry operating rates persisted.
Weekly profit comparison of China's styrene non-integrated units (yuan/ton)
| Type | Week of Sep 2 | Week of Aug 26 | Change | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Non-integrated units | -468.83 | -471.29 | 2.46 | -0.52% |
Year-over-year comparison of price, cost, and profit for China's styrene non-integrated units
| Item | 2026/9/2 | 2025/9/2 | Difference | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pure benzene | 8895 | 5850 | 3045 | yuan/ton |
| Ethylene CFR Northeast Asia | 1100 | 840 | 260 | USD/ton |
| Styrene | 9850 | 7000 | 2850 | yuan/ton |
| Styrene cost | 10303.32 | 7433 | 2870 | yuan/ton |
| Non-integrated unit profit | -453 | -433 | -20 | yuan/ton |
On the raw material side, geopolitical disruptions are expected to create upside room for international oil prices, providing strong support on the cost end. The pure benzene market is expected to move firmly with some fluctuations next week, strengthening cost support for styrene. Styrene supply itself is set to increase slightly. Although spot demand remains average, low inventories mean there is no notable pressure from fundamentals. Meanwhile, export negotiations have reportedly increased, boosting market confidence to some extent. At the same time, non-integrated units still face certain cost pressure. Processing profits for non-integrated units are therefore expected to see a modest recovery next week.
As of this week, the average profit of China's styrene non-integrated units increased slightly. Under the current profit level, non-integrated production units remain under pressure in both production and sales. The rigid support from raw material costs continues to provide a bottom for styrene prices.
Sample description: On the data release date, Chempricehub Information conducts theoretical profit monitoring based on raw material prices in China's major styrene-producing regions and mainstream styrene transaction prices.
Glossary: Non-integrated profit refers to the production profit of styrene producers with non-integrated units that procure raw materials externally. It is calculated as the mainstream actual spot transaction price minus the total per-ton cost and additional expenses (excluding financial expenses).
Statistical coverage: The styrene non-integrated profit data published by Chempricehub Information are first-hand statistics. The sample covers domestic inland styrene producers with non-integrated units. Statistics are compiled daily and released between 15:00 and 17:00 every Thursday (working days).
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