Weekly Data Statistics on Capacity Utilization of Sample Caustic Soda Enterprises in China

This week (November 6–12, 2026), the capacity utilization rate of Chinese caustic soda sample enterprises with an annual capacity of 100,000 tons or more was 75.7%, a decrease of 1.3% from the previous week. During the week, two chlor-alkali units underwent maintenance, while the restart of other units was delayed; additionally, some plants implemented temporary load reductions. By region, chlor-alkali operating rates declined in Northwest, North, East, South, and Southwest China, while they increased in Central and Northeast China. Specifically, Shandong’s chlor-alkali operating rate stood at 78.4% this week, remaining flat compared to the previous week. Looking ahead to next week, no scheduled chlor-alkali unit maintenance is planned, but two units are expected to restart. The national chlor-alkali operating rate is forecast to be around 76.3%.

Data Statistics on Capacity Utilization Rate of Chinese Caustic Soda Sample Enterprises (November 12, 2026)