Weekly Data Statistics on China's Acrylonitrile Production and Capacity Utilization Rate (September 25 – October 1, 2026)

I. Qualitative Analysis of Sample Production Volume and Capacity Utilization Rate Trends

This week (September 25–October 1, 2026), the total production volume of acrylonitrile plants in China was 85,000 tons, a decrease of 100 tons from the previous week; the weekly capacity utilization rate was 72.84%, down 0.12 percentage points from the previous week. During this period, Sierbang reduced its operation to two units.

Weekly Comparison of Sample Production Volume and Capacity Utilization Rate for Chinese Acrylonitrile Plants (Unit: 10,000 tons, %)

Source: Chempricehub Information

II. Forecast Analysis of Sample Production Volume and Capacity Utilization Rate Trends

For next week, the estimated weekly production volume for sample Chinese acrylonitrile plants is approximately 89,000 tons, with an estimated capacity utilization rate of around 74%. This represents a potential increase compared to current data, driven by the successful commissioning of Sinopec Tianjin’s new 130,000-ton unit.

III. Comparison of Sample Production Volume and Capacity Utilization Rate Trends with Product Prices

As of this week, both the weekly production volume and operating rates of sample Chinese acrylonitrile plants declined. Acrylonitrile prices remained stagnant in consolidation under cost pressure.

Sample Description: The acrylonitrile production volume and capacity utilization rates reported by Chempricehub Information cover the total output of all acrylonitrile producers in China, encompassing 19 domestic acrylonitrile plants, representing 100% sample coverage.

Definitions:

Production Volume: Generally refers to the quantity of goods actually produced by manufacturing enterprises over a specific period that meets relevant standards (not merely commodity count, but weight or volume under specific measurement units), i.e., actual production volume.

Capacity Utilization Rate: Refers to the degree of utilization of enterprise capacity, also known as operating load. It is typically calculated as the ratio of product output or raw material processing volume to effective capacity. (At the end of each year, Chempricehub excludes capacity that has been continuously shut down for two natural years or more from effective capacity, classifying it as "zombie capacity," which is not included in the base for calculating the capacity utilization rate.)

Statistical Scope: The statistical period for acrylonitrile production volume and capacity utilization rates at Chempricehub Information runs from Friday of the previous week to Thursday of the current week. Data is released at 17:00 on Thursdays during working days.