Weekly Production Profit Statistics for n-Butanol Samples in China (September 11–17, 2026)

This week, the average weekly profit for n-butanol stood at CNY 1,102 per ton, an increase of CNY 48 per ton compared to the previous period. This growth was primarily driven by a significant decline in the price of propylene, the key feedstock, which followed the downward trend in crude oil prices. Although the market price of n-butanol also fluctuated and trended downward, its rate of decrease was smaller than that of the raw material, resulting in improved gross margins for domestic n-butanol producers. Specifically, the average weekly price of propylene fell by CNY 311 per ton, while the average weekly price of n-butanol dropped by only CNY 144 per ton, leading to higher profitability.

Data Source: Chempricehub Information

Sample Description:

• Calculation Method: The profit for n-butanol is calculated as the difference between the ex-factory price of n-butanol and its production cost. Chempricehub Information tracks the profit for n-butanol produced via the oxo synthesis process in the Shandong region.
• Definition and Timing: The "average weekly profit" reported by Chempricehub Information refers to the mainstream ex-factory gross margin for n-butanol in the Shandong region. The statistical period covers from Friday of the previous week to Thursday of the current week. Data is released on Thursdays between 13:30 and 17:00 (working days).