During this period (October 15–21, 2026), the average profit for China’s non-integrated styrene units was -379 CNY/ton, representing a loss reduction of 52 CNY/ton compared to the previous week, with the loss margin narrowing by 11.99% on a weekly basis. Although weekly losses continued to improve and individual unit operating rates saw slight recovery, current profitability remains in the mid-to-low range observed in recent years. Industry operating rates continue to face pressure, and cost-side pressures have not significantly eased in the short term.
| Styrene Non-Integrated Unit Profit Trend Chart (2022–2026) (CNY/ton) |
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Weekly Data Comparison of Profit for China’s Non-Integrated Styrene Units (CNY/ton)
| Type | Oct 8 – Oct 14 | Sep 24 – Sep 30 | Change | Change (%) |
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| Non-integrated units | -430.75 | -1243.27 | 812.52 | 65.35% |
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Comparison Table of Price, Cost, and Profit for China’s Non-Integrated Styrene Units vs. Same Period Last Year (Unit: CNY/ton)
| Item | 2026/10/21 | 2025/10/21 | Difference | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pure Benzene | 10355 | 5470 | 4885 | CNY/ton |
| Ethylene CFR Northeast Asia | 1150 | 780 | 370 | USD/ton |
| Styrene | 11275 | 6510 | 4765 | CNY/ton |
| Styrene Cost | 11550.00 | 6990 | 4560 | CNY/ton |
| Non-integrated Unit Profit | -275 | -480 | 205 | CNY/ton |
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On the raw materials side, pure benzene costs remain strongly supportive. Coupled with continued inventory drawdowns at East China ports, the East China pure benzene market is expected to maintain high-level strength next week, providing robust cost support for styrene. The fundamental supply-demand balance for styrene itself continues to reflect a tight spot market situation, with port inventories expected to decline further. Although downstream negative feedback pressure persists, month-end delivery and restocking demand are likely to provide support. Consequently, styrene prices may fluctuate with an upward bias, offering some scope for modest recovery in processing profits for non-integrated units.
As of this week, the average profit for China’s non-integrated styrene units showed a slight weekly improvement. However, rigid support from raw material costs remains, establishing a bottom support level for styrene prices.
| Daily Profit and Market Price Trend Chart for Non-Integrated Styrene Units (CNY/ton) |
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Data Source: Chempricehub Information
Sample Description: On the data release date, Chempricehub Information monitors theoretical profits based on raw material prices and mainstream transaction prices for styrene in major production regions across China.
Term Definition: Non-integrated profit refers to the production profit of styrene manufacturers using externally sourced raw materials. It is calculated as the actual spot transaction price in mainstream markets minus the total per-ton cost and additional expenses (excluding financial costs).
Statistical Scope: The non-integrated styrene profit data provided by Chempricehub Information is primary statistical data. Samples cover domestic non-integrated styrene producers located inland. Statistics are compiled daily, with data released between 15:00 and 17:00 on Thursdays during working days.
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