During the current period (October 22–28, 2026), the average profit for Chinese non-integrated styrene units was -114 yuan/ton, representing a recovery of 266 yuan/ton from losses compared to the previous week, with the magnitude of losses narrowing by 70.04% week-on-week. Although weekly losses continued to recover, market concerns persist regarding the sustainability of this profit level. Only a few units saw slight increases in operating rates, while overall industry utilization remained under pressure; short-term cost-side pressures have not yet been significantly alleviated.
| 2022-2026 Styrene Non-integrated Unit Profit Trend Chart (Yuan/Ton) |
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Weekly Data Comparison of Chinese Styrene Non-integrated Unit Profits (Yuan/Ton)
| Type | Oct 22 – Oct 28 | Oct 15 – Oct 21 | Change | Change (%) |
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| Non-integrated Units | -113.59 | -379.09 | 265.50 | 70.04% |
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Comparison Table of Chinese Styrene Non-integrated Unit Prices, Costs, and Profits vs. Same Period Last Year (Unit: Yuan/Ton)
| Item | 2026/10/28 | 2025/10/28 | Price Difference | Unit |
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| Pure Benzene | 10,500 | 5,435 | 5,065 | Yuan/Ton |
| Ethylene CFR NE Asia | 1,210 | 750 | 460 | USD/Ton |
| Styrene | 11,575 | 6,455 | 5,120 | Yuan/Ton |
| Styrene Cost | 11,793.05 | 6,887 | 4,906 | Yuan/Ton |
| Non-integrated Unit Profit | -218 | -432 | 214 | Yuan/Ton |
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On the raw material side, although East China pure benzene faces potential downward pressure from expected inventory accumulation, it is supported by strong crude oil costs and essential restocking by downstream users, creating a tug-of-war that limits significant downside room. Pure benzene prices are expected to maintain high-level wide-range fluctuations next week, providing strong cost support for styrene. Styrene fundamentals continue to reflect tight spot supply; however, price transmission to downstream segments is hindered, and market enthusiasm for chasing highs has cooled. Consequently, styrene prices may fluctuate at high levels with an overall slightly weak trend. Overall, port inventories of styrene are expected to remain in a low range, offering some scope for minor recovery in processing profits for non-integrated units.
As of this week, the average profit for Chinese styrene non-integrated units has continued to recover. However, rigid support effects from raw material costs remain, establishing a floor for styrene prices.
| Daily Profit and Market Price Trend Chart for Styrene Non-integrated Units (Yuan/Ton) |
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Sample Description: On the data release date, Chempricehub Information calculates theoretical profit monitoring 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 (non-integrated units). It is calculated as the actual spot transaction price in the mainstream market minus the total cost per ton plus 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 in mainland China. Statistics are compiled daily, with data released between 15:00 and 17:00 every Thursday on working days.
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