Weekly Statistical Analysis of Theoretical Margins for n-Butyl Acrylate Samples in China

During the current cycle (October 16–22, 2026), data from Chempricehub indicates that as of October 22, the weekly average profit for butyl acrylate stood at -857.05 RMB/ton, representing a week-over-week decline of 31.05%. The production cost for butyl acrylate was 10,527 RMB/ton, down by 1.40% compared to the previous week.

Table: Weekly Comparison of Sample Costs and Profits for Acrylic Acid and Esters in China
Unit: RMB/ton

Sample Description: On the date of data release, Chempricehub monitors the theoretical costs and profits based on the statistical acrylic acid prices.

Terminology Explanation:

• Cost: Production cost refers to the sum of direct expenses, direct labor, and indirect manufacturing overhead incurred by an enterprise to produce a specific type and quantity of products. The production cost of acrylic acid refers to the theoretical production cost based on the source of raw materials (propylene).
• Profit: The production profit of acrylic acid is calculated based on the price benchmark for petrochemical acrylic acid enterprises. It is defined as the market price minus total costs and additional fees (excluding financial expenses).

Statistical Scope: The statistical period runs from last Friday to this Thursday, comparing profit data for this Thursday against last Thursday. Chempricehub’s acrylic acid product profit data are primary statistics, released between 15:00 and 17:00 on Thursdays during working days.