This week (October 9–15, 2026), domestic production margins for coal-based methanol declined week-over-week across most regions. In terms of data, the weekly average profit for coal-based methanol in Northwest China and Inner Mongolia—calculated on a full-cost basis—stood at RMB 756.00 per ton, down by RMB 135.87 from the previous period, representing a week-over-week decrease of 15.23%. On a cash-flow cost basis, the weekly average profit for this process route was RMB 1,156.00 per ton, reflecting a week-over-week change of 10.52%.
The weekly average profit for coke-oven gas-based methanol in Hebei was RMB 1,720.83 per ton, down by RMB 0.62 from the previous week, a week-over-week decrease of 0.04%. The weekly average profit for natural gas-based methanol in Southwest China was RMB 1,200.00 per ton, down by RMB 25.00 from the previous week, a week-over-week decrease of 2.04%. The weekly average profit for coal-based methanol in Shandong was RMB 811.00 per ton, significantly compressed by RMB 275.87 from the previous week, a week-over-week decrease of 25.38%. The weekly average profit for coal-based methanol in Shanxi was RMB 676.33 per ton, narrowing by RMB 126.04 from the previous week, a week-over-week decrease of 15.71%.
| Item | Oct 15 | Oct 8 | Change | WoW % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly Avg Profit – Coal-based Methanol, Northwest China (Full Cost Basis) | 756.00 | 891.87 | -135.87 | -15.23% |
| Weekly Avg Profit – Coal-based Methanol, Northwest China (Cash Flow Cost Basis) | 1,156.00 | 1,291.87 | -135.87 | -10.52% |
| Weekly Avg Profit – Coke Oven Gas-based Methanol, North China | 1,720.83 | 1,721.45 | -0.62 | -0.04% |
| Weekly Avg Profit – Natural Gas-based Methanol, Southwest China | 1,200.00 | 1,225.00 | -25.00 | -2.04% |
Data Source: Chempricehub Information
Sample Description: On the day of data release, Chempricehub monitors theoretical profits based on raw material prices and mainstream transaction prices for methanol in major Chinese production regions.
Terminology Explanation: Production gross margin refers to the weekly theoretical gross margin for methanol producers. It is categorized by production process into weekly average gross margins for coal-based methanol, coke oven gas-based methanol, and natural gas-based methanol.
Statistical Scope: Chempricehub’s methanol gross margin is a calculated metric derived from methanol market prices and total production costs. Data is released at 15:00 on Thursdays during working days.
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