As of September 24, 2026, according to data from Chempricehub, the weekly average profit for phthalic anhydride (PA) produced via the ortho-xylene process stood at CNY 283/ton, representing a decrease of CNY 69/ton compared to the previous period. Meanwhile, the average profit for PA produced via the naphthalene process recorded a loss of CNY 177/ton, marking a decline of CNY 262/ton from the previous period's average.
Unit: CNY/ton
| Product | Current Period | Previous Period | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phthalic Anhydride (Ortho-Xylene Process) | 283 | 352 | -69 |
| Phthalic Anhydride (Naphthalene Process) | -177 | 85 | -262 |
Data Source: Chempricehub
Sample Description: The calculation method for phthalic anhydride profit is defined as the difference between the market price of phthalic anhydride and its production cost.
Chempricehub reports on phthalic anhydride profit based on the theoretical gross margin for the ortho-xylene process in Jiangsu Province. Data is collected on Thursdays during working days and released between 17:00 and 18:00 each Thursday.
Chempricehub reports on phthalic anhydride profit based on the theoretical gross margin for the naphthalene process in Hebei Province. Data is collected on Thursdays during working days and released between 17:00 and 18:00 each Thursday.
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