Poly(butadiene) News & Market Updates

Tightening supply and demand in China and East Asia boosted butadiene prices, which rose more than expected.

on Aug 20, 2026

Butadiene prices rose sharply this week, outpacing feedstock and downstream gains. Drivers included crude volatility from Middle East tensions, tight domestic...

With supply-demand fundamentals lacking effective positive catalysts, the butadiene market is likely to undergo weak fluctuations in the short term.

on Jul 31, 2026

China's butadiene market held around 10,500 yuan/t in mid-to-late July, pressured by weak supply-demand fundamentals and crude oil volatility. Downstream...

Strong momentum from the Middle East and synthetic rubber drives butadiene upward; caution urged on sustainability of near-term supply-demand support.

on Jul 17, 2026

In early July, Chinese butadiene prices rebounded sharply after hitting year-to-date lows, driven by Middle East tensions and increased synthetic rubber...