China Petrochemical Price Movement – 20 Aug 2026

Solvents & aromatics in focus

Acetone prices retreat daily but China’s powerful monthly rally remains firmly intact

Chloroform prices edge higher as China market steadies beneath last month’s levels

Phenol prices slip again as China market surrenders recent fortnightly gains

Toluene prices surge in China as powerful monthly rally accelerates sharply

Benzene prices edge higher but China’s monthly market remains slightly below July

Chemical intermediates market watch

Maleic anhydride prices rebound strongly as China market recovers from recent weakness

Aniline prices climb again as China’s powerful monthly rally builds fresh momentum

Adipic acid prices ease slightly but China’s broader monthly rally remains strong

Acetic acid prices climb daily as China market recovers from recent lows

Industrial chemicals price tracker

Phosphorus yellow prices rebound slightly as China preserves substantial monthly market gains

Soda ash light prices tick higher despite China’s weaker monthly market tone

Titanium dioxide prices rebound slightly but China’s broader monthly downturn persists firmly

Sulphuric acid prices edge higher while China’s prolonged monthly decline remains entrenched

Glycols & oxides market pulse

Ethylene glycol/DEG prices climb again as China’s powerful monthly rally extends further

Ethylene oxide prices rise again as China’s impressive monthly gains extend further

Plasticizers & oxo alcohols spotlight

DOP prices surge as China’s plasticizer market extends its powerful monthly rally

82-Ethylhexanol prices rocket higher as China’s monthly market rally gains powerful momentum