Carbon Black Market Analysis(December 15)
01 Carbon Black Index
According to data from TuDuoDuo, the carbon black price index was 5936 on December 15th, remaining stable compared to the previous trading day.
02 Carbon Black Market Price
03 Analysis of the Impact on the Carbon Black Market
1. Upstream Raw Materials: Coal tar prices in Shandong were 3460 yuan/ton; in Shanxi, 3350 yuan/ton; and in Hebei, 3410 yuan/ton. The domestic high-temperature coal tar market is showing a slight weakening trend. With some regions exhibiting a downward trend, cost support is beginning to weaken.
2. Carbon Black Supply: Carbon black plant operating rates have declined slightly. A major plant in Shanxi and Henan underwent maintenance on some production lines. Carbon black plants in northern China are affected by supply guarantees, resulting in limited fluctuations in operating rates. Meanwhile, southern regions continue to operate at low capacity. Overall, the operating rate of carbon black plants is showing a slight downward trend.
3. Downstream Demand: Production at companies undergoing maintenance is gradually resuming, which has somewhat boosted capacity utilization. Overall, shipments are slow, with most companies flexibly controlling production. Some companies may undergo maintenance at the end of the month, keeping overall output at a low level.
04. Market Outlook
Currently, the raw material market is showing bearish sentiment, and downstream tire market prices are still under negotiation and remain low. Transactions are mainly small orders, and orders are still being fulfilled. The carbon black market is in a stalemate, and actual transaction volume is expected to be weak.
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