Carbon Black Market Analysis (December 26)
01 Carbon Black Index
According to data from TuDuoDuo, the carbon black price index was 5828.5 on December 26th, 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 3320 yuan/ton; in Shanxi, 3250 yuan/ton; and in Hebei, 3320 yuan/ton. The domestic high-temperature coal tar market is operating at a stable to slightly stronger level, with tight supply and upward market expectations.
2. Carbon Black Supply: Carbon black plant operating rates are consolidating within a narrow range. Large plants in Shandong and Shanxi are operating at higher rates due to heating and gas supply tasks, while some smaller plants are reducing operations to offset losses. Southern regions are maintaining low operating rates for an extended period. Overall, the operating rate of carbon black plants is consolidating within a narrow range.
3. Downstream Demand: The tire market saw sluggish trading and weak prices. Actual transactions were mainly negotiated on a case-by-case basis, with ample room for negotiation. Market supply was plentiful, and inventory reduction was the primary focus. At the end of the month, some distributors replenished their stocks to meet performance targets, but most channel partners focused on inventory digestion, resulting in weak market activity. A concentrated release of goods is expected at the beginning of the following month. The concentrated shipments at the end of the month provided some support for overall shipment volume.
04. Market Outlook
Currently, the raw material market has rebounded after a decline, but this has limited support for new orders in the carbon black market. Negotiations are focused on lower prices, with downstream buyers pushing for lower prices, leading to a stalemate in the market. High-priced goods are under pressure to be sold, and new orders are expected to be weaker.
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