Carbon Black Market Oct 22nd

October 23, 2025, 11:55 AM

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Highlights at a glance

The Carbon Black Index remained stable at 6,046 on October 22 according to Tuduoduo data. Coal tar prices in key regions like Shandong, Shanxi, and Hebei range between 3,300–3,350 yuan/ton, with the upstream market showing bearish sentiment. Carbon black plant operating rates have declined due to maintenance activities in Shandong and Hebei, while other regions operate at reduced capacity. On the demand side, semi-steel tire production remains steady, with rising orders for snow tires driven by early snowfall in northern regions such as Heilongjiang and Inner Mongolia. This has led to increased production and temporary shortages in all-season and export tire supplies. However, weak downstream order intake and falling raw material tender prices continue to pressure costs, prompting a cautious, wait-and-see market stance with prices consolidating at low levels. Despite supply constraints, overall demand remains suppressed, weighing on near-term market recovery.

01 Carbon Black Index

According to Tuduoduo data, the carbon black price index on October 22nd was 6046, stable compared to the previous trading day.

02 Carbon Black Market Price

03 Carbon Black Market Impact Analysis

1. Upstream Raw Materials: Coal tar prices in Shandong are 3,350 yuan/ton; in Shanxi, 3,300 yuan/ton; and in Hebei, 3,350 yuan/ton. The high-temperature coal tar market is operating quietly, with a strong bearish sentiment.

2. Carbon Black Supply: Carbon black plant operating rates have declined. After the holiday, some plants in Shandong underwent maintenance, while a major plant resumed operations after maintenance. Plants in Hebei also underwent maintenance. Plants in other regions are operating at reduced capacity.

3. Downstream Demand: Semi-steel tire manufacturers are operating relatively steadily. Recent snowfall in Heilongjiang, Inner Mongolia, and other regions has increased demand for snow tires. Factories have recently been receiving a significant concentration of snow tire orders. Due to insufficient snow tire inventory, production is currently being stepped up, resulting in shortages for some all-season tires and foreign trade orders.

04 Market Forecast

Currently, tender prices for raw material coal tar have declined, maintaining negative cost pressures. Furthermore, the downstream tire market is focused on receiving orders at a low level, leading to market participants adopting a price-cutting approach and a wait-and-see approach. Demand is clearly suppressed, and prices are generally consolidating at a low level.

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