Price trend

According to data from the SunSirs' commodity market analysis system: the price of activated charcoal at the beginning of the month was 12,883 RMB/ton, and the price at the end of the month was 12,933 RMB/ton, an increase of 0.39%.

Market analysis

Domestic activated charcoal manufacturers maintained firm prices this month. The ex-factory price of coconut shell activated charcoal for water purification (iodine value 1000) was between 11,500 and 13,500 RMB/ton, the mainstream ex-factory price including tax for iodine value 800 was about 9,500 RMB/ton, and the price for iodine value 900 was 9,800-10,200 RMB/ton. In traditional fields such as water treatment, air purification, and gold extraction, the demand for coconut shell activated charcoal remained strong, and downstream enterprises had a strong willingness to purchase high-quality coconut shell activated charcoal.

Starting January 1, 2026, the global shipping policy for coconut shell carbonized materials underwent a fundamental change: coconut shell carbonized materials must be declared and transported as dangerous goods, and the new regulations eliminated exemptions. Chinese coconut shell Activated charcoal companies faced rising costs and compliance challenges. Due to factors such as tight raw material supply, rising costs, and stable demand, the activated charcoal market may continue to operate at a high level.

Market outlook

Domestic demand for coconut shell activated charcoal is recovering, and activated charcoal prices are expected to fluctuate with a slightly upward trend in the short term.

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