Price trend

According to SunSirs' Commodity Market Analysis System, on April 8, 2026, the reference price for silicone DMC stood at 14,400 RMB/ton. On April 1, the reference price was 14,000 RMB/ton, marking an increase of 400 RMB/ton, or 2.86%.

According to the commodity market analysis system of SunSirs, the domestic silicone DMC market exhibited a steady, moderate upward trend during the first ten days of April. On April 1–2, at the beginning of the month, silicone DMC prices surged from 14,000 RMB/ton to 14,300 RMB/ton—a single-day increase of 2.14%—thereby initiating the current upward market cycle. From April 3 to 7, market prices held steady at the high level of 14,300 RMB/ton, as the market entered a phase of price stabilization and support. On April 8, silicone DMC prices edged up slightly once again to 14,400 RMB/ton. Over this period, the cumulative increase expanded to 2.86%, reflecting a market trend that continued to strengthen steadily.

Analysis of Factors Influencing Market Trends

Supply Side: Price Support from Major Manufacturers + Consensus Reached at Industry Conferences

On April 3, a domestic silicone industry conference was held in Jinan, where the sector reached a consensus on a modest price hike. Leading manufacturers in Shandong implemented a strategy of suspending new orders to bolster prices; consequently, spot auction prices continued to surge. The tight supply of spot inventory in the market drove prices upward, providing clear price guidance for the sector.

Since the end of 2025, a consensus regarding energy conservation and emission reduction has been established within the industry; concurrently, both the broader market environment and the supply-demand dynamics have shown gradual improvement. Currently, the industry's operating rate remains at a relatively low level; this contraction on the supply side provides support for pricing, leading to a partial recovery in market margins and improved profitability for enterprises.

Demand Side: Downstream Stockpiling + Growth in Emerging Sectors

Downstream manufacturers of silicone products—such as silicone rubber and silicone oil—have increased their purchasing activity to meet inventory stocking requirements ahead of the Lunar New Year. In particular, the surge in orders from high-end sectors—including new energy and electronics—has driven actual demand for silicone DMC, shifting the supply-demand landscape toward a tighter balance.

Cost Side: Driven by Rising Upstream Raw Material Prices

During the first ten days of January, the market for silicon metal—a key upstream raw material for silicone DMC—remained largely stable and consolidated. Consequently, the cost support provided to silicone DMC remained relatively steady.

Market outlook

Currently, supported by the interplay of supply, demand, and production costs, prices in the silicone DMC market are expected to remain at elevated levels over the short term (1–2 weeks), with the possibility of further upward movement not ruled out. From a medium-to-long-term perspective (3–4 weeks), market participants should closely monitor the sustainability of downstream inventory restocking, changes in operating rates at major manufacturers, and fluctuations in raw material prices. If demand continues to recover, prices are likely to extend their upward trend; conversely, should downstream purchasing momentum weaken, prices may enter a phase of high-level volatility.

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