Price Trends:

On April 8, the benchmark price for 1,4-Butanediol (1,4-BDO), as reported by SunSirs, stood at 8,466.67 RMB/ton—an increase of 3.79% compared to the beginning of the month (8,157.14 RMB/ton).

In the East China region, the mainstream negotiated price for spot bulk BDO stood at 8,300–8,500  RMB/ton, while the negotiated price for drummed BDO was 9,300–9,500 RMB/ton (acceptance payment, delivered basis)—an increase of 100 RMB/ton. In the South China region, the mainstream negotiated price for spot bulk BDO was 8,400-8,600 RMB/ton, and the negotiated price for drummed BDO was 9,400–9,600 RMB/ton (acceptance payment, delivered basis).

Market Dynamics:

On April 8, the BDO market in East China experienced range-bound fluctuations. Reports of maintenance shutdowns at certain production facilities continued to provide support on the supply side. Downstream demand showed no significant changes, yet buyers remained resistant to high prices; as the tug-of-war between supply and demand intensified, the market traded within a limited range.

In South China, the BDO market underwent a narrow consolidation. The supply side remained well-supported, with suppliers maintaining a firm stance to prop up market prices. However, while downstream buyers continued to fulfill their contractual orders, spot market negotiations remained sluggish, leaving the market's price center in a stalemate.

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