SunSirs: Supported by Supply and Demand Factors, the Domestic Methyl Ethyl Ketone (MEK) Market Saw Stable and Upward Trends in January
February 05 2026 11:01:06 SunSirs (John)
Price trend
According to the business data analysis system of SunSirs, as of January 1, 2026, the domestic methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) market price was approximately 6,550 RMB/ton, an increase of 167 RMB/ton compared to January 1, 2026 (MEK reference price of 6,383 RMB/ton), representing a 2.61% increase.
According to the commodity price analysis system of SunSirs, in January 2026, the domestic methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) market showed a steady upward trend. The market focus generally shifted upwards. In the first half of January (January 1-12), the MEK market was generally in a consolidation phase, with a temporary balance between supply and demand, and both sellers' willingness to maintain prices and buyers' wait-and-see attitude coexisted. In the second half of January (January 13-20), MEK market prices rose steadily. As of January 31, the reference price for domestic MEK was around 6,500-6,650 RMB/ton, with a cumulative increase of 100-200 RMB/ton during the month.
Analysis of factors affecting the methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) market
Supply and Demand: As of February 4, the supply of methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) was tight due to plant maintenance, supporting market prices. Although overall demand was recovering slowly, pre-holiday stockpiling and improved exports had eased supply and demand pressures. Sellers were united in supporting the market, and this, coupled with cautious optimism about post-holiday prospects, was driving prices upward.
Cost side: The price of raw material C4 had not fluctuated significantly, but the price of methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) was at a low point within the past year. Manufacturers were experiencing thin profit margins and hada strong incentive to maintain current price levels.
Market outlook
In the short term, pre-holiday stockpiling will continue to provide some support to the domestic methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) market. In the long term, the actual recovery of terminal demand after the holidays, including in downstream industries such as coatings and adhesives, as well as the operating rates of industry capacity, still need to be monitored.
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