Acetic acid prices continued to rise in November, with the price increasing by 5.37% as of November 30 compared to the beginning of the month.
Acetic acid prices rose sharply in November. During the month, some manufacturers shut down for maintenance, leading to a decline in acetic acid operating rates and a decrease in supply. At the same time, manufacturers’ inventories were low, resulting in a strong willingness to maintain prices. Downstream demand was met with only immediate needs, and factories faced little sales pressure. Driven by the supply-side market, acetic acid prices continued to rise.
The raw material methanol market fluctuated weakly. As of November 30th, the average domestic market price had fallen by 1.62% compared to the beginning of the month. Port methanol inventories remained high, with high supply continuously suppressing prices. The supply and demand situation in the inland market remained weak, with limited shipments from enterprises. The weak market trend has not yet improved, and the methanol market is consolidating.
Market Forecast: Acetic acid enterprise inventories continue to decline, the market sentiment remains positive, supply pressure is not significant, demand is on an as-needed basis, and the market atmosphere continues to support prices. Acetic acid prices are expected to remain relatively strong next month, with particular attention paid to downstream follow-up.
The price of ethyl acetate in November first fell and then rose.
As of November 30, the average production price of ethyl acetate had decreased compared to the beginning of the month, with an overall drop of 1.10%. Strong increases in raw material prices increased cost pressures, while weak downstream demand led to sluggish sales for manufacturers, resulting in a weak market for ethyl acetate.
Market Analysis: This month, the ethyl acetate market experienced an overall trend of decline followed by a rise. In the first half of the month, ethyl acetate prices continued to fall, mainly due to the resumption of maintenance at outdated facilities, increasing market supply. Simultaneously, downstream purchasing activity remained weak, leading to a bearish sentiment among market participants and a continuous downward adjustment in ethyl acetate prices. In late November, increased downstream inquiries and purchases, coupled with a strong rise in raw material prices, prompted companies to raise prices, resulting in a halt to the decline and a rebound in ethyl acetate prices.
Looking ahead, current ethyl acetate inventory is high, downstream demand is weak, and the raw material acetic acid market is relatively strong, which has boosted market sentiment. However, the overall market fundamentals are poor, and the market atmosphere is cautious. It is expected that the ethyl acetate market will consolidate weakly next month. Specific attention should be paid to changes in supplier facilities and downstream follow-up.
Post time: Dec-02-2025