From May to July 2026, China‘s glacial acetic acid market experienced a three‑phase trajectory: sharp correction in May, consolidation with modest recovery in June, and regional divergence in July. May prices averaged RMB 2,988/ton in East China, down 26.80% month‑on‑month, as downstream resistance, plant shutdowns, and Northeast China material flows weighed on the market. June saw prices stabilize and edge higher—from RMB 2,735/ton on June 1 to RMB 2,880/ton by June 30—supported by low inventories and cost floors despite continued demand weakness. July brings a mixed outlook: Northwest China faces acute supply tightness from two major maintenance events starting July 6, while East China supply is also expected to tighten. However, North China faces offsetting pressures from resumed Northeast outbound sales. Demand signals are divided—PTA shows recovery potential, while acetate esters and vinyl acetate remain subdued. With methanol prices expected to decline further, producer margins m

From 2025 through mid‑2026, the global carbon dioxide market demonstrated steady growth amid seasonal fluctuations and regional supply variations. The global market was valued at approximately USD 11.90 billion in 2025, with projections reaching USD 16.30 billion by 2034 at a CAGR of 3.60%. In China, the world‘s largest CO₂ market, prices oscillated between 310‑340 RMB/ton in H1 2025, softened to 321 RMB/ton in Q4, and hit lows of 310 RMB/ton in early 2026 before recovering to 329 RMB/ton by mid‑June as summer demand for dry ice surged and intensive plant maintenance tightened supply. Regional price disparities remain significant, with Northeast China commanding the highest prices. Emerging applications — including EV battery cleaning and semiconductor manufacturing — are creating new demand drivers alongside traditional uses in food, beverage, and metal fabrication. The Asia‑Pacific region dominates with 46% market share. Looking ahead, seasonal strength and structural industrial grow

As a by-product of air separation, argon demand is mainly driven by metallurgy, PV and semiconductors. Regional supply-demand differentiation exists, with high-purity electronic argon remaining tight. Energy costs and plant maintenance cause periodic price volatility. The industry will shift toward high-purity localization, bringing steady long-term growth amid energy and carbon policy constraints.