**March 17, 2026 –** The dichloromethane market concluded the previous trading session with price declines, yet overall transaction volumes remained disappointing. Industry sources indicate that inventory levels at production enterprises are accumulating at a faster pace, with multiple companies now reporting inventory pressure.
End-users currently maintain their own stockpiles, limiting their immediate purchasing capacity in the current market environment. Meanwhile, traders are showing reluctance to build inventories amid the rapidly declining price landscape, further constraining market liquidity.
**Key Market Drivers:**
- **Inventory Dynamics:** Production enterprises are experiencing overall high inventory levels. Downstream users maintain moderate stock positions, while traders are operating with minimal to no inventory.
- **Cost Factors:** Low liquid chlorine prices have weakened the cost support structure for dichloromethane production.
- **Demand Outlook:** Expectations for today’s shipment volumes remain generally subdued across the industry.
**Market Forecast:**
Market participants anticipate continued price weakness in key regions:
- **Shandong Region:** Most industry players expect prices to decline, with projections ranging between 1,900-2,200 yuan/ton.
- **Jiangsu-Zhejiang Region:** A downward trend is also anticipated, with price expectations in the 1,900-2,150 yuan/ton range.
The combination of rising enterprise inventories, cautious downstream purchasing behavior, and reduced cost support suggests continued bearish sentiment in the near term.
Post time: Mar-17-2026