**1. Previous Closing Prices in the Mainstream Market**
Yesterday, the dichloromethane market remained stable, with prices declining over the weekend. Market trading sentiment was weak, and most enterprises maintained mid-to-high inventory levels. In Jiangxi and surrounding areas, prices held steady at 2,000 RMB/ton, with enterprises showing a significantly reduced willingness to continue lowering prices. In Shandong and surrounding areas, transaction pressure was greater, and there was a clear expectation of further price declines. Yesterday, both methanol and liquid chlorine prices rose, providing strong cost support. Last night, prices in the Shandong region dropped by 50 RMB/ton. Enterprises saw a notable increase in order volumes yesterday—marking the first time in August that prices were raised after a decline due to improved purchasing activity. Order volumes continued to grow this morning, and it is unlikely that prices will continue to fall.
**2. Key Factors Influencing Current Market Price Changes**
- **Inventory:** Production enterprises hold mid-to-high inventories, while downstream inventories are at mid-levels.
- **Cost:** Costs continue to rise, resulting in severe losses for enterprises.
- **Demand:** Delivery volumes today are expected to improve significantly.
**3. Trend Forecast**
Today, 90% of industry participants in the Shandong region expect prices to decline, with the projected price range at 1,800–1,820 RMB/ton, down 1.85% from yesterday. In the Jiangsu-Zhejiang region, 80% of industry participants expect prices to decline, with the projected price range at 1,830–1,930 RMB/ton, down 1.28% from yesterday.
Post time: Aug-18-2026