Butyl acrylate

Acrylic Butyl Ester Market Dynamics Intelligence and Analysis Forecast

I. Recent Price Trends
- April 28, 2026: Spot price of acrylic butyl ester stood at RMB 9,800/ton, down RMB 300/ton (?2.97%) from the previous day; cumulative decline over the past week was RMB 1,450/ton (?12.89%); cumulative decline over the past month was RMB 2,700/ton (?21.60%).
- April 27, 2026: Quote at RMB 10,100/ton, down RMB 600/ton (?5.61%) from the prior day.
- April 24, 2026: Quote at RMB 10,700/ton, down RMB 100/ton (?0.93%) from the prior day.
- April 23, 2026: Quote at RMB 10,800/ton, down RMB 250/ton (?2.26%) from the prior day.
- April 22, 2026: Quote at RMB 11,050/ton, down RMB 200/ton (?1.78%) from the prior day.

II. Market Dynamics
- Regional Market Performance:
- East China Market: Trading sentiment remained moderate, with prices fluctuating upward. Following prior adjustments, supply-side pressure had eased, prompting some capital to enter for restocking; low-priced inventory diminished, and trading activity improved.
- South China Market: Negotiation activity was robust, with prices rising strongly. Reduced spot inventory stimulated inquiries; end-user buyers showed heightened interest, transactions were solid, distributor inventories were low, goods turned over smoothly, and quotations were actively raised.
- North China Market: Proactive negotiations gradually increased, and prices edged higher. Low arrival volumes prompted traders to enter the market; downstream demand remained stable, end-users maintained procurement requirements, transaction activity was brisk, distributor confidence improved, inventories were low, and goods turned over smoothly.
- Manufacturer Quotations:
- Northern Manufacturers: Supply shortages led to gradual price increases; mainstream quotations ranged from RMB 9,900 to RMB 10,200/ton.
- Southern Manufacturers: Smooth order fulfillment enabled modest price adjustments upward; mainstream quotations ranged from RMB 10,100 to RMB 10,600/ton.
- Supplier Quotation Disparities:
- Shandong Hongyang Chemical Co., Ltd.: Domestic origin, Shandong Province — RMB 8,300/ton.
- Aite (Zhejiang) Supply Chain Management Co., Ltd.: Domestic origin, Zhejiang Province — RMB 10,500/ton.
- Shandong Yushuo Chemical Co., Ltd.: Domestic origin, Jinan City, Shandong Province — RMB 12,100/ton.
- Hubei Qibajiu Chemical Co., Ltd.: Origin, Wuhan City, Hubei Province — RMB 6,000/ton.

III. Factor Analysis
- Supply Side: Northern manufacturers faced insufficient supply; overall market supply pressure had been relieved earlier, yet recent low arrival volumes in certain regions stimulated trader participation.
- Demand Side: Downstream demand remained stable; end-users maintained procurement requirements—particularly evident in South and North China markets—while in East China, some capital entered for restocking.
- Market Sentiment: Traders’ inventories remained low, alleviating selling pressure and enabling active quotation increases; distributor confidence strengthened, contributing to smooth turnover across regional markets.

IV. Analytical Assessment
- Short Term: Although current market trends appear stable, downstream demand remains in its seasonal lull, and year-end funding constraints are limiting upside potential. In the near term, the acrylic butyl ester market is likely to experience limited upward movement, with prices adjusting within a volatile range to absorb prior gains and seek a new supply-demand equilibrium.
- Long Term: Globally, the acrylic butyl ester market is projected to maintain an annual compound growth rate (CAGR) of 3%–5%. Key growth drivers include continued infrastructure development boosting demand for coatings and adhesives; environmental policies accelerating the transition from solvent-based to water-based systems (“oil-to-water”), thereby expanding the waterborne acrylic emulsion market; and rapidly growing demand in emerging markets—especially Southeast Asia and India.

V. Forward Outlook
- Price Outlook: Prices may stabilize amid short-term volatility; should downstream demand show no marked improvement, prices could continue to soften slightly or remain range-bound at relatively low levels. Over the long term, supported by expanding market demand and industry development, prices are expected to gradually recover.
- Supply-Demand Outlook: On the supply side, ongoing capacity expansion will further enhance market supply capabilities. On the demand side, growth in downstream sectors—including coatings and adhesives—will underpin the acrylic butyl ester market; however, the pace and magnitude of demand growth will be subject to macroeconomic conditions and industrial policy developments.