Copper sulfate pentahydrate

Copper(II) Sulfate Pentahydrate: Recent Market Intelligence Report

I. Price Dynamics
1. Recent Price Trends
- As of July 28, 2026, the ChemNet benchmark price stood at RMB 25,433.33 per ton, representing a 1.29% decline from the monthly opening price of RMB 25,766.67 per ton—yet remaining within the annual high-price range (annual peak: RMB 25,766.67/ton; annual trough: RMB 20,925/ton).
- On July 5, the quoted price was RMB 25,767 per ton; the three-month average price was RMB 23,506 per ton, with a high of RMB 25,767 per ton and a low of RMB 22,667 per ton. Current pricing remains in a phase of high-level consolidation.

2. Regional Price Disparities
- High-Purity Products: Shandong Shuojia Chemical Co., Ltd. (99% electroplating-grade premium quality) quotes RMB 27,000 per ton; Changzhou Jiaye Chemical Co., Ltd. (98% purity) quotes RMB 29,500 per ton.
- Medium- to Low-Purity Products: Shandong Hongyang Chemical Co., Ltd. (98% purity) quotes RMB 16,800 per ton; Henan Kaijie Water Treatment Co., Ltd. (96% purity) quotes RMB 20,000 per ton.
- Agricultural-Grade Products: Hunan Yongshuo New Materials Technology Co., Ltd. (99% purity) quotes RMB 22 per kg (equivalent to RMB 22,000 per ton).

3. Enterprise-Level Price Divergence
- Significant price variation exists even among enterprises in the same region (e.g., Jinan City, Shandong Province): Shandong Shuojia Chemical quotes RMB 27,000 per ton, whereas Shandong Hongyang Chemical quotes only RMB 16,800 per ton—a differential of RMB 10,200 per ton—reflecting distinctions in product quality, brand positioning, and target customer segments.

II. Supply and Demand Dynamics
1. Supply-Side Developments
- Capacity Expansion: Yongtaida (Shandong) Nano Technology Co., Ltd. plans to commission a new production line with an annual capacity of 10,000 tons of copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate, scheduled for operation in H2 2026, which is expected to alleviate current market supply tightness.
- Environmental Compliance Pressure: Stricter domestic environmental regulations have raised wastewater and solid-waste treatment costs for producers. Meanwhile, regional restrictions on trace-element dosage in agriculture and aquaculture are prompting enterprises to improve utilization efficiency—indirectly elevating production costs.

2. Demand-Side Developments
- Traditional Applications: Demand from agricultural uses (e.g., fruit tree cultivation and aquaculture water quality management) remains stable. The global feed-grade copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate market is projected to reach RMB 1.462 billion by 2032, with the Asia-Pacific region constituting the largest consumption hub.
- Emerging Applications: Demand for high-purity grades from the electroplating industry continues to grow; however, export markets face uncertainty due to international regulatory developments—e.g., the European Union’s delayed approval of copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate for use in Biocidal Product Type 2.

III. Policy and Market Impacts
1. International Policy Developments
- The European Commission has extended the validity period for the pending approval of copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate in Biocidal Product Type 2 until December 31, 2027. This delay may dampen EU import demand and compel Chinese exporters to adjust their overseas market strategies.

2. Domestic Policy Developments
- Tighter environmental enforcement increases producers’ operational costs. Combined with copper price volatility—exacerbated by China’s export restrictions on sulfuric acid—the near-term price outlook points toward sustained high-level consolidation.

IV. Short-Term Outlook
1. Price Range Forecast
- Supported by cost fundamentals and ongoing supply-demand balancing, copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate prices in August 2026 are expected to fluctuate between RMB 23,000–24,500 per ton. Premium high-purity grades (e.g., 99% electroplating-grade) are likely to remain above RMB 26,000 per ton.

2. Key Variables
- Copper Price Volatility: Further upward movement in copper prices may transmit cost pressures downstream, potentially pushing prices higher.
- New Capacity Ramp-Up: The timely commissioning of Yongtaida’s new facility will significantly influence supply dynamics; if operational as scheduled, increased output may exert downward pressure on market prices.

V. Industry Development Trends
1. Circular Economy Model
- The industry is accelerating the establishment of a “copper–sulfur closed-loop circular ecosystem,” leveraging urban mining initiatives and reverse logistics networks to boost the share of recycled materials and reduce dependence on virgin mineral resources.

2. Technology-Driven Innovation
- Advances in high-purity production technology and optimized wastewater treatment processes are becoming critical competitive differentiators—fueling industry-wide value re-rating and sustainable development.