Oxalyl chloride

Oxalyl Chloride Recent Market Intelligence Report

I. Price Dynamics
1. Benchmark Price:
- As of July 6, 2026, the business society’s benchmark price for oxalyl chloride stands at RMB 27,500.00 per ton, unchanged from the beginning of the month and stable since June.

2. Enterprise Quotations:
- Shandong Hongyang Chemical Co., Ltd.: RMB 29,500/ton (99% purity, delivery in Shandong Province).
- Shandong Yihé Fine Chemical Co., Ltd.: RMB 26,000/ton (delivery in Shandong Province).
- Nantong Zhonghe Chemical New Materials Co., Ltd.: RMB 27,000/ton (delivery in Nantong City, Jiangsu Province).
- Shandong Luoheng Chemical Products Co., Ltd.: RMB 31,000–32,000/ton (various specifications, delivery in Shandong Province).
- Qingdao Shengze Chemical Co., Ltd.: RMB 31,700/ton (delivery in Shandong Province).
- Shandong Qiangsen Chemical Co., Ltd.: RMB 29,000/ton (delivery in Zibo City, Shandong Province).
- Shandong Layaa Chemical Co., Ltd.: RMB 26,500/ton (delivery in Zibo City, Shandong Province).
- Building Materials Network quotation: RMB 10,500.00/ton (minimum order: 1–10 tons); RMB 9,280.00/ton (minimum order: over 10 tons).

3. Small-Packaging Quotations:
- Hubei Kewode Chemical Co., Ltd.: 500 g/bag; recommended retail price RMB 340/bottle; bulk discount available—minimum price RMB 280/bottle (for orders ≥1,002 bottles).
- Domestic small-packaging oxalyl chloride: RMB 36,500/ton (minimum order: ≥1 ton).

II. Market Analysis
1. Price Stability:
- The benchmark price has remained stable for multiple consecutive days, indicating a relatively balanced supply-demand relationship with no significant volatility drivers currently present.

2. Regional Price Differentials:
- Quotations among enterprises within Shandong Province vary significantly—from RMB 26,000 to RMB 32,000 per ton—reflecting differences in product quality, brand influence, and logistics costs.
- The quotation in Nantong City, Jiangsu Province (RMB 27,000/ton) is lower than those of certain Shandong-based suppliers, possibly attributable to regional competition or logistical cost advantages.

3. Small-Packaging Market:
- Small-packaging product prices are substantially higher than bulk-ton quotations, reflecting added packaging costs, repackaging expenses, and the relatively low price sensitivity of target customers—including laboratories and small-scale manufacturers.

4. Supply-Demand Relationship:
- Benchmark price stability suggests current equilibrium in supply and demand; however, the wide dispersion in enterprise quotations indicates market segmentation—premium products (e.g., high-purity or top-grade grades) maintain firm pricing, while competition remains intense among lower-tier offerings.

III. Outlook and Recommendations
1. Short-Term Forecast:
- Oxalyl chloride market prices are expected to remain stable in the near term, with the benchmark price holding around RMB 27,500/ton. Enterprise quotations may experience minor fluctuations due to regional factors, specifications, and brand positioning.

2. Long-Term Trend:
- Growing downstream demand—particularly in agrochemicals and pharmaceutical intermediates (e.g., novel heterocyclic pesticides and anticancer drug intermediates)—is projected to steadily increase overall market demand for oxalyl chloride.
- Stricter environmental regulations will accelerate industry consolidation, gradually phasing out smaller, non-compliant production capacities and elevating market concentration—benefiting leading enterprises through enhanced pricing power and market dominance.

3. Investment Recommendations:
- Prioritize high-quality enterprises possessing technological barriers, proven environmental compliance capabilities, and deep, long-term partnerships with downstream customers. Such firms are well-positioned to emerge as leaders amid industry consolidation and capture growth dividends driven by rising demand.
- For small-scale manufacturers or laboratory users, consider exploring the small-packaging segment—but conduct thorough cost-benefit analyses and carefully assess price differentials.