Asian Conventional Slabstock Polyol: Prices edge up on trading discussions / Domestic propylene oxide feedstock costs drop 50 yuan/mt / Demand remains unclear post-holiday

Oct 12, 2026

The Conventional Slabstock Polyols FOB China weekly marker at $1,780/metric ton Oct. 9, up $15/mt week over week, partially reflecting tradable indications heard at $1,800/mt and slightly lower propylene oxide feedstock costs. Domestic costs for propylene oxide feedstock had fallen by approximately 50 yuan/mt week over week from Oct. 2, to around $6.55/mt on an export parity basis. upstream propylene CFR China at $1,300/mt on Oct. 9, up $75/mt over the same period, reflecting increased purchasing activity in China. Similarly, propylene oxide prices rose $45/mt over the same period to $1,330/mt CFR China. Demand dynamics are unclear as the Chinese market has just returned from the holiday, a producer based in the region said. However, the producer added that some offers from Southeast Asia are still available. Chinese-origin cargo offers...

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