China octanol output to hit near two-year high in Jan amid strong supply and demand

In January 2026, China's octanol market is characterized by simultaneous strength in both supply and demand. Driven by the overall operating rate climbing to 95%, its monthly production is expected to reach 330,000 tonnes, marking a near two-year high. Concurrently, adjustments to export policies are indirectly boosting downstream demand, collectively supporting a steady upward trend in market prices.

January 2026 is poised to see a landmark production peak in China's octanol market. Industry data indicates that monthly output is expected to reach approximately 330,000 tonnes, which would represent the highest monthly production level in nearly two years. This surge in output stems from a combination of high operating