PDH restarts to expand supply pressure in propylene market

Source: Mysteel Jun 11, 2026 10:23

China's PDH units will see a wave of restarts during June-July, with the operating rate expected to exceed 70%, and the recovery will strengthen the supply pressure in propylene market.

With an improving global propane trade landscape and lower feedstock prices, producers such as Kingfa (Ningbo) and Bohai Petrochemical will restart their propane dehydrogenation (PDH) units in June-July. The restarts will push the operating rate above 70% and bring sustained supply pressure to propylene market. China's PDH Unit Operating Rate,