China MTBE exports rise 8.63% MoM in Sep

China's MTBE exports reached 609,600 tonnes in September 2026, up 8.63% MoM. Cumulative exports for January-September totaled 5.61 million tonnes, up 78.93% YoY. Firm international prices and open export arbitrage windows drove the increase. October exports are forecast at around 750,000 tonnes, up 23.03% MoM.

The General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China (GACC) data show China's MTBE exports reached 609,600 tonnes in September 2026, up 48,500 tonnes or 8.63% from August. Cumulative exports for January-September totaled 5,611,000 tonnes, up 2,475,100 tonnes or 78.93% year-on-year. Net exports stood at 609,200 tonnes,