(Source: Titanium Information)

01 Domestic Sulfuric Acid Market Prices

Today, the domestic sulfuric acid market was largely stable, with prices rising slightly in individual regions. As of now:

• Guangdong: Ex-works price for 98% ore-based acid is 580-640 RMB/ton.

• Jiangsu: Ex-works price for 98% sulfur-based acid is 670-750 RMB/ton.

• Liaoning: Ex-works price for 98% smelting acid is 760-900 RMB/ton.

Prices for ore-based and sulfur-based acids saw minor increases recently due to rising costs, reduced supply, and generally low inventory levels at acid plants, leading to tight supply. Furthermore, sulfur ore prices in Guangdong are expected to continue rising in July, supporting stronger acid prices there. Prices remained stable in other regions as supply and demand were basically balanced.

Currently, downstream demand has decreased as some industries enter their off-season. While exports remain stable, the persistently high acid prices are creating significant cost pressure for downstream enterprises. In the short term, prices are expected to hold steady in some regions.

02 Sulfuric Acid Price Index

According to Tuduoduo data calculations, the sulfuric acid market price index on July 1st was 641.00, up by 3.33 from the previous day, representing an increase of 0.52%.

03 Market Outlook

Recent sulfuric acid prices have been generally stable overall, with minor fluctuations in specific regions. Prices are holding steady in Central and Southwest China due to stable downstream demand, support from export orders, and persistently high costs.

Looking ahead, planned maintenance at individual acid plants in certain regions is expected to reduce local supply. Influenced by high costs and structural adjustments in demand, the market is likely to maintain a steady trend with a slight upward bias in the near term. Prices in some regions may experience narrow fluctuations.