Carbon Black Daily (August 26)
Carbon Black Daily Report
August 25, 2026
01 Carbon Black Price Index
According to Tuduoduo data, on August 25, the carbon black price index stood at 7,859, remaining flat compared to the previous trading day.
02 Carbon Black Market Price
03 Carbon Black Market Impact Analysis
1. Upstream Raw Materials
Shandong region coal tar price: 4,340 RMB/ton; Shanxi region coal tar price: 4,520 RMB/ton; Hebei Region coal tar price: 4,500 RMB/ton. The domestic high-temperature coal tar market remains largely in a wait-and-see mode. The tight supply pattern is unlikely to change fundamentally in the short term, and the market is expected to maintain its upward trend.
2. Carbon Black Supply
Sample enterprises in the domestic carbon black market have seen an increase in operating rates. Some large manufacturers have raised production loads to fulfill orders. There are no new planned maintenance shutdowns in the near term, while Shandong-based producers remain under maintenance. Overall, market operating rates are trending upward. Recent significant price increases in carbon black have boosted producers' enthusiasm for production.
3. Downstream Demand
According to industry sources, overall operating rates at tire manufacturers have changed little, with most continuing previous production control measures. Raw material prices continue to rise, highlighting cost pressures in tire production. Combined with current shipment performance falling short of expectations, production controls are expected to persist. To alleviate pressure, some companies may schedule maintenance shutdowns at month-end, further weighing on the supply side.
04 Market Outlook
As of now, the carbon black market remains in a stalemate characterized by "strong costs, weak transactions." On the raw material side, new coal tar contract prices have yet to be finalized, the market lacks clear direction, and a wait-and-see sentiment prevails. Downstream procurement largely maintains a cautious stance, with inquiries and observation being the norm and limited actual deal follow-through.
However, coal tar prices have continued to run at high levels recently, keeping cost-side support solid. Carbon black producers maintain a strong willingness to hold prices, with new contract negotiations staying at elevated levels. The supply-demand tug-of-war between upstream and downstream continues.
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