In September, the import volume of acrylonitrile in China significantly decreased, with imports of 0.32 tons. The import volume decreased by 100% month on month and 206% year-on-year. The import volume of acrylonitrile from January to September was 54800 tons, a decrease of 100600 tons or 64.98% compared to the same period last year. The main reason is that domestic demand is relatively weak, coupled with the fact that imported acrylonitrile has no price advantage in the domestic market. The main import destinations are concentrated in Zhejiang, Jiangsu, and Tianjin.

In September, China exported 25896 tons of acrylonitrile, with an average price of 1110 US dollars per ton. The export volume increased by 6.15% month on month and 89.05% year-on-year. The export volume from January to September was 175000 tons, an increase of 43300 tons or 32.87% compared to the same period last year. Due to sufficient domestic supply and a certain price advantage, the export volume has significantly increased in the past two months.

In September, China’s acrylonitrile exporting countries were still mainly concentrated in the Asian region. South Korea remains the primary region for acrylonitrile exports, exporting 11000 tons of acrylonitrile, accounting for 43%. India and Thailand ranked second and third in terms of export volume, with export volumes of 8000 tons and 4000 tons, accounting for 31% and 17% respectively. However, it is worth noting that in the past two years, India, the main export destination, has extended the deadline for mandatory BIS certification of acrylonitrile, styrene (ethylbenzene), and maleic anhydride to October 24th. Therefore, the future export of acrylonitrile to India will be significantly reduced.