The prices of n-Propyl Acetate in China fell drastically in November 2025, which lost 1.1% in the first week. Weakness persisted in both major feedstock – n-propanol (by 4-5%) and acetic acid – which accounted for 85-90% of production costs, and producers slashed offers. The plants in Jiangsu, Shandong and Hunan were running at 70-75% with no shutdowns, so the inventory of n-Propyl Acetate was pretty high. Downstream paints, coatings and inks companies have sharply curtailed their purchases as construction and marine activities slowed in winter; many formulators appear to be destocking after Golden Week stockpiles. Spot inquiries plunged 20–30% below expectations, traders caught in “buy high, sell low ” cycle. Minimal effect of port congestion on bulk chemicals flows There was port congestion but almost no effect on bulk chemicals. Unless there is a surprise surge in restocking in late December 2025/early January 2026, ChemAnalyst expects limited upside catalysts ahead of year-end and sees further modest downside on the horizon.
