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China's rutile titanium dioxide exports totaled $66.65 million, reflecting a 22.20% decline month-on-month and a 13.72% drop year-on-year.

In April 2025, China's total phthalic anhydride imports reached USD 379,701, reflecting a 53.02% year-on-year increase. Exports totaled USD 10,422,687, up 5.54% compared to the same period last year.

The crude benzene market is expected to remain firm at elevated levels in the short term, supported by the current market dynamics. Downward price corrections are likely to be limited.

China's methanol market is expected to remain volatile during the week of May 19-25, 2025, driven by a mix of bullish and bearish factors, with regional divergence likely.