China's PVC exports decline amid weak demand and policy changes, while U.S. VCM prices rise at a slower pace as global markets face seasonal softness, supply adjustments, and increasing competition.
China's foreign trade rose 15% year-on-year to RMB 11.84 trillion in Q1 2026, driven by surging imports, resilient exports, and rapid growth in green sectors such as electric vehicles and lithium batteries.
China's raw salt imports and exports fell in early 2026, with India supplying over 78% of imports and Japan remaining the top export destination, signaling shifts in global salt trade flows.