Latest graphite electrode market and price (January 18th)

Recently, the market price of graphite electrode in China is stable. At present, the upstream raw materials prices of graphite electrode are relatively high. Specifically, the coal tar pitch market has been adjusted strongly recently, and the price has been slightly increased; Low sulfur oil coke prices still have obvious bullish expectations, with a large increase; In terms of needle coke, the imported needle coke price increased comprehensively in the first quarter, and domestic raw coke price also increased recently. It can be seen that the cost of graphite electrode enterprises is under great pressure.

By January 18, 2022, China graphite electrode diameter 300-600mm mainstream price: Regular power was 16,000-18,000 yuan/ton; High power was 18,500-21,000 yuan/ton; Ultra-high power was 20,000-25,000 yuan/ton. 

Future forecast: before the Spring Festival, the market demand for graphite electrode is mostly reflected in early orders, and the change of market price is of little significance. In addition, the cost pressure of graphite electrode market is still rising, the graphite electrode enterprises wait-and-see mood is increasing, and graphite electrode market price continues to remain stable in the short-term, more graphite electrode market forecast contact us.