Monoammonium enters the plateau period, will the price increase continue

June 12, 2024, 9:21 AM
Zhao Hongye
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Highlights at a glance
The monoammonium phosphate (MAP) market has entered a plateau post-holiday, with prices stabilizing above 3,000 yuan/ton, though few transactions occur at higher levels. Demand slowed initially, but autumn fertilizer procurement is gradually driving domestic demand. Export orders remain strong, extending into October, tightening domestic supply as producers prioritize overseas contracts. Domestic availability is limited, with some firms halting quotations or restricting orders. Operating rates remain low, around 50%, especially in Hubei. While large compound fertilizer plants have secured supplies, small and medium enterprises delayed purchases due to high prices, potentially forcing them to buy later at elevated costs. Raw material sulfuric acid supply is recovering as Yunnan lifts power restrictions, easing production pressure slightly. Sulfur costs remain supportive. Despite weak immediate downstream response, sustained export demand and seasonal needs suggest MAP prices may stabili
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