According to the Commodity Market Analysis System of Shengyi Society, as of April 17, 2026, the reference price of n-butanol in Shandong Province, China was 8600 yuan/ton, a decrease of 66 yuan or 0.77% from April 13 (reference price of n-butanol was 8666 yuan/ton).

1、 Price Trend Review
This week (April 13-17), the price of n-butanol in Shandong’s market showed a weak downward trend, with the center of gravity of n-butanol market prices slightly shifting downwards and the focus of negotiations moving towards relaxation. As of April 17th, the reference price for n-butanol market in Shandong region is around 8400-8700 yuan/ton.
2、 Analysis of Core Influencing Factors
Loose cost support, average market trading
At present, the overall n-butanol market in Shandong region is weak, and the cost side propylene price is falling, which has loosened the cost support for n-butanol. Downstream users of n-butanol urgently need to purchase at low prices, and the overall trading atmosphere in the market is average. The focus of transactions is mostly on the low-end, and high-level transmission is hindered. n-butanol factories and suppliers are actively shipping to maintain low inventory.
future market forecast
Supply and demand direction analysis
At present, the supply and demand of n-butanol in Shandong are weak, and the support for n-butanol has loosened. The wait-and-see sentiment in the market is gradually increasing, and downstream users are cautious in stocking up. In the short term, it is expected that the n-butanol market in Shandong will mainly be weak and volatile, and specific changes in supply and demand news need to be closely monitored.