China and India calcium carbide markets rose from mid-May due to strong acetylene steel and metallurgy demand then weakened in June amid softer buying and ample supply China exports widely to Thailand Philippines Nigeria Egypt Saudi Arabia Singapore and India which relies heavily on imports for acetylene production growth cycle.
China Calcium Carbide Market Weakens After Demand Peak
China’s calcium carbide market starts increasing in mid-May, supported by stronger downstream demand and improved purchasing activity from acetylene producers.
Market sentiment remains firm as production and trading activities improve. However, during June, the market trend weakens and prices decrease due to softer demand, adequate supply availability, and cautious buying behavior.
Major calcium carbide-based products include acetylene gas, polyvinyl chloride (PVC), vinyl chemicals, welding materials, and metallurgical additives.
Acetylene production remains the primary end-use industry and accounts for the largest share of consumption, while the steel and metallurgy sector supports demand through refining and desulfurization applications.
China remains a major exporting country in the global calcium carbide market, with key importing countries including Thailand, the Philippines, Nigeria, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Singapore.
Source: Price Watch™ Calcium Carbide Prices
India Calcium Carbide Market Mirrors Chinese Trends
India Calcium Carbide market shows an increase from mid-May as demand improves from key end-use industries. Acetylene production remains the major consumption segment, with Calcium Carbide serving as the primary raw material for acetylene gas manufacturing.
Demand from the steel and metallurgy sectors also supports market activity, where Calcium Carbide is used for desulfurization and metallurgical processing.
During June, market momentum weakens and prices begin to decrease due to softer buying interest and adequate supply availability. India continues to depend on imports from China, which remains the major supplier of Calcium Carbide to the Indian market.
Calcium Carbide Market Outlook
China Calcium Carbide prices will likely decline over the next two weeks due to weak demand from downstream industries. Acetylene production will remain subdued as consumption from chemical sectors stays limited.
Steel and metallurgy activities will provide only modest support. Market participants will expect oversupply conditions and continued downward pricing pressure.
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