DMC Continues Rally, Hits 16,200 RMB/Ton; Tight Supply Extends to Early June

Keywords: DMC price surge, monomer shortage, plant maintenance, Hongye Silicone

 

Core Sentence: On April 30, DMC prices rose further to 16,000–16,200 RMB/ton, a new 2026 peak, as sustained monomer plant maintenance and low inventory keep spot supply extremely tight into early June.

 

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The domestic DMC market maintained its strong upward momentum on April 30, with mainstream quotations reaching 16,000–16,200 RMB/ton, up 200 RMB/ton from April 29 and 1,000 RMB/ton week-on-week. The price surge is driven by three key factors: first, major monomer producers in Shandong, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang have extended scheduled maintenance, with overall industry operating rates remaining at 70–75%; second, most factories have suspended spot sales as order books are fully booked through mid-to-late May; third, downstream stocking before the May Day holiday has accelerated, with sealant, adhesive, and LSR manufacturers rushing to secure materials. Industry insiders predict that DMC prices will stay above 15,800 RMB/ton through early June, with limited downside risk due to persistent supply constraints. Hongye Silicone, as a leading liquid silicone manufacturer, has locked in DMC prices via long-term contracts signed in Q1 2026, ensuring stable production of Mold Silicone, electronic potting glue, and food-grade LSR despite spot market volatility.