C9 fraction Production and Price PDF

1. PRICE AND PRODUCTION TRENDS AND BUSINESS Forecast Report C9 fraction Production and Price Trend 01

2. C9 fraction Production and Price Overview Historical Growth Rates and Past Performance By the end of 2024, C9 fraction production touched 4.3 million metric tons, maintaining a strong annual growth pattern. From 2021 to 2023, C9 fraction production increased from 3.85 million MT to 4.1 million MT. In 2025, the C9 fraction price is reported around $870/MT. In 2022, the average C9 fraction price was $780/MT, rising steadily to $850/MT in 2024. The current C9 fraction price represents a marginal rise amid stable feedstock trends. C9 fraction production has benefited from capacity expansions in China and India. Yearly C9 fraction production has increased consistently due to investments in refining infrastructure. C9 fraction price trends have also been supported by resilient regional demand. With C9 fraction production up nearly 12% since 2021, the C9 fraction price in 2025 is shaped by regional consumption strength. As of now, the C9 fraction price continues to hover around $870/MT across major markets. 02 Request a sample at - share/ https://datavagyanik.com/reports/global-c9-fraction-market-size-production-sales-average-product-price-market-

3. Key Factors Impacting C9 fraction Prices in 2025 Several real-world elements are affecting the C9 fraction price in 2025. First, strong buying activity in India and Vietnam has supported C9 fraction prices above $860/MT. Local refineries in these markets have ramped up imports due to insufficient domestic output. Second, crude oil benchmarks rose by nearly 5% between January and April 2025, indirectly pushing the C9 fraction price higher through increased refining costs. On the production side, unplanned outages in two large Chinese plants temporarily squeezed regional availability, nudging the C9 fraction price up by $10/MT in March 2025. Moreover, downstream consumption from adhesive and ink manufacturers remains firm, keeping inventories in check. Although supply improved by May, producers have been hesitant to offer aggressive discounts. The C9 fraction price now sits at around $870/MT across most Asia-Pacific markets. Freight and port handling costs have also normalized, preventing further inflation in the C9 fraction price. On a global level, the C9 fraction price remains relatively aligned due to tighter inter-regional arbitrage. These factors collectively underpin the current C9 fraction price and suggest continued stability unless major disruptions arise. 03

4. MARKET SEGMENTATION Segmentation by Geography C9 fraction is utilized across multiple industries, making market segmentation essential for strategic planning. The key segment is hydrocarbon resins, which dominate C9 fraction consumption, particularly in pressure-sensitive adhesives, hot-melt adhesives, and road- marking materials. This is followed by the use of C9 fraction in producing aromatic solvents, which are integral to industries such as paints and coatings, printing inks, and degreasers. Another growing segment involves alkylation products like alkyl naphthalenes and diphenyl compounds, used in lubricants and dielectric fluids. In terms of geography, Asia-Pacific is the largest segment, consuming nearly two-thirds of global C9 fraction output. Within this, China accounts for over 45% of demand, followed by South Korea and India. The North American market has shown steady demand, particularly in the automotive and printing sectors. European usage is stable but more regulated due to environmental norms. Market segmentation also includes feedstock origin—pyrolysis gasoline vs. catalytic reformate—which affects the aromatic content of the C9 fraction. On the supply side, segmentation by processing method—thermal cracking versus catalytic reforming—dictates purity levels and end-use suitability. Light C9 fractions, rich in nonenes and indenes, are preferred for resins, while heavier C9 fractions are used in solvent blends. Industrial sectors such as paints, coatings, and tires heavily depend on stable C9 fraction quality. Lastly, price sensitivity across segments is influenced by feedstock availability, refining margins, and seasonal demand patterns. Overall, the segmentation of the C9 fraction market provides insight into consumption behavior, industrial trends, and global distribution. 04

5. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE Database of 50+ Key Manufacturers • • • Reliance Industries – Leading C9 producer in India Shell – Supplies C9 fractions through global refining hubs GS Caltex – Prominent Korean supplier with integrated operations Formosa – Taiwan-based producer with growing export volumes ExxonMobil – Multi-regional output, including US Gulf Coast Sinopec – China’s top producer with broad downstream integration Idemitsu Kosan – Specializes in aromatic and solvent-grade streams CPC Corporation – Taiwan state-owned refiner PTT Global Chemical – Thailand-based C9 supplier QatarEnergy – Exports C9 fractions from Ras Laffan facilities • • • • • • • 05

6. Economic Indicators & External Factors The 2025 outlook for C9 fraction is tied to macroeconomic stability and energy markets. With oil prices relatively steady and GDP growth in India at 6.1%, downstream chemical activity remains strong. Freight rates returned to pre-2023 levels, aiding smoother distribution of C9 fractions. Government infrastructure spending in China and Vietnam boosted demand for adhesives and resins. Currency stability in ASEAN markets helped maintain balanced trade. Interest rates remained unchanged in the U.S. and EU, reducing uncertainty in global commodity trading. 06

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