Since the end of January 2023, the price of n-Heptane in China has been falling. From January 27, 2023, to the present, the cost of this commodity has decreased by approximately 11% per MT, according to ChemAnalyst's analyses.

The subpar performance of the upstream Crude Oil market, the average volumes of supplies that were being carried out as a result of the moderate demand for this commodity from companies in the downstream sector, and the reduction in quotations by sellers in an effort to boost sales were the factors that brought down the cost of n-Heptane.

Crude oil is refined into n-Heptane, which is sold for use in the production of electronics, plastics, and textiles. Additionally, it is available as mixed isomers for paint production. The upstream Crude Oil market, as well as the relationship between supply and demand for this commodity, dominate China's n-Heptane market.

Consequently, the volume of n-Heptane that is available on the market is largely determined by the demand for these other products. Changes in these markets can also directly impact n-Heptane's price and availability.

As a result, producers are more likely to reduce production when there is a low demand for n-Heptane, which will probably result in lower prices. On the other hand, producers are more likely to raise prices and boost production when there is much demand.

It is also essential to consider that, despite the fact that the market for n-Heptane in China has remained stable over the past week, occasional or local factors can still cause prices to fluctuate from month to month.

On the other hand, in order to boost sales and increase production, end-use industries are expected to increase their demand for n-Heptane in the coming months. The n-Heptane market is expected to expand as a result of rising demand from the textile and electronics industries. To meet the increased demand, sellers and suppliers of this product are likely to increase their n-Heptane inventories.

In addition, it is anticipated that upstream crude oil prices will rise, which could significantly raise the price of this product.

According to ChemAnalyst's analyses, the price of n-Heptane is anticipated to rise by 2.65 percent per MT in the upcoming month and by a further 2.6 percent per MT in May 2023.