China DMF Prices Edge Down to 5,250 Yuan per Tonne on October 20

China’s domestic DMF market remained under pressure on October 20, 2026, with average producer quotations for premium-grade material at 5,250 yuan per tonne, according to SunSirs monitoring data. Prices declined 0.47% over October 13–20, while mainstream quotations stood at around 5,200 yuan per tonne.

The modest weekly decline points to a largely steady but softer market. Slow shipments suggest that sellers continue to face difficulty moving material, although the limited price movement does not indicate a sharp deterioration.

The average producer quotation and the mainstream price level provide different reference points. The 5,250 yuan-per-tonne figure represents the monitored average for premium-grade material; the roughly 5,200 yuan-per-tonne level describes prevailing market quotations. Neither figure establishes the price at which an individual transaction will be completed.

For buyers, the combination of slow shipments and slightly lower quotations may provide room for price discussions. For sellers, continued difficulty moving material could maintain pressure on offers if shipment activity fails to improve. The current figures alone do not establish the extent of any change in purchasing demand or supply.

The next useful signal will be whether shipment activity improves alongside steadier quotations. Further price reductions without faster shipments would suggest that pricing adjustments are not yet translating into stronger sales. A firmer market assessment would require evidence that material is moving more readily as prices stabilize.