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Xylene Prices Ease on Weak Polyester Fundamentals

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Published: January 23, 2026

Downstream Glut

The global textile market remains saturated, keeping paraxylene margins thin. This lack of profitability is rippling upstream, depressing demand for mixed xylenes.

Refinery Supply

Ample supply of reformate from refineries is ensuring that the market remains well-stocked. Without a demand recovery, prices are likely to drift lower.