Xylene Prices Firm on Gasoline Blending Strength and Low Inventory Levels

Fuel vs Fiber Bid

Similar to toluene, xylene is being pulled into the fuel pool as an octane booster. This prevents a price collapse despite high inventory levels in the paraxylene chain, as refiners value the molecule for its high blending value.

Post-Holiday Restart

The formal end of the Lunar New Year break in China has triggered fresh inquiries from paraxylene (PX) producers. Traders expect a 5% increase in demand from the polyester sector over the next two weeks as textile production resumes.