Industry Overview - Purified Terephthalic Acid (PAT), with a chemical formula of C₈H₆O₄, is a white crystalline powder produced through the catalytic oxidation of paraxylene (PX) and is an important bulk organic raw material [1][4] - China's PAT production is on the rise, with an actual output expected to reach 71.8 million tons in 2024, marking an 11.8% year-on-year increase [1][8] - The PTA industry in China has become a global leader, accounting for over 60% of the world's total capacity in 2024 [1][8] Upstream Industry - The polyester industry is the core driver of the PTA market, consuming approximately 0.855 tons of PTA for every ton of polyester produced, with polyester accounting for 97% of PTA's downstream consumption [4] - China's polyester capacity and output are projected to reach 86.34 million tons and 73.07 million tons, respectively, in 2024, with year-on-year growth rates of 6.11% and 11.71% [4] Current Industry Status - Since 2018, China's PTA industry has experienced a new round of capacity expansion, with total capacity expected to reach 86.015 million tons in 2024, nearly doubling from 45.78 million tons in 2018 [6] - However, the growth rate of industry capacity has slowed, with a year-on-year increase of approximately 6.7%, the lowest in six years, due to the elimination of outdated capacity [6] Import and Export Dynamics - China's PTA imports have significantly decreased since 2020, reaching a historical low of 18,300 tons in 2024, indicating self-sufficiency in PTA production [10] - PTA exports have surged from 846,800 tons in 2020 to 4,417,600 tons in 2024, with a compound annual growth rate of 51.13% [10] - This export growth is driven by domestic technological advancements, strategic exits of international competitors, and the continuous release of domestic PTA capacity [10] Competitive Landscape - The PTA market in China is characterized by a high concentration of competition, with four major private petrochemical companies—Hengli Petrochemical, Rongsheng Petrochemical, Hengyi Petrochemical, and Tongkun Co.—accounting for about 50% of total capacity [12] - These companies leverage integrated operations across the entire supply chain to reduce production costs and maintain market dominance, while smaller firms struggle to compete [12] Future Trends - The PTA industry is expected to continue expanding, with total capacity projected to approach 100 million tons per year by 2026, leading to increased market concentration [17] - Market demand is anticipated to grow, particularly in emerging markets and new applications such as high-performance polyester materials for electric vehicles and advanced manufacturing [18] - Stricter environmental regulations are prompting the industry to adopt greener production processes, enhancing competitiveness and sustainability [19]
研判2025!中国精对苯二甲酸(PAT)行业产业链图谱、市场现状、进出口及未来趋势分析:国内PAT新增产能陆续投产,行业产量不断增长[图]
Chan Ye Xin Xi Wang·2025-06-19 01:24