Core Viewpoint - The report highlights the resilience of viscose short fiber demand despite tariff disputes, with projected consumption growth in 2023 and 2024, and a minimal decline in H1 2025 [1][2]. Group 1: Consumption and Demand - The apparent consumption of viscose short fiber is projected to be 3.81 million tons in 2023 and 4.09 million tons in 2024, representing year-on-year increases of 9.74% and 7.28% respectively [1][2]. - In H1 2025, the apparent consumption is expected to be 1.96 million tons, with a slight year-on-year decline of only 1.00%, indicating strong demand resilience [1][2]. Group 2: Technology and Market Trends - The rapid development of vortex spinning technology is anticipated to drive continued growth in viscose short fiber demand, with its market share expected to increase from 10% to 25% [2]. - Vortex spinning technology is particularly suited for chemical fibers, showing significant achievements, although it faces challenges in natural fiber applications [2]. Group 3: Production Capacity and Utilization - Effective production capacity for viscose short fiber is projected at 5.07 million tons in 2023 and 4.885 million tons in 2024, with capacity utilization rates of 77.1% and 84.3% respectively [3]. - As of June 2025, nominal capacity is expected to be 5.16 million tons, with effective capacity at 4.935 million tons and a utilization rate of 81.5% [3]. - The industry is characterized by high concentration, with the top three companies holding a combined market share of 69.77% [3]. Group 4: Inventory and Pricing Trends - As of August 8, 2025, the inventory level for viscose short fiber is reported at 169,700 tons, equating to only 10.9 days of supply, indicating a low inventory level historically [4][5]. - The industry operating rate is at a high of 85.9%, and prices for viscose short fiber have shown an upward trend, with a recent price increase of approximately 150 yuan per ton [5]. Group 5: Market Outlook - The upcoming peak seasons for textile and apparel, along with a temporary suspension of tariffs, are expected to boost demand for viscose short fiber [5]. - The report recommends focusing on companies like Sanyou Chemical, which are likely to benefit from these market dynamics [6].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Viewpoints - The demand for viscose staple fiber is expected to continue growing due to rapid development in vortex spinning technology, with apparent consumption projected at 3.81 million tons in 2023 and 4.09 million tons in 2024, reflecting year-on-year growth of 9.74% and 7.28% respectively [5] - The viscose staple fiber industry has maintained a tight supply-demand balance, with capacity utilization rates above 80% and limited new capacity additions since 2022 [6] - The price of viscose staple fiber has shown resilience despite a decline in raw material prices, with recent price increases of approximately 150 CNY per ton [6] Summary by Sections Industry Overview - The viscose staple fiber industry is characterized by a high concentration, with the top three companies holding a combined market share of 69.77% [6] - The industry has seen limited new capacity additions, with only one planned project expected to come online in 2026 [6] Demand and Supply Dynamics - The apparent consumption of viscose staple fiber in the first half of 2025 is projected at 1.96 million tons, with a minor year-on-year decline of 1.00%, indicating strong demand resilience [5] - The industry has experienced a high operating rate of 85.9% as of August 2025, with inventory levels at a historical low of 10.9 days [6] Price Trends - The price gap between viscose staple fiber and its raw materials has been expanding, with viscose prices remaining firm despite fluctuations in raw material costs [6][9] - The recent suspension of tariffs between the US and China is expected to boost demand for viscose staple fiber in the upcoming peak seasons [6] Recommended Stocks - Recommended stock: Sanyou Chemical; Beneficiary stock: Zhongtai Chemical [7]