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Methanol price trends across China on November 10 / Author/Source: Business Society / Date: 2020-11-10 / Clicks: 27. The price of methanol in the Panjin area increased by 120–180 yuan per ton, reaching 2,000 yuan per ton when delivered against cash. In the Shenyang area, the price rose by 230–250 yuan per ton, reaching 2,130–2,150 yuan per ton for cash delivery. These price increases were driven up by rises in prices in major production areas such as Inner Mongolia, and downstream buyers have shown some reluctance to purchase at these higher prices. The market price of methanol in Qinghai region is currently unavailable. Due to gas supply restrictions during winter, all the major gas-based production facilities in this region are shut down for maintenance, with production expected to resume in March 2021. The prevailing transaction price in Linfen, Shanxi has risen by 60–100 yuan per ton, reaching 1880–1930 yuan per ton for cash delivery ； In the Changzhi area, the online bidding price is 1,970–2010 yuan per ton, with cash payment required at delivery ； The prices of mainstream products in the Jincheng area have risen by 80–90 yuan per ton, reaching 1880–1890 yuan per ton for cash delivery. The methanol market in Henan is seeing overall price increases, with strong trading activity in the market. Henan-based companies have raised their quotes; the actual ex-plant price is around 1,930–1,980 yuan per ton ； Negotiated prices in the Luoyang market have risen to 1,980–2,020 yuan per ton. The methanol market in the Two Lakes region has seen a significant overall rise. Hubei-based companies have raised their quotes; the reference price at the factory is 2,080–2,090 yuan per ton ； Prices in the surrounding areas have risen significantly, with negotiation prices in the Hunan market reaching 2240–2260 yuan per ton. The methanol market in Fujian region is on the rise; prices at major storage areas are seeing steady increases of 50-70 yuan per ton, reaching levels around 2050-2090 yuan per ton including taxes. The trading atmosphere in these areas is positive, with improved transaction volumes. The methanol market in Anhui region continues to see price increases of 20-50 yuan per ton, bringing the price to 2070-2100 yuan per ton for delivery against acceptance. Market participants are optimistic, while manufacturers have limited quantities of goods available for sale.