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Urea price trends across China on April 15 Author/Source: Business Society Date: 2021-04-15 Clicks: 5 The domestic urea market remained stable today with slight price increases in some areas. Manufacturers are receiving satisfactory pre-orders; most of the urea is destined for industrial use, and some orders destined for ports are being shipped out gradually. Manufacturers make their decisions based on their own circumstances. On the supply side, some urea plants are under maintenance or switching to produce liquid ammonia, resulting in a decrease in available supplies. On the demand side, there are sporadic purchases in the agricultural sector. In the industrial sector, companies that produce compound fertilizers and panels have a moderate level of operational activity; they mainly place small orders and are reluctant to stock up goods rashly. It is expected that the domestic urea market will remain stable with only slight fluctuations in the short term; going forward, attention will be focused on the development of industrial demand. Below are the latest prices across various regions in China today: The main ex-factory prices for urea as of April 15, along with changes in prices in different areas. In Shandong, the ex-factory price for small and medium-sized particles is 2,080–2,120 yuan per ton, while the prevailing transaction price is around 2,060–2,100 yuan per ton. In Linyi, the market price for small and medium-sized particles is about 2,130–2,140 yuan per ton. In Heze, the purchase price for such particles remains stable at around 2,110–2,120 yuan per ton. In Hebei, the ex-factory price for small particles is around 2,090–2,120 yuan per ton, with the prevailing transaction price also staying stable at around 2,090–2,100 yuan per ton. In Henan, the main ex-factory price for small and medium-sized particles is 2,090–2,150 yuan per ton, with no changes observed. In Anhui, the main ex-factory price for small particles is around 2,150–2,180 yuan per ton, with some companies raising their prices by 10 yuan per ton. In Jiangsu, the main price for small and medium-sized particles is around 2,170–2,200 yuan per ton, with no changes. In Shanxi, the price for small particles is around 1,980–2,050 yuan per ton, while the price for larger particles is around 2,000–2,030 yuan per ton, with no changes. In Inner Mongolia, the main export price for small and medium-sized particles is around 1,880–1,970 yuan per ton, with no changes. In Hubei, the main ex-factory price for small particles is around 2,120–2,150 yuan per ton, with no changes. In Shaanxi, the local sales price for small and medium-sized particles is around 1,960–2,020 yuan per ton, with no changes. In Guangxi, the main wholesale price for small and medium-sized particles is around 2,220–2,230 yuan per ton, with no changes. In Sichuan, the ex-factory price for small and medium-sized particles is around 2,050–2,080 yuan per ton, with some companies raising their prices by 20 yuan per ton. In Guangdong, the main wholesale price for small and medium-sized particles is around 2,220 yuan per ton, with no changes. In Xinjiang, the transaction price at the factory level is around 1,700–1,770 yuan per ton, with no changes. In Jilin, the ex-factory price is around 2,150 yuan per ton, with no changes. In Heilongjiang, the price for small particles transported by road or train is 2,120 yuan per ton, with a rise of 20 yuan per ton. In Liaoning, the price for small particles transported by road is around 2,130–2,190 yuan per ton, with a rise of 30 yuan per ton. Overall, the urea market across the country remains stable. Factory quotes in the North China region remain stable; order receipt is average, with delivery times of 5-10 days. There is no urgent pressure to receive orders at present. Industrial demand in Jiangsu and Anhui remains relatively stable; there is slight tightness in order fulfillment, while prices stay firm. Social inventory in the Northeast market is at low levels; spot transactions are performing well, while futures transactions are not. Quotations from factories in Shanxi remain stable; sales via road transport have seen a slight improvement, while sales via rail transport are still poor. The total amount of goods awaiting shipment is sufficient to last for another week. At present, the initial inventory at compound fertilizer factories has been largely cleared, and purchasing enthusiasm has increased slightly; this is expected to provide some support for prices. It is anticipated that prices will remain stable and fluctuate little in the short term.