In September 2023, China’s butadiene import volume was 58,133.82 tons, a month-on-month increase of 22.68%. The average import price was US$751.44/ton, up 2.42% month-on-month. In September 2023, the top three sources of butadiene imports were the United States, Brazil and South Korea, accounting for 23.74%, 17.98% and 16.88% respectively.
In September 2023, China's total butadiene export volume was 8025.42 tons, a month-on-month increase of 109.18%. The average export price was US$906.40/ton, a month-on-month increase of 36.90%. In September 2023, China's butadiene exports were sold to Taiwan, South Korea and Pakistan, accounting for 74.77%, 24.92% and 0.31% respectively.