(May 21, 2026) As late May begins, the overall trading atmosphere in the domestic white carbon black market has weakened, and the downstream end-user industry has entered a phased stocking off-season, with overall market trading activity declining.

Currently, the domestic precipitation method silica market has ample supply, with major mainstream manufacturers maintaining mid-to-high inventories. To promote shipments, some companies have flexibly adjusted their quotations, and overall market prices remain stable to weak, with no significant upward momentum for now. Traditional downstream industries such as rubber products, footwear, and general fillers are operating steadily, but new orders are relatively low. Most companies are mainly consuming existing inventory, and their willingness to purchase in large quantities is low.

In contrast, the fumed silica market is relatively robust. Thanks to its irreplaceable properties such as reinforcement, thickening, and insulation, demand remains stable in silicone rubber, electronic materials, and high-end coatings. Its price resistance is strong, forming a clear price differentiation from general-grade silica.

On the raw material side, the trend has been stable recently. Prices of silicon materials, soda ash, and other raw materials have not fluctuated significantly, while production costs provide limited support for the silica market, and overall industry profit margins remain stable. Most manufacturers maintained normal operations, with no concentrated shutdowns or cuts occurring so far, and the market supply-demand balance was becoming more relaxed.

Merchants in the trade segment are cautious, generally avoiding large-scale stockpiling operations, adhering to a 'buy as needed' and 'small order replenishment' model, slowing market circulation. Additionally, with many regions experiencing the rainy season recently, logistics efficiency has slightly declined, which has also affected normal cargo turnover and distribution to some extent.

Looking ahead, the white carbon black market is unlikely to see significant price fluctuations in the short term; overall, the focus will be on stabilizing prices and selling inventory and reducing inventory. Only when downstream industries enter a new round of concentrated stocking cycles, combined with the recovery of outdoor infrastructure and manufacturing demand, is the market likely to see a rebound and boost, and the industry as a whole remains in a phase of accumulation and adjustment.

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