At present, the calcium carbide market in Shandong is dominated by a wait-and-see sentiment, without significant fluctuations in the average price. As some local downstream PVC manufacturers are about to resume production, the procurement demand for calcium carbide will increase accordingly. However, considering the pressure on the operation of those producers, we estimate that the upward trend of the calcium carbide market will be hindered. In terms of the current situation, while the short-term adjustment of the local calcium carbide market is limited, it cannot be ruled out that there are some manufacturers that can flexibly adjust their purchase prices based on their actual situation.