Recently, in the northwest region, the overall operating load of the installations has remained high except for a few enterprises under maintenance. The load of local flake caustic soda enterprises has been stable, the output has remained steady, and the inventory is at a reasonable level. The liquid caustic soda market has been operating stably with sufficient supply, which has provided certain support for the cost of flake caustic soda. The operation of the main downstream alumina industry has remained stable, and the operation of industries such as textile and printing and dyeing has been normal. Some enterprises have already started the operation of stocking up before the festival. It’s noted that the exchange rate of the US dollar has been rising continuously, and corresponding adjustments have occurred in the export market of flake caustic soda.

In the southwest region, flake caustic soda enterprises are relatively scattered, with relatively small production capacities and a relatively limited supply. Local sources of goods are mainly supplied by flake caustic soda enterprises in the northern region. Moreover, the logistics in some production areas are restricted, and some traders are facing tight inventories. The main downstream alumina industry is operating normally, and enterprises have increased their stocking of flake caustic soda before the festival. The non-aluminum downstream installations are operating flexibly, and the procurement of flake caustic soda is mainly based on demand.