Methanol downstream demand diversifies across fuel and chemical chains
Methanol consumption spans olefin production, traditional chemical derivatives and fuel blending.
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Consumption base. Methanol is a feedstock for methanol-to-olefins (MTO/MTP) units and for a broad set of traditional chemical derivatives, including formaldehyde, acetic acid and methyl tert-butyl ether. This diversified demand base helps smooth spot consumption.
Regional nuance. In China, energy-oriented uses such as fuel blending and MTO capacity remain an important part of the demand picture, alongside conventional chemical applications.