What is the current operating rate of Kumho Petrochemical's ABS plant, and why is it running at that level?

Kumho Petrochemical is currently operating its 290,000 metric tons/year acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) plant at 50%, according to a source close to the company with knowledge of the matter, as reported on June 29. This reduced operation is attributed to a 'severe downturn in resin demand', with no signs of demand recovery observed at the time of reporting.

How has the Asian ABS market price changed recently, and what does this reflect?

Platts assessed the Asian ABS CFR China marker at $1,520 per metric ton on June 24, down $40/mt week over week, which reflects lower input costs and is below an offer heard at $1,550/mt.

Kumho Petrochemical runs ABS plant at 50%

Jun 30, 2026

Kumho Petrochemical operates its 290,000 mt/year ABS plant at 50% capacity due to severe resin demand downturn. Asian ABS prices dropped $40/mt week-over-week to $1,520/mt amid lower input costs.

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2026-06-30

Kumho Petrochemical runs ABS plant at 50%

Kumho Petrochemical runs ABS plant at 50%

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