On July 16, 2026, polyester staple fiber market quotations showed clear regional divergence, with a maximum price spread of 230 yuan per ton for the same specification across different brands and regions. This data, sourced from industry pricing platforms, indicates intensifying regional competition in the short-fiber market.
Regional Price Disparity and Industrial Logic
Huahong brand from Wuxi, Jiangsu, was quoted at 7,320 yuan/ton, while Zhonglei brand from Huzhou, Zhejiang, was at 7,640 yuan/ton — a gap of 320 yuan. Even within the same region, differences emerged: Zhonglei in Huzhou had two quotes at 7,640 and 7,620 yuan/ton; Huaxicun in Wuxi ranged from 7,620 to 7,570 yuan/ton. These discrepancies signal that inventory pressures and capital costs at the trading level are being passed into pricing. For buyers, this means negotiation room is expanding.
Cost Differentiation in Melt Direct Spinning
All quoted polyester staple fibers are labeled "melt direct spinning, cotton type," meaning producers must self-supply PTA and MEG raw materials, making them more sensitive to upstream petrochemical fluctuations. Jiangsu's lower prices reflect its concentrated PTA production and raw material transport advantages; Zhejiang's higher quotes likely stem from higher energy costs and environmental investments. Notably, fiber balls (for water treatment) remained stable at 15,500 yuan/ton, highlighting that differentiated non-textile products maintain independent pricing.