Glass scrap market situation Asia 2024

Photo by culletfactory.com Market Overview The glass scrap market in Asia has experienced notable fluctuations over the past year, influenced by factors such as production rates, inventory levels, and downstream demand. China, as a major player in the region, has seen significant changes in its glass industry, which have implications for the glass scrap market. Production and Inventory Levels In China, the glass industry has been operating at high capacity. As of March 2024, there were 258 production lines with an operating rate of 85.2%, leading to a historic high in glass supply. This increased production resulted in significant accumulation of glass spot inventory, exerting downward pressure on spot market prices. Price Trends The spot market price of glass in China has been on a declining trend. For instance, from March 1 to March 19, 2024, the average price dropped from 21.97 RMB/square meter to 20.33 RMB/square meter, marking a decrease of 7.46%. Similarly, in June 2023, the ave...