Snapshot Fiberglass Exports (China) Q1 2026

Fiberglass Exports (China) | Q1 2026 Snapshot

In the first quarter of 2026, China’s fiberglass and related products exports showed steady growth, reflecting resilient global demand and stable downstream industries.

Overall Performance

·       Export Volume: 538,800 tons (+5.34% YoY)

·       Export Value: RMB 5.724 billion (+6.12% YoY)

Key Product Highlights

·       Fiberglass Rovings remained the largest export category:

o       Volume: 199,500 tons

o       Average Price: RMB 4,541.54/ton

o       YoY Growth: +5.17%

o       Share of Total Exports: 37.02% 

·       The top three exported products were:

o       Fiberglass Rovings 

o       Chopped Strands (≤50mm)

o       Glass Fiber Mats (chemical bonded)

Combined, these three categories accounted for 61.25% of total export volume, highlighting a continued concentration in core reinforcement materials.

Top Export Destinations for Fiberglass Rovings

1.       India – 36,900 tons

2.       South Korea – 13,100 tons

3.       United States – 13,000 tons

4.       United Arab Emirates – 12,900 tons

5.       Thailand – 12,200 tons

6.       Canada – 8,800 tons

7.       Saudi Arabia – 8,700 tons

8.       Russia – 6,900 tons

9.       Malaysia – 6,000 tons

10.       Japan – 5,900 tons

Demand from emerging markets such as India and Southeast Asia remains strong. Rovings continue to dominate export structure, driven by applications in wind energy, construction, and infrastructure.

The modest increase in both volume and value suggests a relatively balanced market, with stable pricing and sustained global consumption.

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