Iran war could ‘significantly disrupt’ China’s methanol imports: analysts
South China Morning Post
by Kandy WongMarch 3, 2026
China could potentially face shortages of methanol – a vital input for several industries – if the Iran war drags on and causes lengthy disruptions to shipping traffic along the Strait of Hormuz, analysts said.
Methanol, also known as methyl alcohol, is a chemical compound that is widely used by Chinese producers. It is both a biofuel and a key raw material for a range of products – from paint and formaldehyde to plastics and synthetic fabrics.
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Originally published on South China Morning Post on 3/3/2026