In the first half of 2025, domestic companies made progress in the differentiated and high-end development of acrylic fiber.

Anqing Petrochemical successfully achieved the first mass production of 25 denier flat acrylic fiber in April 2025, with all indicators meeting premium standards. This accomplishment enabled its flat acrylic fiber to cover the full range from 3 to 25 denier, providing raw materials for various applications such as artificial fur, plush toys, and high-end blankets. The company is gradually achieving import substitution through joint technological breakthroughs with Donghua University, optimizing spinneret structure and spinning processes.

Jilin Chemical Fiber Group, as the world's largest acrylic fiber production base, continued to innovate with its high-end product, Huarong® Fiber. At a product exchange conference in June 2025, Huarong® Fiber demonstrated technological breakthroughs in fine-denier, functional, and green fields. The fiber features "lightweight, softness, warmth, cleanliness, and strength," making it suitable for pure spinning or blending with cashmere, cotton, and other fibers. It is widely used in homewear, sportswear, and bedding. Notably, Huarong® Fiber has obtained seven international certifications, including OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100, STeP, and ISCC (International Sustainability and Carbon Certification), highlighting its efforts in ecological sustainability.

In the first half of the year, acrylic fiber market demand showed new characteristics, but the international trade environment also posed challenges.

Although the traditional textile peak season typically occurs in "September and October," signs emerged in mid-August 2025 that demand for "three-in-one" blended fabrics (polyester/acrylic/rayon) was heating up ahead of schedule. This was primarily driven by low raw material prices, reduced channel inventories, and advanced blending technologies, which balanced cost, functionality, and comfort. The acrylic component (typically accounting for about 35%) contributed mainly to the fabric’s loft and warmth.

In international trade, China's acrylic fiber exports faced challenges. On August 18, 2025, the Indian Ministry of Commerce and Industry announced an affirmative final anti-dumping ruling on acrylic fiber originating from or imported from China, Peru, and Thailand. The ruling recommended imposing anti-dumping duties for five years, with Chinese acrylic fiber duties ranging from $34 to $216 per ton. It is worth noting that 10 types of specialty acrylic fibers (such as anti-pitting, acid dyeable, antibacterial, and high-shrinkage) are exempt from these duties. The investigation began on June 29, 2024, with the dumping investigation period covering April 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024.

The first half of 2025 presented both opportunities and challenges for the acrylic fiber industry.

Domestic companies like Anqing Petrochemical and Jilin Chemical Fiber are actively pursuing technological upgrades and product innovation to move into the high-value, differentiated, and green segments of high-end acrylic fiber products. This reduces reliance on conventional products and promotes import substitution.

However, India’s anti-dumping duties on Chinese acrylic fiber will undoubtedly pressure exports for related Chinese manufacturers. This also reminds companies to continuously optimize their international market strategies and actively develop and export high-end specialty acrylic products not subject to trade measures.