Industry insiders: Middle East conflict disrupts sulfur supply, bullish sentiment for sulfur may reignite.

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01/03/2026
The Middle East conflict escalates, and logistics in the Strait of Hormuz are disrupted, causing concerns about sulfur supply. Reporters learned from downstream industries that rubber and other chemical enterprises are currently affected but manageable, while phosphate fertilizer companies face significant cost pressures. Industry insiders in the chemical industry told reporters: At present, it is a critical moment for spring farming and fertilization preparation. Phosphate fertilizer has a rigid demand for sulfur, and the market expects shipping interruptions and freight rate increases. Bullish sentiment may reignite in the sulfur market.