AKD wax powder (alkyl ketene dimer) is an environmentally friendly waterproof sizing raw material specially for papermaking. It is waxy solid at normal temperature and non-hazardous chemical. It forms a waterproof layer by reacting with paper fibers, preventing paper yellowing and equipment corrosion. It is widely applied in office paper, packaging paper and speciality paper.

China boasts sufficient production capacity with large export volume. It has replaced traditional outdated sizing techniques and maintains steady market demand.Upgraded high-purity and easily emulsifiable grades are developed for food-grade paper with superior energy conservation and environmental performance.The market stays stable in 2026. Demand will rise slightly in the second half of the year driven by peak season of packaging paper, while fierce competition exists in the low-end market.