AKD Wax Powder (Alkyl Ketene Dimer) is a special neutral sizing raw material for papermaking. It is a white waxy solid and needs to be emulsified before use.Core function: impart water‑resistance and anti‑aging performance to paper, suitable for eco‑friendly neutral papermaking process. Widely used in packaging paper, paper cup base paper and cultural paper.Common grades: 1840 (general‑purpose), 1865/1895 (high water‑resistance, food‑contact grade).

Market concentration: Market share of leading enterprises keeps rising; backward small‑scale capacities are phased out. High‑end domestic products replace imported ones.Export growth: Exports maintain upward momentum. Southeast Asia and the Middle East serve as core markets. Food‑contact grade AKD enjoys prominent export advantages.Technology upgrade: New low‑residue and high‑stability processes are popularized to meet safety standards for food packaging.Market features: Prices fluctuate with raw materials such as palm oil and stearic acid. Domestic products deliver much better cost‑performance than imported brands.