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South Korea extends naphtha export curbs, bans petrochemical hoarding

Published

27 August 2026

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regulatory

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Industrial

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South Korea

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Read at biz.chosun.com

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Fusion42 · 27 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

South Korea has extended its export restrictions on naphtha and banned hoarding of petrochemical feedstocks until January 26, 2027, in response to ongoing crude oil supply disruptions caused by the Middle East conflict and the Strait of Hormuz blockade.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Industrial.

◆ The Wire takeaway

You face tighter control on naphtha exports and feedstock stockpiling in South Korea, forcing you to secure government approval for supply moves. Immediate adjustments to procurement and inventory strategy are necessary to maintain manufacturing continuity.

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1 source · 27 Aug 2026

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