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China Solar Panel Price Per Watt: March 2026 Update
Current pricing for Chinese-manufactured solar modules by technology type, with delivered cost estimates for key Global South markets.
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Independent FOB module pricing and container freight rates for China-to-Africa, Southeast Asia, and Latin America corridors.
Week of March 28, 2026 · FOB China · Updated weekly
$/Watt, Tier 1–2 manufacturers, 1 MW+ volumes
| Technology | FOB $/W | W/W |
|---|---|---|
| Mono PERC 540–560W | $0.10–0.12 | — |
| TOPCon 580–610W | $0.11–0.14 | −1¢ |
| HJT 600–700W | $0.14–0.18 | — |
| Bifacial Mono PERC | $0.11–0.13 | — |
| Bifacial TOPCon | $0.12–0.15 | −1¢ |
Spot rates, major Chinese ports to Africa, SE Asia, and Latin America
| Route | Rate | W/W |
|---|---|---|
| Shanghai → Lagos40′ HC | $3,700–4,400 | +$200 |
| Ningbo → Mombasa40′ HC | $2,900–3,500 | — |
| Shenzhen → HCMC40′ HC | $120–160 | — |
| Shanghai → Jakarta40′ HC | $780–1,050 | −$40 |
| Shanghai → Durban40′ HC | $2,700–3,300 | — |
Sources: EnergyTrend, PVinsights, Freightos, carrier spot quotes · Week of March 28, 2026
Mono PERC, TOPCon, HJT, bifacial — FOB China prices tracked weekly with technology context and manufacturer-tier breakdowns.
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