On Wednesday, propylene prices in the United States remained stable as a cautious market outlook weighed on trading activity. An anonymous industry source shared with a Polymerduniya team member that “the pricing undertone remained largely stable, while trading activity slowed due to widening gaps in pricing expectations between buyers and sellers.” Polymer grade spot-delivered propylene […]
A Polymerduniya source in Europe reported that a UK-based producer is offering its recycled polypropylene (R‑PP) homopolymer material, specifically the P512 grade, medium melt, black colour, MFI 10 for August 2025 shipment on an Ex‑Works basis. The quoted price is around GBP 575/mt, with minimum lot sizes of 20 tonnes per deal. This offer reflects a […]
A Polymerduniya source in China reported that a Chinese producer has put forward an offer for premium bottle-grade PET resin (IV 0.80/0.77/0.83), priced at approximately USD 790/mt FOB for August 2025 shipment. The offer represents the latest benchmark for Asia-bound PET shipments, matching the lower end of recent price assessments in the region. Earlier in May–June […]
Ethylene prices in the European region recorded a noticeable gain on Wednesday, driven by improved regional demand and a rise in upstream naphtha values. An industry source in Europe, speaking on condition of anonymity, told a Polymerduniya team member, “Prices increased due to better regional demand trends and higher upstream naphtha values in the region.” […]
On August 7, 2025, polymer futures on the Dalian Commodity Exchange closed on a mixed note, with LLDPE, PP, and MEG recording minor losses while PVC edged higher. The trading session reflected cautious sentiment amid currency fluctuations and broader market pressures. The exchange rate stood at 1 USD = 7.18 RMB. LLDPE (l2509) opened at […]
On Wednesday, propylene prices in the European market remained unchanged, even as upstream crude values weakened and producers scaled back output to protect margins. An industry source in Europe, speaking on condition of anonymity, told a Polymerduniya team member, “Even though producers reduced production levels to avoid losses and safeguard margins, the plentiful supply of […]
On Wednesday, propylene prices in Asia posted modest gains, buoyed by a more confident market outlook even as energy values continued to face downward pressure. An industry source in Asia told a Polymerduniya team member, “Propylene prices in Asia rose slightly, supported by optimistic market sentiment, despite energy values facing pressure. Even with a drop […]
INEOS Styrolution has announced a €10 per tonne reduction in European polystyrene (PS) prices, effective August 1, 2025, marking a measured response to declining upstream styrene costs and subdued demand. The premium of high-impact polystyrene (HIPS) over general-purpose PS (GPPS) remains unchanged at €100/t. The company’s pricing decision follows a larger €35/t drop in the August styrene […]
On Tuesday, European propylene prices remained unchanged, with both spot polymer grade and CIF Northwest Europe (NWE) levels assessed at €750–760/mt FD NWE, showing no movement from Monday. According to a confidential industry source, this stability reflects abundant supply and conservative buying behavior: “Purchasers stayed wary, restricting acquisitions to urgent necessities … Many opted to […]
Haldia Petrochemicals Ltd (HPL) has launched a high-profile “Early Bird” discount initiative, offering a discount of ₹2.50 per kg on its domestically sold polypropylene (PP) grades. The scheme is valid from August 1 through August 15, 2025, according to an industry source cited by Polymerduniya. This promotion targets early bookings and dispatches, reflecting broader efforts by Indian […]
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