Polypropylene (PP) prices in Europe drifted lower this week as muted demand and ample supply weighed heavily on sentiment, overshadowing an uptick in upstream propylene spot values. A market participant told Polymerduniya, “The European polypropylene market experienced price decreases in August across every product segment, impacted by weak buyer interest and reduced spot activity as […]
Ethylene prices in the United States remained unchanged on Thursday, with slower purchasing activity keeping sentiment subdued. Market participants reported that the lull in buying interest reflected broader weakness in downstream derivatives such as polyethylene and styrene, where demand continues to trail expectations. A US-based industry source told that, “Prices remained unchanged as purchasing activity […]
High-density polyethylene (HDPE) prices across Latin America slipped this week, weighed down by fragile fundamentals, seasonally sluggish demand, and competitive import pressure from the US and Middle East. Market participants described sentiment in the West Coast of South America and the Mercosur region as negative, with buyers opting to defer fresh commitments in anticipation of […]
High-density polyethylene (HDPE) export prices in the United States declined this week as weak demand and abundant supply across all polyethylene grades continued to weigh on sentiment. Market participants reported that the bearish tone seen throughout August has persisted, with both domestic and export markets facing subdued buying interest. A US-based industry source told Polymerduniya, […]
Ethylene dichloride (EDC) and vinyl chloride monomer (VCM) prices in the United States reflected a mixed undertone this week, as export activity lent support to EDC while VCM values eased under pressure from a weakening global PVC market. A US-based industry source told that, “US export prices for ethylene dichloride stayed steady as market activity […]
Evonik has officially inaugurated Asia’s first world-scale alkoxides facility on Jurong Island, Singapore, a development that marks a pivotal step in its global catalyst strategy and reinforces its long-term commitment to the region. The plant, which carries an annual production capacity of 100,000 metric tons, represents a mid-double-digit-million-euro investment first announced in May 2023. Built […]
Recycled high-density polyethylene (R-HDPE) markets in Asia showed a modest uptick this week, with natural film pellet prices climbing slightly even as black blow molding grades held steady. Market sentiment, however, remains cautious as recyclers struggle to compete with cheaper virgin polyethylene. A regional industry source told that, “The Asian R-HDPE natural film pellet market […]
Hengli Petrochemical has reportedly shut down its purified terephthalic acid (PTA) facilities in Huizhou, China, following technical complications that surfaced earlier this week. According to a Polymerduniya source, the company halted operations on August 21, 2025, though the precise timeline for resumption remains uncertain. “The company is heard to have shut its units due to […]
Recycled polyethylene terephthalate (R-PET) markets across Asia came under renewed pressure this week, with prices sliding amid subdued buying activity and a competitive environment where virgin PET remains more cost-effective for downstream users. Market participants reported that consumption of recycled polyester fibers for clothing applications has stayed exceptionally weak, as virgin PET continues to trade […]
Ethylene prices slipped in Europe on Wednesday as subdued demand and ample regional supply exerted downward pressure, while Northeast Asia bucked the trend with a modest uptick. A market participant in Europe told Polymerduniya, “Prices came under bearish pressure as weak demand and ample supply weighed on the market.” The sentiment reflects broader weakness in […]
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