This week, prices for HDPE and LLDPE in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region headed downward, while LDPE rates remained stable. An industry source in the GCC, speaking anonymously to Polymerduniya, noted that ample supply and tepid demand during the typical summer lull, particularly in both the GCC and East Mediterranean regions, have emboldened buyers […]
A Polymerduniya source in Vietnam reports that a Saudi Arabian producer is offering HDPE Pipe (PE100 Black) grade at USD 1,020/mt, on a CFR Ho Chi Minh port basis for August 2025 delivery. This reflects current trade interest between the Middle East and Southeast Asia, particularly for high-performance, pressure-capable pipe materials.
A Polymerduniya source in Serbia reports that a local producer has announced an offer for HDPE Blow Moulding grade at €960/mt, on an FCA basis for August 2025 delivery. This follows earlier offers from the same region: for May delivery at €1,050/mt and June delivery at €960/mt
A Polymerduniya source in Serbia reported that a local producer has announced an offer for LDPE lamination-grade at EUR 1,070/mt, on an FCA basis for August 2025 delivery. This follows earlier reported offers for June 2025 delivery, previously heard at EUR 1,140/mt and EUR 1,110/mt levels
Lotte Titan Nusantara has temporarily shut down its No. 2 high-density polyethylene (HDPE) plant in Cilegon for a scheduled maintenance turnaround. The outage, which commenced in early August 2025, is expected to last approximately one month, according to a Polymerduniya source in Indonesia. This facility, with an annual production capacity of 125,000 mt/year, plays a […]
US ethylene spot prices slipped last week, weighed down by reduced August offers, limited transactions, and falling crude oil values. A US-based industry source told Polymerduniya that the widening price gap between regions reflects uneven supply and demand trends across the country. Weak demand from downstream sectors, including packaging and construction, further contributed to the […]
On Thursday, U.S. propylene markets held steady, with no significant activity to shift pricing. According to a Polymerduniya industry source speaking on condition of anonymity, “Spot prices remained flat amid no bids or offers heard,” underscoring the caution and inactivity characterizing current trading conditions. Specifically, polymer-grade delivered propylene was assessed at 31.50–32.00 cents/lb FD U.S. […]
A Polymerduniya source in China, speaking anonymously, revealed this week that a Chinese trader has pitched a new offer for Linear Low-Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) film, sourced from China and priced at USD 930/mt, FOB Ningbo, for August 2025 shipment. This competitive pricing comes amid a wider market backdrop characterized by oversupply concerns and weakened downstream […]
This week, U.S. linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) export prices remained unchanged, reflecting persistent caution amid subdued market engagement. According to an industry source sharing insights with Polymerduniya, limited new purchasing interest, particularly from key export destinations like Latin America and Asia, has continued to suppress trade volumes. Even with ample supply and consistent upstream costs, […]
This week, low-density polyethylene (LDPE) prices softened across Latin America as suppliers grappled with abundant availability and tepid consumer interest. An industry source in the region shared with Polymerduniya that traders have survived the glutted market by putting forward more aggressive offers. The persistent lack of purchasing, marked by virtually no inquiries or confirmations, has […]
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