In the latest development from Europe’s recycled plastics market, a UK-based producer has reportedly put forward an offer for recycled high-density polyethylene (R-HDPE) blow moulding grade. According to a source, the offer pertains to mixed colour material with a melt flow index (MFI) of 0.95, and is being made available in 20-ton lots. The material […]
Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) export prices in the United States held firm this week, as a cautious balance between supply and demand kept values unchanged even while upstream feedstock markets moved in contrasting directions. An industry source in the U.S. told that the prevailing stability was not a sign of robust activity but rather of restraint […]
Polypropylene (PP) export prices in the United States edged higher this week, bucking the trend of weaker upstream propylene values. The gains were attributed largely to stronger domestic demand, which encouraged producers to redirect sales away from international markets. An industry source in the U.S. told that the rebound in PP was tied directly to […]
Polystyrene (PS) export prices in the United States witnessed a sharp downturn this week, as bearish market conditions weighed heavily on sentiment. The decline comes despite steady pricing in Asian markets, where momentum slowed due to the onset of seasonal holidays. According to an industry source in the U.S., weak downstream appetite combined with falling […]
This week, the U.S. polyethylene terephthalate (PET) market remained stable, with prices showing no movement despite ongoing discussions around tariffs and feedstock costs. Market sentiment reflected a cautious balance, as buyers and sellers continued to negotiate terms in an environment where trade-related costs remain a key factor shaping pricing dynamics. An industry source in the […]
In an unexpected turn on Thursday, polymer grade propylene (PGP) prices in the United States edged lower even as crude oil values moved higher. Market participants were left surprised as the usual correlation between crude and propylene failed to hold. An industry source, speaking on condition of anonymity, revealed that the weakness was largely a […]
Ethylene prices moved higher in the United States on Tuesday, lifted by stronger trading momentum and firmer buying sentiment. Market participants reported that active discussions and a number of trades concluded at improved price levels gave a clear push to spot values. An industry source in the US, while speaking to a team member, confirmed […]
Polymer grade propylene (PGP) prices edged lower in the US on Tuesday, weighed down by muted trading activity and subdued demand. An industry source in the US, speaking on condition of anonymity, told a team member that spot PGP prices declined as market momentum remained soft. Spot delivered PGP was assessed at 29.00–29.50 cents/lb FD […]
Ethylene prices in the United States began the week unchanged, reflecting a market caught between steady fundamentals and reports of operational hiccups. According to a source, a handful of cracker issues have emerged, though these disruptions have not yet been significant enough to alter the broader pricing picture. On Monday, spot ethylene in the US […]
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