Fresh trade indications have emerged in the East African polymer market this week, with a Saudi Arabian producer heard to have announced its latest offer for high-density polyethylene (HDPE). According to market sources, the producer has put forward its price for HDPE Pipe (P6006 AD PE100 Black) grade at the USD 1170 per metric ton level.
The offer has been quoted on a Cost and Freight (CFR) basis into Beira port, Mozambique, for shipment scheduled in September 2025. Industry participants highlight that this port continues to serve as a critical entry point for polymer imports into East Africa, catering to downstream industries across multiple countries in the region.
Market observers note that the offered level of USD 1170/mt reflects the producer’s continued emphasis on maintaining a competitive foothold in one of the region’s most vital polyethylene application sectors. HDPE Pipe grades, particularly P6006 AD PE100 Black, are widely used in infrastructure projects such as water distribution, sewage systems, and gas pipelines—sectors that remain central to East Africa’s industrial and urban development.
Traders and converters are closely assessing the offer in light of prevailing supply-demand balances and global pricing movements. While regional buyers are weighing the competitiveness of the offer, analysts suggest that the Saudi supplier’s decision underscores its strategic role in shaping HDPE Pipe market dynamics across East Africa. The development also signals a potentially active trading season as September approaches, with negotiations expected to gather pace in the coming weeks.
