In a market grappling with intensified global competition, polypropylene (PP) homopolymer export prices in the U.S. held steady at USD 960–980 per metric ton FAS Houston on August 14, 2025, showing no change from the previous week, according to Polymerduniya.
Despite mounting export pressures from cheaper Asian offerings and persistent tariff uncertainty, U.S. sellers resisted downward pricing with unusually firm resolve. The market continues to be characterized by “some of the most competitive conditions seen in recent times,” with buyers postponing purchases amid weak sentiment and increased cost sensitivity.
This stabilization comes in contrast to the previously softened trajectory, offering a brief reprieve for domestic producers. Yet the ongoing headwinds underscore a delicate balancing act: exporters aim to safeguard margins while remaining competitive in a saturated global landscape.
