The US R HDPE market saw a small downturn in August 2025 on a monthly average basis, as some consumer products sectors reduced purchases. Steady buying from packaging and construction industries supported the R HDPE market and prevented a sharper decline. Premium food contact R HDPE grades performed better due to limited high quality feedstock and consistent consumption. While the August monthly average price was marginally lower than July’s, weekly prices within August showed a gradual upward trend. The R HDPE market is expected to improve gradually from September to November, supported by seasonal demand and infrastructure projects, before easing slightly in December as buying patterns normalise and raw material costs remain steady.
Key Highlights
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The US R-HDPE market eased in August on a monthly average basis, as slower demand in non essential consumer goods was offset by steady packaging and construction activity.
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Packaging demand for R-HDPE rose about xx month on month, while construction demand increased by roughly x.xx on the back of infrastructure projects.
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Automotive applications for R-HDPE strengthened, supported by an x.xx year on year rise in US auto sales, while discretionary consumer goods fell by x–xx month on month.
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Premium, food contact R-HDPE grades outperformed broader grades due to limited high quality feedstock, with gradual improvement expected through November before a slight year end easing.
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Weekly price data for August showed a steady intra month rise despite the slight month on month decline.
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The following graph illustrates weekly average prices of R-HDPE in the US market for August xxxx, showing how steady...
