In the US Market, the Early Jan’2026 Price trend of Polycarbonate (PC), was relatively stable whereas in the Chinese marketplace the price for the same product experienced some downward price movement. The reason for stability in PC pricing in the US was attributable to stable Bisphenol A (BPA) prices and strong automotive demand due to record 2025 automotive sales from the Hyundai and Kia Groups, caused by a total of approximately 673 million units of vehicles produced. To date, producers have reported stable operating rates (i.e., producing at consistent levels) and ongoing purchases of Polycarbonate despite concerns about the broader petrochemical industry. In the Chinese marketplace, however, the price of Polycarbonate (PC) continued to decline due to weak demand from Downstream Customers, increased pressure from increased Supply, and the impending Addition of Large BPA/PC production capacity. Chinese manufacturers are operating with extreme caution in terms of placing pre-holiday orders leading up to New Year’s Day and continuing concerns regarding oversupply.
