US R-HDPE Prices Decline 2.3% in Late July as Weak Demand Persists

R-HDPE prices in the USA weakened throughout July as cautious buying, comfortable product availability, and subdued downstream demand kept the market under pressure. Although temporary tightening in spot availability supported a brief mid-month recovery, the improvement was not sustained as buyers continued to procure only for immediate requirements. Demand from packaging, construction, and industrial sectors remained soft, while weak export opportunities intensified supplier competition and encouraged pricing concessions. On the supply side, stable feedstock collection, steady energy costs, uninterrupted reclaimer operations, and smooth logistics ensured adequate inventories and consistent material availability. Weekly market movements reflected notable volatility, with prices declining early in the month, recovering briefly during the middle of July, and softening again toward month-end as selling pressure resurfaced. Looking ahead, the market is expected to remain largely range-bound, with ample inventories, steady supply conditions, and cautious downstream purchasing likely to prevent any significant or sustained price recovery in the near term.