For the Quarter Ending June 2025
North America
• The Glass Fiber Spot Price in the U.S. declined by 7.6% quarter-on-quarter, settling at USD 1080/MT CFR New York by the end of Q2 2025. The overall drop reflected reduced market confidence, sluggish procurement activity, and softened import pricing.
• Why did the Price Index change in July 2025? The Price Index likely stabilized in early July due to balanced inventory levels and steady restocking, despite low downstream consumption.
• Glass Fiber Production Cost Trend: Base production costs remained steady; however, increased international freight charges and inland logistics constraints raised the final delivered cost for importers.
• Inventory levels remained elevated through Q2 as buyers reduced forward orders, expecting continued price corrections.
• Import volumes from China and Malaysia stayed consistent, though lower prices and long lead times prompted cautious ordering behaviour from U.S. buyers.
• Outbound shipments of specialty-grade glass fiber (e.g., chopped strands) to Latin America rose modestly, as pricing competitiveness improved.
• Glass Fiber Pricing Strategy: Domestic distributors offered discounts on older stock to reduce warehouse load, contributing to downward pricing momentum.
• Glass Fiber Demand Outlook remained weak for general-purpose glass fiber (E-glass roving, mats), while high-spec varieties saw selective interest from OEM partners.
Asia-Pacific – China
• The Glass Fiber Price Index rose by 3.9% quarter-on-quarter, reaching USD 720/MT FOB Tianjin by the end of Q2 2025, driven by improved order volumes and steady export activity.
• Why did the Price Index change in July 2025? The Price Index remained stable in early July, supported by sustained domestic and overseas orders, particularly for chopped strand mats and direct rovings.
• Glass Fiber Production Cost Trend: Costs remained favorable due to high production efficiency and stable electricity tariffs, although some producers noted margin compression from export tax adjustments.
• Inventory turnover accelerated in Q2, especially for high-demand products like chopped strands and woven roving, as producers implemented strategic restocking cycles.
• Exports rose significantly to Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Demand for spray-up rovings and direct rovings increased, keeping Chinese output well-utilized.
• Glass Fiber Product Diversification: China Jushi and other producers expanded SKUs for high-modulus and corrosion-resistant grades, enhancing market competitiveness.
• Glass Fiber Pricing Strategy: Producers maintained FOB pricing firmness for volume contracts, while offering limited discounts for container-load deals to preferred buyers.
• Glass Fiber Demand Outlook persisted across most product categories, especially in high-strength rovings and performance-grade mats.
Europe – Germany
• The Glass Fiber Price Index in Germany decreased by 7.8% quarter-on-quarter, ending Q2 at USD 990/MT CFR Hamburg. The decline reflected inventory overhang, sluggish restocking, and weak import competitiveness.
• Why did the Price Index change in July 2025? The Price Index remained stable in early July due to ongoing freight rate pressure, which offset softened import quotations from Asia.
• Glass Fiber Production Cost Trend: Domestic fabrication costs were steady and firm but delivered costs for imported E-glass increased due to rising ocean freight and port delays.
• Elevated stock levels across distributors—particularly in chopped strand mats and surface veils—led to reduced new procurement.
• European buyers delayed major purchases due to long shipment lead times and logistics uncertainty, reducing transactional volumes for Q2.
• Importers pushed discounts on aged stock of standard E-glass rovings, while new orders reflected cautious pricing aligned with shipping contracts.
• Specialty products like corrosion-resistant rovings and stitched mats faced delivery lags due to supplier backlogs in Asia.
• Glass Fiber Demand Outlook remained moderate, with restocking likely limited to core product lines (e.g., chopped strands and woven roving) under fixed-price agreements.
For the Quarter Ending March 2025
North America
In Q1 2025, the North American glass fibre market experienced a dynamic yet overall bearish trajectory, shaped by shifting trade policies, supply chain adjustments, and evolving procurement strategies. The quarter began with strong bullish momentum in January, driven by aggressive restocking and heightened demand from key downstream sectors like automotive and construction. This surge was largely influenced by concerns surrounding impending trade restrictions and seasonal recovery in business activity.
However, the market quickly shifted gears in February and March, registering a combined decline of over 5% in prices due to growing uncertainty around antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) investigations targeting Chinese fiberglass products. Despite stable end-user demand, buyers adopted a cautious stance, strategically depleting inventories and diversifying sources to non-tariffed regions such as Mexico and Malaysia.
The softening was further supported by reduced freight costs and oversupply conditions as global producers competed to maintain market share. Meanwhile, demand from the automotive sector remained robust, with vehicle sales showing strong year-over-year growth, but this was not sufficient to counterbalance the prevailing bearish sentiment.
Overall, Q1 2025 reflected a market caught between resilient demand and cautious procurement, shaped largely by geopolitical headwinds and evolving global trade dynamics.
APAC
In Q1 2025, the glass fibre market in the Asia-Pacific region, particularly in Malaysia, displayed a relatively stable yet nuanced trend shaped by a balance between resilient supply dynamics and fluctuating demand. January saw a strong rebound in market activity with a 10.3% increase in prices, driven by aggressive restocking and heightened international demand ahead of anticipated trade disruptions.
Despite subdued domestic automotive sales, international buyers engaged in proactive procurement, boosting overall consumption. This momentum carried into February, where prices remained steady as production stabilized despite cost pressures from rising feedstock prices and logistical challenges. Although domestic automotive sales surged by nearly 25% month-on-month, export orders remained subdued due to tariff-related uncertainties in key international markets. By March, prices dipped slightly by 1.1% as supply continued to outpace demand. Robust domestic production, supported by favourable government incentives and stable logistics, ensured minimal disruption. Simultaneously, automotive activity rebounded again, particularly in anticipation of festive demand, supporting consistent glass fibre usage. While international demand fluctuated due to trade-related caution, domestic sectors such as construction, automotive, and aerospace provided a steady consumption base.
Overall, the quarter reflected a resilient but cautious market, marked by stable supply chains and demand buoyed by structural sectoral growth.
Europe
In Q1 2025, the European glass fibre market, particularly in Germany, experienced dynamic yet stabilizing trends driven by shifting global trade flows, robust demand, and evolving regulatory landscapes. January saw a significant price rebound of 10.3%, fuelled by aggressive restocking and heightened demand from the automotive sector, as buyers moved to secure volumes ahead of anticipated tariff implementations. This momentum was further supported by rising production costs and temporary supply constraints caused by extreme weather and port congestion.
In February, prices remained stable, bolstered by a marginal uptick in new orders and defensive purchasing amid continued trade uncertainty. Though the automotive sector struggled with a 6.4% year-on-year decline in vehicle registrations, business confidence improved, encouraging firms to increase procurement. By March, prices declined slightly by 0.9%, primarily due to a more competitive supply from Malaysia, which gained prominence following EU anti-dumping duties on Chinese imports. Malaysia’s consistent export capacity and cost-effective supply helped balance the market.
Meanwhile, Germany's glass fiber demand remained strong across key sectors including construction, aerospace, and renewable energy. The quarter highlighted a resilient demand environment tempered by cautious purchasing strategies and supply chain adjustments amid shifting geopolitical and trade conditions.
For the Quarter Ending December 2024
North America
The North American Glass Fiber market experienced a significant decline in prices throughout the fourth quarter of 2024. Despite a rebound in the automotive sector during October 2024, consumer sentiment remained subdued due to uncertainty surrounding the Presidential Election, leading to subdued trading activity. Ample domestic supplies from previous stockpiles further pressured Glass Fiber prices downward.
The post-peak shipping season resulted in reduced demand for shipping containers, leading to lower freight charges. This, coupled with an influx of cheaper imported volumes, intensified competition and put downward pressure on prices. The surplus inventory also provided a buffer for manufacturers, enabling them to delay replenishment orders.
Aggressive destocking activities, coupled with weakening demand from key downstream automotive sectors have eroded market demand and exerted significant downward pressure on Glass Fiber prices. Moreover, the typical holiday seasonal slowdown has declined consumer confidence in the USA which created a bearish market environment during December 2024. Henceforth, despite a surge in freight charges from Asia to the USA boosted by frontloading in anticipation of potential tariff hikes, supply chain activity remained smooth during December 2024.
APAC
Glass Fiber pricing in the APAC region for Q4 2024 has seen a notable decline, followed by immense stability. Glass Fiber prices in Malaysia remained stable at USD 960/MT E-Glass Fiber FOB Tanjung Pelepas in October 2024. This stability occurred despite a dip in sales from the automotive sector. Retail sales in Malaysia's downstream automotive sector declined by four percent in October 2024, reaching 69,859 units compared to 76,173 units in the same month of the previous year, according to the Malaysian Automotive Association (MAA). Intense competition among manufacturers prevented price adjustments, with companies maintaining consistent quotations. The ending of the peak shipping season in October led to a decrease in container demand and subsequently lower freight charges. However, severe flash flooding in Kuala Lumpur disrupted the Malaysian supply chain, partially offsetting the impact of declining freight costs. However, as December 2024 approached, heavy discounts offered by manufacturers to clear inventory amid a surge in destocking activities across the industry led market players to decrease their prices.
Europe
In Q4 2024, the Glass Fiber market in Europe experienced a mixed trend. In October 2024, Glass Fiber prices faced downward pressure amid a decline in new orders. Despite a rebound in the automotive sector, consumer sentiment remained subdued due to a surge in inflation. Moreover, ample domestic supplies from previous stockpiles further weakened demand. The post-peak shipping season resulted in lower container demand, reducing freight charges and shortening delivery times. The influx of cheaper imported volumes intensified competition and exerted downward pressure on prices. This, combined with surplus inventory, enabled manufacturers to delay replenishment orders. However, during November 2024, the Glass Fiber prices in Germany rebounded amid robust demand for glass fiber has emerged from the reviving automotive industry, a crucial material for numerous automotive applications. Furthermore, port congestion caused by flash floods in Malaysia has disrupted importations from key suppliers, leading to extended shipping times. Expectedly, during December 2024, aggressive destocking activities across the industry led several manufacturers, to offer significant discounts to clear inventory. These heavy discounts exerted significant downward pressure on Glass Fiber market prices.
For the Quarter Ending September 2024
North America
In Q3 2024, the North American Glass Fiber market experienced a notable decline in prices, primarily influenced by oversupply and market competition.
However, during July 2024, despite subdued demand from key sectors like automotive, the market was characterized by challenges in the supply chain and increased freight costs due to geopolitical tensions which led to an increase in price trends.
While, the ease in freight charges offset any upward trajectory and aggressive promotional discounts offered by Chinese manufacturers due to intensified competition in the market, putting downward pressure on imported Glass Fiber prices in the USA. These factors created a bearish sentiment, leading to reduced demand and competitive pricing dynamics. The USA, witnessing significant price changes, saw a downward trend, with prices dropping by 11% from the previous quarter. Despite a slight improvement in the automotive industry, overall trends remained negative, reflecting a market struggling to find stability. The quarter ended with a price of USD 1170/MT for E-Glass Fiber CFR New York, underscoring the prevailing downward pricing environment in the region.
APAC
Glass Fiber pricing in the APAC region for Q3 2024 has seen a notable increase, primarily influenced by a variety of factors. The market has experienced a challenging quarter characterized by a significant increase in prices. Despite the slowdown in the downstream automotive sector, the Glass Fiber market in South Korea witnessed a surge during July 2024 which was ascribed to a logistical disruption resulting from the rainy season and floods. Concurrently, Malaysia, a prominent Glass Fiber exporter, has observed an increase in production expenses. The escalation in prices can be attributed to the transfer of these escalated expenses to significant importers within Asia. While, the automotive industry, a key user of Glass Fiber, saw a decline in demand throughout the third quarter which somewhat declined consumer confidence. However, due to consistent logistical issues, purchasers were forced by the state of the market to obtain limited supply at elevated costs which elevated the costs of the product during this timeframe.
Europe
In Q3 2024, the Glass Fiber market in Europe experienced a downturn, with prices decreasing significantly, followed by an uptrend. During July 2024, the supply chain was severely disrupted by the start of the rainy season, which led to bullish sentiment in the Glass Fiber market. Moreover, the maintenance at the North Sea further hampered the supply chain activity. Concurrently, Malaysia, a prominent Glass Fiber exporter, has observed an increase in production expenses. However, the market was influenced by low demand from key sectors like the automotive industry, which faced challenges due to decreased consumer confidence during August 2024. Additionally, high inventory levels and easing freight rates added downward pressure on prices during September 2024. The imbalance between supply and demand exacerbated the decline. Germany, in particular, saw the most significant price changes, reflecting the overall market trend. Compared to the same quarter last year, prices were notably lower. The quarter saw a 13% decrease from the previous quarter, with prices dropping further by 7% in the second half. The quarter ended with Glass Fiber priced at USD 1100/MT of E-Glass Fiber CFR Hamburg in Germany.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the current price of Glass Fiber in China?
As of June 2025, the Glass Fiber Spot Price in China stood at USD 720/MT FOB Tianjin.
Q2: Who are the top glass fiber producers in the United States?
Major U.S. producers include Owens Corning, Johns Manville, and PPG Industries.
Q3: What is the Glass Fiber Price Forecast for Q3 2025?
Prices are expected to remain stable to slightly bullish, supported by EV demand, wind energy expansion, and constrained Asian export availability.
Q4: What is the current Glass Fiber Production Cost Trend globally?
Production cost trends vary by region—freight and energy cost increases are pressuring margins in Europe and North America, while Chinese producers are benefiting from economies of scale despite tariff challenges.
