For the Quarter Ending June 2025
North America
• The Poly Methyl Methacrylate Price Index for North America dropped steadily down 8.95% during the second quarter of 2025 before concluding at USD 2470/MT at the end of June, primarily due to weakening automobile demand and sustained weakness in downstream consumption.
• Top drivers impacting the PMMA Spot Price were a slowdown in automotive sales, which usually supports PMMA demand, and weak buying from other important industries such as construction and electronics. The price drop was also impacted by a stable feedstock market consisting of stuck prices for MMA.
• Why did the price of Poly Methyl Methacrylate change in July 2025? Prices remained stable in early July as feedstock costs stayed unchanged, and weak demand from automotive and construction sectors continued to weigh on the market. Additionally, tariff-related uncertainties over trade policies kept buyers cautious. Despite flat domestic demand, producers were unable to raise prices due to a lack of buying pressure.
• Logistics impact in Q2 was minimal, with no major disruptions noted across domestic supply chains. However, trade-related uncertainties, especially around tariffs, led to some caution in procurement.
• The Poly Methyl Methacrylate Demand Outlook for Q3 in North America appears cautious. While seasonal packaging demand might provide some support, the automotive sector’s slow recovery and weak demand from construction and electronics could limit any significant price increase.
• The Poly Methyl Methacrylate Production Cost Trend showed minimal change as feedstock costs for MMA remained stable. However, margins were under pressure due to low demand, preventing price increases despite stable production costs.
• The Poly Methyl Methacrylate Price Forecast for Q3 suggests continued flat to slightly soft pricing, contingent on any improvement in demand from key downstream sectors or clarity on tariff issues.
APAC
• The Poly Methyl Methacrylate Price Index in APAC region showed a steady decline by 4.12% over Q2 2025, settling at USD 1980/MT in June. The drop in prices was primarily due to weak export demand and oversupply concerns in the region.
• Key drivers influencing the PMMA Price Index in Indonesia included weak foreign demand, particularly from the U.S. and Europe, along with sluggish domestic consumption despite some improvement in the automotive sector. The lack of export orders and a high inventory situation in the region contributed to downward pricing pressure.
• Why did the price of Poly Methyl Methacrylate change in July 2025? Prices in Indonesia remained stable in early July due to continued weak export demand and oversupply risks. Domestic automotive demand provided some support, but it wasn’t enough to offset the general market weakness. Logistical issues, including delays caused by port congestion, continued to affect supply chains, preventing price increases.
• Logistics impact in Q2 was significant, with port congestion affecting export flows and contributing to delays. These disruptions, combined with weak export demand, prevented any substantial price increase.
• The Poly Methyl Methacrylate Demand Outlook for Q3 in APAC remains weak, with export demand from key markets like the U.S. and Europe expected to remain low. The domestic automotive sector may provide some limited support, but overall demand from other sectors will likely remain subdued.
• The Poly Methyl Methacrylate Production Cost Trend remained stable, with feedstock costs for MMA unchanged. However, weak demand and oversupply risks continued to exert pressure on margins.
• The Poly Methyl Methacrylate Price Forecast for Q3 suggests continued stability or slight softness, driven by weak demand and logistical challenges.
Europe
• The Poly Methyl Methacrylate Price Index in Europe exhibited a steady decline by 2.95% throughout Q2 2025, settling at USD 1643/MT by the end of June. This decline was driven by subdued demand across sectors such as construction, automotive, and consumer goods.
• Key drivers influencing the PMMA Price Index included weak demand from the automotive sector and logistical challenges, particularly disruptions at major ports. These factors, combined with elevated inventory levels, put downward pressure on prices despite stable feedstock costs.
• Why did the price of Poly Methyl Methacrylate change in July 2025? PMMA prices in Germany remained under pressure in early July due to continued sluggish demand from downstream industries like construction and automotive. Despite a slight seasonal improvement in automotive sales, logistical challenges at key ports continued to impact the supply chain. With high inventory levels and limited buying interest, producers were unable to increase prices.
• Logistics impact in Q2 was notable, with disruptions at major container terminals due to port congestion in Hamburg. These logistical inefficiencies delayed supply and added complexity to delivery schedules, contributing to downward price pressure.
• The Poly Methyl Methacrylate Demand Outlook for Q3 in Germany remains subdued. While there is some potential for recovery in the automotive sector, broader demand from construction and consumer goods sectors is expected to remain weak.
• The Poly Methyl Methacrylate Production Cost Trend remained stable, with feedstock costs for MMA holding steady. However, logistical challenges and the extended delivery times impacted the overall cost structure, squeezing supplier margins.
• The Poly Methyl Methacrylate Price Forecast for Q3 points to continued softness unless there’s a significant recovery in demand or improvement in logistical conditions.
For the Quarter Ending March 2025
North America
In Q1 2025, PMMA prices in the U.S. exhibited a consistent downward trend, primarily influenced by weak demand across major downstream sectors such as automotive and construction. Although supply remained stable with no significant production disruptions, market sentiment was subdued due to reduced industrial activity and sluggish procurement. The decline in feedstock MMA prices throughout the quarter further contributed to the fall in PMMA values, while rising acetone costs pushed up production expenses, creating additional pressure on margins.
Despite steady supply levels and balanced inventories, purchasing activity remained low as buyers adopted a cautious approach in response to ongoing economic uncertainty and shifting trade dynamics. The recently imposed tariffs also played a role in altering market behaviour, leading to price stabilization toward the end of the quarter.
Overall, Q1 2025 was marked by a bearish outlook for PMMA, shaped by oversupply, fluctuating raw material costs, and subdued demand, with limited signs of recovery heading into the next quarter.
Europe
In Q1 2025, PMMA prices in the European region followed a steadily upward trajectory, driven by stable supply conditions and consistent demand from key downstream sectors, particularly the automotive industry. The quarter began with some price stagnation due to balanced supply-demand dynamics and minimal fluctuations in feedstock costs. However, as the quarter progressed, improved market sentiment and moderate increases in raw material costs, especially acetone, contributed to a gradual rise in PMMA prices.
While upstream MMA prices showed occasional movements, the overall cost environment remained relatively stable, helping maintain production continuity. Despite slight pressure from freight cost fluctuations, the supply chain demonstrated resilience, preventing any major disruptions.
Demand remained steady, with downstream sectors continuing procurement activities, supporting the upward momentum in prices. The overall market environment in the region remained balanced, with limited volatility and a cautiously optimistic outlook prevailing among participants. By the end of the quarter, PMMA prices reflected sustained growth, underpinned by favourable supply-demand fundamentals and stable production dynamics.
APAC
In Q1 2025, PMMA prices across the APAC region exhibited a mixed yet generally subdued trend, shaped by fluctuating raw material costs and persistent weakness in downstream demand. The quarter began with declining or stagnant prices due to minimal procurement from industries such as automotive and construction. Although supply remained steady, it was not enough to offset weak market sentiment and low trading activity. Despite some fluctuations in upstream MMA and acetone prices, these changes did not exert significant pressure on PMMA prices, which mostly remained stable or declined slightly.
Mid-quarter, temporary supply disruptions such as the maintenance shutdown of a key plant did not lead to any sharp price hikes, as demand continued to underperform. Toward the end of the quarter, market dynamics showed slight improvements with discussions around stimulus schemes in some regions, potentially boosting demand. However, these had not yet materialized into tangible market shifts. Overall, PMMA prices in APAC remained under mild downward pressure, reflecting a cautious and balanced market environment.
For the Quarter Ending December 2024
North America
In North America, PMMA prices remained stable during the latter part of 2024, supported by a balanced supply and demand dynamic. While the automotive sector struggled to achieve strong sales, the economic resilience of the region, including positive retail sales and GDP growth projections, helped maintain price stability.
The supply chain in the U.S. faced challenges in early November, with delayed imports of PMMA from Asia and strained inventories, which prevented a sharp price decline. The rising freight rates from Asia contributed to the high price of imports, adding pressure to the market.
Despite weaker demand from the automotive sector, the construction and appliance industries showed positive signs, helping to maintain a steady demand for PMMA. Domestic feedstocks, including MMA, provided support, and the restart of key production plants helped stabilize the supply chain. Additionally, the housing market, driven by lower interest rates, offered some support to PMMA prices. This combination of factors, along with cautious inventory management, ensured that PMMA prices remained resilient in the face of broader market uncertainties during the final quarter of 2024.
APAC
In Q4 2024, MMA prices in the APAC region experienced a due to weak demand and the softening of production costs. Despite a modest increase in automotive sales in key markets, particularly in China, the overall sentiment in the downstream sectors remained subdued. The automotive industry showed a 10.6% m-o-m growth in passenger vehicle sales, but the impact on MMA demand was limited, as the overall consumption from downstream industries did not match the price increases.
On the supply side, MMA production in the region remained steady, although some producers faced reduced profitability due to falling raw material prices, such as acetone. The supply of MMA in key markets, particularly China, remained stable but struggled to generate upward pressure on prices. The increase in production did not result in higher demand, leaving inventories abundant.
Demand for MMA in the APAC region was weak overall, with slow consumption from the construction and automotive sectors. The market sentiment was cautious, with buyers reluctant to commit to large volumes, contributing to a stagnant price environment. With no significant demand surge, MMA prices remained under pressure throughout the quarter.
Europe
In late 2024, PMMA prices in Europe showed a downward trend, primarily due to weak demand and falling raw material costs. In October, the market experienced price stability driven by modest demand from the automotive and construction sectors. The automotive industry, supported by steady demand for electric vehicles, helped maintain some price stability. However, inflationary pressures from neighbouring countries, particularly Belgium, raised concerns about potential dampening effects on demand, which could limit price increases.
In November, PMMA prices continued to decline as a result of weak demand and oversupply issues. The European market faced heightened competition from imported PMMA, particularly from China, which pressured domestic prices. Despite stable production and feedstock costs, the lack of substantial demand recovery led to price adjustments. Freight cost increases had minimal impact, failing to counterbalance the overall market weakness.
By December, the market was subdued, with demand from key sectors such as construction and automotive remaining sluggish. Seasonal destocking and continued economic uncertainties contributed to the continued downward pressure on PMMA prices across Europe. The outlook remained uncertain, with further price declines expected.
For the Quarter Ending September 2024
North America
The third quarter of 2024 has been a period of increasing prices for Poly Methyl Methacrylate (PMMA) in the North America region. The significant factors influencing market prices include supply constraints, limited material availability, and heightened demand from the downstream automotive and construction industries.
These factors have contributed to a tightening of supply and a subsequent uptrend in prices. Mexico, in particular, has experienced the most significant price changes, with a notable 22% increase from the same quarter last year. In Q3 2024, prices saw a 9% increase from the previous quarter, reflecting the continued upward trajectory.
The second half of the quarter showed a 7% price increase compared to the first half, indicating a strengthening pricing trend. Most market transactions had primarily occurred on a need-on-demand basis. Additionally, feedstock MMA provided adequate cost support for PMMA, with its prices being noted at the higher end in the domestic market, which resulted in an upward shift in PMMA price realization.
APAC
Poly Methyl Methacrylate (PMMA) prices in the APAC region during Q3 2024 have seen a significant uptrend, primarily driven by supply constraints and increased production costs. The tight supply of feedstock Methyl Methacrylate, coupled with limited inventories and reduced import offers, has led to a surge in PMMA prices across the region. This supply-demand imbalance has created a bullish market sentiment, with most market transactions being need-based. China, in particular, has experienced the maximum price changes, with PMMA prices steadily increasing throughout the quarter. The overall trend in the region has been one of consistent price hikes, reflecting a 30% increase from the same quarter last year. Additionally, there was a 13% increment from the previous quarter in 2024, indicating a sustained upward trajectory. The price comparison between the first and second half of the quarter showed a 10% rise, further emphasizing the strengthening pricing environment. Most market transactions were primarily conducted on a need-on-demand basis. Meanwhile, the supply of PMMA remained constrained, largely due to fewer import offers from the exporting market and reduced domestic operating rates, which drove up PMMA prices in the domestic market.
Europe
Poly Methyl Methacrylate (PMMA) prices in the Europe region for Q3 2024 have seen a significant uptrend, driven by various factors influencing market dynamics. Key reasons for the price increases include tight supply conditions, with low operating rates and reduced import offers from Asia impacting availability. The rise in feedstock Methyl Methacrylate prices has also contributed to the high production costs of PMMA, further pushing prices upwards. Demand from downstream industries like automotive and construction, while average, has played a role in supporting the price hikes. In Germany specifically, the market has experienced the most price changes, with a notable 11% increase from the previous quarter. Overall trends suggest a positive sentiment in pricing, with a 6% increase compared to the same quarter last year. The quarter saw consistent price growth, with an 11% change between the first and second halves. Even though demand for PMMA from downstream sectors like automotive, coatings, and construction had been slower than anticipated, spot market transactions were also low, with several buyers remaining on the sidelines.
FAQs
1) What is the current price of Poly Methyl Methacrylate?
As of June 2025, PMMA prices are USD 2470 per tonne in North America, USD 1643 per tonne in Europe, and USD 1980 per tonne in APAC.
2) Who are the top Poly Methyl Methacrylate producers in the United States?
Major PMMA producers in the U.S. include Lucite International, Mitsubishi Chemical, and Arkema.
3) What factors influence Poly Methyl Methacrylate prices?
Key factors include feedstock prices (MMA), demand from automotive, construction, and electronics sectors, and logistical challenges such as port congestion.
4) How is the demand for Poly Methyl Methacrylate expected to change in Q3 2025?
The demand outlook is mixed, with some growth expected from the automotive sector, but overall demand is expected to remain subdued due to weak export demand and logistical issues.
