For the Quarter Ending March 2026
Recycled High Density Polyethylene Prices in North America
- In the USA, the Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Price Index rose by 6.45% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting tighter bale availability.
- The average Recycled High-Density Polyethylene price for the quarter was approximately USD 2328.33/MT, reported on an ex-works basis.
- Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Spot Price momentum tightened in March as prompt truckload offers increased amid lean feedstock.
- Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Price Forecast indicates near-term firmness driven by continued mandate-driven procurement and constrained inputs.
- Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Production Cost Trend rose as higher trucking and processing expenses pushed recyclers' marginal costs upward.
- Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Demand Outlook remains supportive because packaging mandates and converter restocking sustain consistent offtake.
- Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Price Index gains were amplified by tightening inventories and limited export relief from Canada and Mexico.
- Major reclaimers operated near-normal utilisation, constraining incremental supply despite broadly steady plant run-rates across the Midwest.
Why did the price of Recycled High-Density Polyethylene change in March 2026 in North America?
- Reduced post-consumer bottle-bale yields tightened feedstock, directly reducing pellet availability and pressuring spot markets in March.
- Higher long-haul trucking costs and processing surcharges raised recyclers' marginal costs, contributing to upward ex-works pressure.
- Mandate-driven procurement by packaging converters increased demand concentration, accelerating competition for FDA-approved natural pellets in March.
Recycled High Density Polyethylene Prices in APAC
- In China, the Recycled-High Density Polyethylene Price Index rose by 1.59% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting stronger demand.
- The average Recycled-High Density Polyethylene price for the quarter was approximately USD 701.00/MT, FOB Tianjin.
- Balanced inventories and steady operating rates kept the R-HDPE Spot Price range-bound despite export demand.
- Analysts adjusted the R-HDPE Price Forecast upward reflecting tighter bale supply and stronger packaging pull.
- Electricity stability offset higher bale procurement costs in the R-HDPE Production Cost Trend during March.
- Sustained recycled-content mandates shape the R-HDPE Demand Outlook, reinforcing steady converter procurement through March period.
- The R-HDPE Price Index registered weekly gains as exporters prioritized shipments amid tightening bale availability.
- Export flows and disciplined inventory management amplified price momentum, constraining spot availability for regional buyers.
Why did the price of Recycled-High Density Polyethylene change in March 2026 in APAC?
- Post-Lunar New Year bale shortages tightened supply and pressured recyclers to raise offers for feedstock.
- Brand-owner procurement increased, amplifying export enquiries and lifting near-term demand for recycled packaging resins regionally.
- Regulatory enforcement and plant audits reduced operating rates, tightening pellet output and supporting higher offers.
Recycled High Density Polyethylene Prices in Europe
- In Germany, the Recycled High Density Polyethylene Price Index rose by 1.88% quarter-over-quarter, driven by modest tightening.
- The average Recycled High Density Polyethylene price for the quarter was approximately USD 1297.67/MT, FOB.
- Recycled High Density Polyethylene Spot Price firmed as moisture-damaged bales reduced yields and raised prompt tightness.
- Recycled High Density Polyethylene Price Forecast indicates near-term firmness as compliance buying and higher processing costs persist.
- Recycled High Density Polyethylene Production Cost Trend rose on higher electricity and gas benchmarks increasing conversion expenses.
- Recycled High Density Polyethylene Demand Outlook remains constructive due to recycled-content mandates and accelerated brand procurement requirements.
- Recycled High Density Polyethylene Price Index shows bullish momentum as converters frontload purchases and contract volumes expand.
- Inventory draws at Hamburg ports and certified-lot prioritisation by recyclers limited spot availability, supporting firmer offers.
Why did the price of Recycled High Density Polyethylene change in March 2026 in Europe?
- Tighter feedstock availability from moisture contamination reduced pellet yields, lifting prompt scarcity and increasing purchase urgency.
- Rising electricity and gas benchmarks elevated conversion costs, prompting recyclers to raise offers to protect margins.
- Policy and brand recycled-content mandates accelerated compliance buying, absorbing production and tightening German domestic market availability.
Recycled High Density Polyethylene Prices in MEA
- In Saudi Arabia, the High Density Polyethylene Price Index rose by 4.67% quarter-over-quarter, supporting markets.
- The average High Density Polyethylene price for the quarter was approximately USD 754.67/MT, per assessments.
- High Density Polyethylene Spot Price gained during March, lifting the Price Index amid constrained availability.
- High Density Polyethylene Price Forecast signals firmness as Ramadan procurement and infrastructure orders support demand.
- High Density Polyethylene Production Cost Trend stayed stable with limited feedstock and energy cost volatility.
- High Density Polyethylene Demand Outlook improved as packaging buyers increased orders, tightening the Price Index.
- Inventory buffers in converters limited volatility, though export interest and logistics influenced the Price Index.
- Recycler operating rates near capacity constrained prompt availability, tightening High Density Polyethylene Spot Price domestically.
Why did the price of High Density Polyethylene change in March 2026 in MEA?
- Tight domestic recycling availability and stronger packaging demand in Saudi Arabia tightened supply, lifting spot Price Index sharply.
- Improved import offers and logistical normalization increased landed costs and accelerated buying, amplifying High Density Polyethylene price momentum.
- Stable energy tariffs limited production cost shocks, while policy and procurement ahead of Ramadan supported sustained demand.
For the Quarter Ending December 2025
Recycled High Density Polyethylene Prices in North America
- In USA, the Recycled High Density Polyethylene Price Index fell by 10.4% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting weaker procurement.
- The average Recycled High Density Polyethylene price for the quarter was approximately USD 2187.33/MT, per sources.
- Feedstock scarcity tightened Recycled High Density Polyethylene Spot Price, supporting firmer transactions despite subdued conversion demand.
- Stable energy moderated Recycled High Density Polyethylene Production Cost Trend, limiting sharp input-driven increases for recyclers.
- Recycled High Density Polyethylene Demand Outlook improved for packaging, while automotive and construction demand remained constrained.
- Modest US buying and exports shaped the Recycled High Density Polyethylene Price Forecast, suggesting limited upside.
- Low finished-pellet inventories and export interest supported the Recycled High Density Polyethylene Price Index amid procurement.
- Reclaimers adjusted runs to manage bales while logistics remained stable, limiting Recycled High Density Polyethylene volatility.
Why did the price of Recycled High Density Polyethylene change in December 2025 in North America?
- Balanced bale collections versus regulatory packaging demand created upward pressure, offset by weak automotive procurement.
- Stable energy and feedstock costs limited production-cost shocks, while logistics remained uninterrupted, supporting price stability.
- Front-loaded year-end purchases and restrained spot buying curbed demand, prompting price rolls instead of hikes.
Recycled High Density Polyethylene Prices in APAC
- In China, the Recycled High Density Polyethylene Price Index fell by 4.915% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting inventory overhang.
- The average Recycled High Density Polyethylene price for the quarter was approximately USD 690.00/MT reported.
- Domestic Recycled High Density Polyethylene Spot Price showed balanced trading amid mixed converter demand and steady bale inflows.
- Recycled High Density Polyethylene Price Forecast indicates moderate near-term softness followed by possible spring restocking-driven improvement.
- Recycled High Density Polyethylene Production Cost Trend stayed contained as electricity tariffs and conversion margins remained predictable.
- Recycled High Density Polyethylene Demand Outlook remains underpinned by packaging sustainability mandates despite weaker automotive and construction consumption.
- Recycled High Density Polyethylene Price Index weakness reflected cheaper bale feedstock, elevated inventories and subdued export enquiries.
- Operational stability among recyclers limited major outages, yet surplus volumes and competitive virgin HDPE offers pressured pricing.
Why did the price of Recycled High Density Polyethylene change in December 2025 in APAC?
- Adequate bale availability raised supply while converters drew down inventories, reducing spot demand and pricing.
- Stable electricity tariffs limited conversion cost inflation, preventing feedstock cost pass-through to recycled resin prices.
- Muted export demand and tariff uncertainty reduced overseas offtake, sustaining inventory overhang and limiting recovery.
Recycled High Density Polyethylene Prices in Europe
- In Germany, the Recycled-High-Density-Polyethylene Price Index fell by 2.28% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting muted industrial demand.
- The average Recycled-High-Density-Polyethylene price for the quarter was approximately USD 1273.67/MT, reported by sources.
- German markets showed stabilisation in the Recycled-High-Density-Polyethylene Spot Price amid balanced feedstock and converter interest.
- Recycled-High-Density-Polyethylene Production Cost Trend eased as bale availability improved, though energy expenses limited margin recovery.
- Recycled-High-Density-Polyethylene Demand Outlook remained subdued with packaging demand offset by weak automotive and industrial offtake.
- Recycled-High-Density-Polyethylene Price Forecast anticipates declines into next quarter, constrained by elevated inventories and cautious buyers.
- Inventory overhang weighed on the Recycled-High-Density-Polyethylene Price Index, pressuring seller discipline and prompting selective discounting.
- Port congestion and competitive Eastern imports moderated domestic pricing power, limiting any rebound in Recycled-High-Density-Polyethylene markets.
Why did the price of Recycled-High-Density-Polyethylene change in December 2025 in Europe?
- Improved bale collections increased feedstock supply, adding inventory and reducing upward pressure on recycled resin prices.
- Weak industrial demand, notably automotive and construction softness, lowered spot buying and constrained domestic offtake for recyclers.
- Stable but high energy costs and competitive Eastern imports limited recyclers' pricing power, encouraging conservative seller offers.
MEA
- In Saudi Arabia, the Recycled-High Density Polyethylene Price Index rose by 1.12% quarter-over-quarter, stable supply.
- The average Recycled-High Density Polyethylene price for the quarter was approximately USD 721.00/MT, Riyadh-sourced assessment.
- Recycled-High Density Polyethylene Spot Price remained subdued December due to comfortable inventories and muted buying.
- Recycled-High Density Polyethylene Price Forecast suggests limited upside short-term as exporters delay purchases and restocking.
- Recycled-High Density Polyethylene Production Cost Trend was stable as feedstock supply remained steady and predictable.
- Recycled-High Density Polyethylene Demand Outlook remains steady, supported by packaging and construction, despite cautious buyers.
- Recycled-High Density Polyethylene Price Index showed muted movement; logistical stability and steady imports anchored costs.
- Domestic recyclers sustained high run-rates, maintaining ample inventories while exporters postponed purchases, softening price momentum.
Why did the price of Recycled-High Density Polyethylene change in December 2025 in MEA?
- Sustained recycler output and import inflows increased supply, keeping spot availability comfortable and prices restrained.
- Stable feedstock collection contained production costs, limiting pass-through and reducing converters' urgency to restock material.
- Smooth freight and port operations ensured timely deliveries, preventing supply disruptions that would lift prices.
For the Quarter Ending September 2025
North America
- In USA, the Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Price Index fell by 19.63% quarter-over-quarter, oversupply prevailed.
- The average Recycled High-Density Polyethylene price for the quarter was approximately USD 2441.33/MT.
- Domestic Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Spot Price softened amid ample bale supply and converter procurement.
- Feedstock availability kept the Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Production Cost Trend muted, limiting upward pressure.
- Export constraints and port congestion pressured flows, impacting Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Spot Price, inventories.
- Macro uncertainty kept the Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Price Index vulnerable, prompting discounts and selling.
Why did the price of Recycled High-Density Polyethylene change in September 2025 in North America?
- Sustained bale and feedstock abundance increased supply, overwhelming moderate downstream demand and pressuring prices lower.
- Stable energy costs limited conversion cost inflation, reducing upward pressure despite tightness in bottle-grade feedstock.
- Logistics disruptions and narrower export arbitrage reduced overseas demand, keeping volumes domestic and inventory overhang.
APAC
- In China, the Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Price Index rose 4.9% quarter-over-quarter, supported by the packaging sector.
- The average Recycled High-Density Polyethylene price for the quarter was approximately USD 725.67/MT.
- Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Spot Price held rangebound as recyclers balanced output with converter procurement.
- Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Production Cost Trend eased as lower feedstock costs reduced recycler margins.
- Elevated inventory levels pressured the Price Index, encouraging selective producer output adjustments and stock clearances.
- Export demand to Southeast Asia supported prices while recyclers reported stable operations and limited outages.
Why did the price of Recycled High-Density Polyethylene change in September 2025 in APAC?
- Restocking completion left elevated inventories, significantly reducing immediate buying and pressuring domestic spot availability.
- Lower feedstock costs eased production costs but encouraged competitive offers, limiting upward pricing momentum.
- Logistics normalization improved import availability while stable plant operations maintained supply, capping price gains.
Europe
- In Germany, the Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Price Index rose by 1.82% quarter-over-quarter, driven by restocking.
- The average Recycled High-Density Polyethylene price for the quarter was approximately USD 1303.33/MT.
- Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Spot Price firmed in September amid tighter pellet yields and regulatory procurement.
- Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Production Cost Trend softened as feedstock availability improved despite higher power expenses.
- Inventory builds and competitive virgin resin offers constrained Price Index despite episodic pellet supply disruptions.
- Major recyclers maintained steady runs while export interest from Southeast Asia supported spot market clearances
Why did the price of Recycled High-Density Polyethylene change in September 2025 in Europe?
- Surge in bale generation widened feedstock availability, increasing pellet supply and pressuring spot prices lower.
- Elevated power costs squeezed recycler margins, limiting run-rate increases despite feedstock abundance and logistics easing.
- Regulatory recycled-content mandates and construction project orders intermittently supported demand, causing late September price uptick.
MEA
- In Saudi Arabia, the Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Price Index fell by 1.52% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting weaker demand.
- The average Recycled High-Density Polyethylene price for the quarter was approximately USD 713/MT, based on spot transactions.
- Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Spot Price firmed late August then corrected in September as bale availability fluctuated.
- Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Production Cost Trend eased on lower scrap input costs and stable energy tariffs.
- Recycled High-Density Polyethylene Price Index showed narrow weekly volatility, supported by steady converter buying and balanced supply.
Why did the price of Recycled High-Density Polyethylene change in September 2025 in MEA?
- Collection constraints and contamination rejections reduced usable bales, tightening High Density Polyethylene availability and margins.
- Seasonal construction lull reduced pipe-grade offtake while packaging restocking partially offset net demand weakness during quarter.
- Lower scrap input costs and stable energy tariffs eased production cost pressures, restraining further Recycled High-Density Polyethylene price increases.
For the Quarter Ending June 2025
North America
- The R-HDPE Spot Price in the USA remained stable throughout Q2 2025, with the Price Index showing minimal movement.
- April began with flat pricing amid steady bale supply and consistent demand from piping and packaging applications.
- In May, prices remained unchanged due to balanced procurement from rigid container manufacturers and sufficient recycling throughput.
- June followed a similar trend as production costs stayed in check, and downstream offtake remained moderate.
- The R-HDPE Production Cost Trend was largely neutral, supported by steady bale collection volumes and favourable energy rates across key states.
- No significant feedstock disruptions were reported during the quarter.
- The R-HDPE Demand Outlook stayed cautiously optimistic with regular procurement from packaging and industrial containers.
Why did R-HDPE prices in North America change in July 2025?
- The Price Index in July 2025 saw a slight upward movement driven by restocking from end-users and increasing inquiries from injection moulding sectors.
- The Q3 R-HDPE Price Forecast indicates a stable trend, backed by strong packaging demand and steady domestic bale collection.
APAC
- The R-HDPE Spot Price in Japan recorded minor gains in Q2 2025, with the Price Index reflecting a gradual rise across the quarter.
- In April, moderate feedstock cost reductions allowed recyclers to maintain competitive offers, encouraging steady purchases from rigid packaging users.
- May observed slight upward momentum due to tighter bale availability and steady offtake from consumer goods manufacturers.
- By June, prices remained elevated but stable as strong demand met with restricted input volumes from MRFs (Material Recovery Facilities).
- The R-HDPE Production Cost Trend rose slightly in Q2 due to higher transportation costs and labour shortages in collection operations.
- The R-HDPE Demand Outlook was positive, driven by demand for blow-moulded containers and industrial packaging.
Why did R-HDPE prices in APAC remain stable in July 2025?
- In July 2025, the Price Index held steady as supply constraints and consistent demand from rigid packaging balanced the market.
- The Q3 R-HDPE Price Forecast suggests stable prices, supported by seasonal demand, limited bale supply, and regulatory compliance.
Europe
- The R-HDPE Spot Price in Germany saw a slight decline through Q2 2025, with the Price Index trending downward due to soft demand and increased imports.
- In April, prices held steady, but by May, demand began to dip as macroeconomic headwinds and reduced restocking by rigid packaging companies set in.
- June followed with another mild drop in prices due to weakened downstream confidence and high inventory levels.
- The R-HDPE Production Cost Trend stayed relatively flat, although recyclers faced margin pressure as downstream converters negotiated lower prices.
- The R-HDPE Demand Outlook was subdued during the quarter, with weak activity from packaging and automotive segments.
- A surge in imported recycled granules from Eastern Europe further intensified price competition.
Why did R-HDPE prices in Europe remain stable in July 2025?
- The Price Index remained unchanged in July 2025, with most buyers continuing short-term orders and recyclers adjusting operations cautiously.
- The Q3 R-HDPE Price Forecast indicates a slight rebound, as regulatory buying and export interest begin to recover gradually.
MEA
- The R-HDPE Spot Price in Saudi Arabia remained largely unchanged throughout Q2 2025, with the Price Index showing no significant shifts.
- April’s price levels were supported by stable output and balanced demand from container and pipe manufacturers.
- May and June continued this trend, with no major feedstock or transportation constraints impacting production.
- The R-HDPE Production Cost Trend was stable as local feedstock streams and plant utilization remained consistent.
- The impact of external factors like crude price volatility was minimal during this period.
- The R-HDPE Demand Outlook remained constant, supported by steady orders from rigid packaging, plastic drums, and agricultural piping segments.
- However, no significant export momentum was recorded due to regional logistical constraints.
Why did R-HDPE prices in MEA remain flat in July 2025?
- The Price Index stayed flat in July 2025 amid consistent offtake from domestic blow-moulding and industrial packaging sectors.
- The Q3 R-HDPE Price Forecast suggests moderate recovery due to government procurement cycles and increased infrastructure-related plastic demand.
