Asia PE: LLDPE leads overall restrained market / Elevated costs support prices amid cautious buying / LLDPE strengthens as converters limit spot purchases

Nov 05, 2026

Asian polyethylene prices were mixed in the week to Nov. 4. Elevated feedstock, production and freight costs supported sellers’ price floors, but converters in China and Southeast Asia continued to buy hand-to-mouth, resisting higher offers to protect margins. LLDPE showed the clearest strength. Domestic China prices rose 150 yuan/metric ton to 10,550 yuan/mt ex- works east China, while CFR Southeast Asia and CFR Vietnam assessments each gained $20/mt, reaching $1,320/mt and $1,340/mt, respectively. CFR Far East Asia LLDPE held at $1,205/mt day over day but rose $5/mt over the week, though market sources saw scope for nearterm restocking. HDPE film assessments were stable across the reported import markets. Nov. 4 HDPE film at $1,180/mt CFR Far East Asia, $1,350/mt CFR Southeast Asia and $1,350/mt CFR Vietnam. Domestic China HDPE film...

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