Asian Polyoxymethylene: Prices stable as buyers resist sellers’ price hikes / CIF China POM holds steady at $1,445/mt / Methanol costs remain elevated, squeezing margins

Oct 29, 2026

Asian polyoxymethylene prices were unchanged in the week to Oct. 28, as sellers’ price hikes were met with resistance from buyers. CIF China POM prices unchanged week over week at $1,445/metric ton on Oct. 28, below offers heard stable at $1,450/mt and $1,488/mt. "Prices have basically remained steady this week," a UNV2- based trader said. "We’re maintaining our prices as the market is also generally stable," a second trader said, adding that "demand has dropped a little, but I think production will also slow down as we approach the year-end." A Northeast Asian producer said they were increasing prices by $50-$100/mt and said that other producers will follow suit soon. However, the producer admitted that such price hikes face resistance from buyers. "We are unable to pass on the full...

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