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Asian R—PET: Prices rise amid virgin gains, market uncertainty / Asian R-PET prices rise $5/mt WOW / Virgin price gains boost R-PET inquiries / High freight costs limit export demand

Jul 25, 2026

Asian recycled polyethylene terephthalate prices remained fairly stable in the week to July 22 amid rising virgin prices and mixed market sentiment. R-PET clear flakes FOB Southeast Asia up $5/ metric ton week over week at $850/mt on July 22. R-PET clear flakes premium grade FOB Southeast Asia up $5/mt week over week at $880/mt on July 22. R-PET food-grade pellets FOB Southeast Asia up $5/mt week over week at $1,265/mt on July 22. A Malaysian recycler observed an increase in inquiries during the week due to rising virgin prices but had reduced offer levels since last month due to softening bale prices in Malaysia. R-PET price hikes also remain muted, as virgin prices have shown limited movement. “Virgin prices are not increasing significantly, so most buyers are sticking to...

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