Recycled HDPE Prices: India Market Update

India Recycled PE: Recycled HDPE stable on mixed demand / Monsoon not significantly impacting output / Regulatory uncertainty pressures demand somewhat

Jun 13, 2026

The Indian recycled high-density polyethylene non-food-grade market showed stability recently amid mixed demand. recycled HDPE black-colored deodorized pellets, which have a melt flow index between 0.3 and 0.7, at Rupees 86.50/kg Aug. 20, based on a sample size of 2.16 kg. Market players generally noted stable fundamentals, suggesting that the ongoing monsoon season and heavy rains in Maharashtra have not significantly impacted production or pricing. However, not everyone in the market shared this optimistic outlook, with a recycler noting a slight decrease in production due to perceived weak demand. Additionally, similar to the recycled PET markets, the recent allowance for a three-year deferral of minimum content legislation caused some reluctance among brand owners to adopt recycled materials, a source said. Persistent low prices of virgin materials further complicated this situation,...

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