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Asian Recycled HDPE: Prices rise on crude rally amid slow demand / Recycled HDPE prices climb $30/mt on crude / Order inquiries jump 20%-30% but deals remain limited / Converters stay cautious, buy only as needed

Aug 03, 2026

Asian recycled high-density polyethylene prices rose in the week to July 29, supported by a sharp increase in Brent futures the previous week. Asian recycled HDPE natural film pellets up $30/metric ton week over week at $850/metric ton FOB Southeast Asia July 29. Asian recycled HDPE black blow molding pellets up $30/mt week over week at $560/mt FOB Southeast Asia July 29. Recyclers across Asia said order inquiries increased amid the rise in Brent futures in the previous week, with one recycler in Singapore saying they received 20%- 30% more volume in order inquiries compared to the previous week. However, recyclers said deals remained limited, with the same recycler lowering prices to match buying ideas. Market participants also said converters across Southeast Asia remained cautious, buying only on an as-needed...

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