As reported in Business Indonesia, the removal of tariffs on linear low-density polyethylene, HDPE, and polypropylene began in May 2026 and is to extend for six month. The removal of these duties, and also from LPG imports, was intended to reduce prices along the packaging chain.
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India and Thailand, Both Large Polyolefin Importers, had Higher Volumes YTD Despite Reduced Middle East Supply
The conflict in the Middle East has shifted trade flows between regions. For India and Thailand, the shortfall from the Middle East was offset by increased supplies from Asia-Pacific, and, for polyethylene, also North America.
Continue readingSharp Drop in Global Trade Volume Projected for September 2026 YTD for Methanol, Ethylene Glycol, and Anhydrous Ammonia
ITP projects global trade volume for these products, heavily sourced from the Middle East, down by 13-22%. The drop in volume, plus shifts in regional trade flows and high prices for transportation fuel have had a major impact on shipping rates.
Continue readingGlobal Trade Volume for Ethylene Monomer, Polyethylene, and Recyclable Polyethylene is Projected Down by 5-15% Through September 2026
The conflict in the Middle East has resulted in lower trade volume along the entire chain, impacting shipping and shifting trade flows between regions.
Continue readingUS Exports of Polyethylene Slowed Across Q2, Picking up Slightly in July (YTD, 8.8 Million Tons, Down 3%); Steep Decline in the Average Price vs. June (to $1244/ton, Down ~$200/ton)
US exports YTD to Europe, Africa, and Canada were up; shipments to Latin America and Asia-Pacific fell.
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