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Linear Low-Density Polyethene (LLDPE) Price Trend Analysis 2026: Market Insights, Historical Prices, Supply Demand Analysis, Latest News & Price Drivers
Written ByPragati Agarwal
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LLDPE Price Trend Q2 2026
| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LLDPE | China | FOB | USD 1,182.73/MT | June 2026 |
| LLDPE | India | CIF | USD 1,270.72/MT | June 2026 |
| LLDPE | USA | CIF | USD 1,337.72/MT | June 2026 |
| LLDPE | Brazil | CIF | USD 1,354.72/MT | June 2026 |
| LLDPE | Canada | CIF | USD 1,332.72/MT | June 2026 |
| LLDPE | China | FOB | USD 1,236.80/MT | May 2026 |
| LLDPE | India | CIF | USD 1,304.34/MT | May 2026 |
| LLDPE | USA | CIF | USD 1,356.19/MT | May 2026 |
| LLDPE | Brazil | CIF | USD 1,369.00/MT | May 2026 |
| LLDPE | Canada | CIF | USD 1,356.19/MT | May 2026 |
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- Global LLDPE prices showed regional differences in Q2’26, with Asia weakening due to supply pressure, while Europe and North America faced early-quarter cost-driven increases.
- Feedstock movements influenced pricing as crude oil, naphtha and ethylene costs shifted across regions.
- Downstream demand remained mixed, with packaging providing stability while agricultural films and construction-related applications weakened.
Asia
In Q2’26, LLDPE prices in China declined to ~RMB 8.54/kg in April and ~RMB 8.37/kg in May, showing a ~2.0% decrease. The market initially received support from plant maintenance, lower inventories and higher crude-linked costs, but prices weakened as production resumed, new capacity increased availability and imported cargoes entered the market. Supply remained comfortable despite maintenance-related output reductions, while buyers continued purchasing mainly for immediate requirements. Seasonal weakness in agricultural film demand was the major demand pressure, as mulching-film demand ended and greenhouse-film orders declined. Packaging film and injection-moulding demand remained relatively stable but were insufficient to offset weaker agricultural consumption. Toward the end of the quarter, lower crude oil prices, higher operating rates and increased supply availability further pressured prices.
Europe
European LLDPE markets experienced strong upward movement early in Q2 due to higher ethylene costs, limited availability and elevated crude-linked feedstock expenses. Supply disruptions in international markets encouraged converters to secure material, supporting higher polyethylene prices. However, demand weakened after advance purchasing, while improving imports and lower feedstock costs reduced price pressure later in the quarter. Lower ethylene costs entering June further pressured polyethylene prices. Construction-related demand remained weak, affecting applications such as films, waterproofing membranes and protective materials. Infrastructure activity provided some support through demand for specialised films and geomembranes, but overall consumption remained cautious.
North America
LLDPE prices in the United States increased to ~USD 1,337.00/MT in April and ~USD 1,356.19/MT in the following month, showing a slight increase. Initially, the market was supported by producer price increases, stronger export demand and tighter regional availability following global supply disruptions. Higher export requirements reduced domestic availability and supported supplier pricing despite steady domestic consumption. Packaging applications continued to provide a stable demand base, while higher resin prices pressured converter margins. However, construction-related demand offered less support, along with moderate manufacturing activity and softer consumer-goods output limited stronger growth.
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According to Procurement Resource, LLDPE prices are expected to remain influenced by crude and ethylene movements, inventory levels and export demand, with regional supply conditions determining price direction.
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- Global LLDPE prices increased during Q1 2026, with strength in January, weakness in February, and a sharper recovery in March as cost and supply pressures intensified.
- Feedstock-related cost support remained firm throughout the quarter, while import delays and tighter regional availability supported market sentiment.
- Downstream demand was uneven, as holiday-related weakness in February was followed by a gradual recovery in the packaging and agricultural film sectors.
Asia
The Asian LLDPE market followed a fluctuating trend during Q1 2026, with prices rising in January, softening in February, and rebounding strongly in March. In China, prices were approximately RMB 6.72/kg (Spot) in January and around RMB 8.23/kg in March, reflecting an increase of about 23.84% over the quarter. January gains were supported by firm cost conditions and expectations of tighter imports. In February, the market weakened due to the Lunar New Year holiday, reduced downstream operating rates, weak procurement activity, and inventory accumulation. In March, prices rose again as plant maintenance, delayed imports, and stronger cost pressure tightened supply. Post-holiday restocking and the seasonal recovery in packaging and agricultural film demand also supported the market. In Thailand, prices were approximately THB 25.68/kg (CFR) in January and around THB 30.79/kg in March, representing an increase of about 16.46%. The rise was mainly driven by higher import costs, constrained regional supply, and logistics disruptions affecting cargo arrivals.
Europe
In the first quarter of 2026, the market for LLDPE in Europe saw an upward trend. While prices were close to EUR 0.78/kg (FOB NWE) in January, they reached EUR 0.88/kg in March, indicating a rise of approximately 11.54%. The market experienced an uptrend amid higher energy and raw material costs and also due to low supply as a result of transport disruption and lower imports, even as weak industry demand and prudent buying kept price growth steady.
North America
In Q1 2026, the LLDPE market in North America stayed strong and consistent with the overall cost-based market trends witnessed globally. Higher production costs and the global supply concerns underpinned the market, whereas domestic supply and packaging & industrial demand maintained market stability. Buyers remained cautious and focused on short-term purchasing.
About LLDPE
LLDPE is a linear polymer of polyethene with low levels of branching. It is formed by the copolymerization of ethylene with long-chained olefins like hexene or octene. LDPE (Low-density polyethene) is often recycled to create LLDPE. Owing to its high tensile strength, high impact resistance and excellent flexibility, it has a wide range of industrial applications.
Linear Low-Density Polyethene (LLDPE) Product Detail
Hs Code
390110
Cas Number
25087-34-7
Industrial Uses
Pond Liners, Plastic Sheeting, Geomembranes, Flexible Tubules, Flooring
Synonyms
Linear Low-Density Polyethene
Supplier Database
Exxon Mobil, The Dow Chemical Company, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC, MMC chemicals, Westlake Chemical
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Asia Pacific
China, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, Iran, Thailand, South Korea, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Nepal, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, UAE, Israel, Hongkong, Singapore, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, Australia, and New Zealand
Europe
Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy,Spain, Russia, Turkey, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Belgium, Austria, Ireland Switzerland, Norway, Denmark, Romania, Finland, Czech Republic, Portugal and Greece
North America
United States and Canada
Latin America
Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Columbia, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru
Africa
South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, Algeria, Morocco
CurrencyUS$ (Data can also be provided in local currency)
Supplier Database AvailabilityYes
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LLDPE Production Processes
- Production of LLDPE from Copolymerization
Three major types of low-pressure technologies are employed for LLDPE production: slurry, solution, and gas-phase processes. LLDPE is made by copolymerization of ethylene with alpha-olefins using Ziegler-Natta catalysts. Usually, octene is used as the comonomer in the gaseous phase, while butene or hexene is used in the gaseous phase copolymerization.
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