U.S. benchmark and international crude benchmarks both fell as investors took profits following prior gains on the announcement of sweeping new U.S. sanctions targeting Iran. The 'Operation Economic Outcast' campaign imposes global sanctions with no exemption for China, creating uncertainty around Iranian oil flows. Prices remain volatile as markets assess whether the sanctions will successfully isolate Iran's energy sector or be circumvented.
Crude oil futures firmed amid firm spot demand, with both major global benchmarks edging higher in trade. Increased positioning by market participants reflected continued underlying demand support.
| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) | China | FOB | USD 652.14/MT | July 2026 |
| Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) | USA | CIF | USD 839.00/MT | July 2026 |
| Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) | Germany | CIF | USD 786.00/MT | July 2026 |
| Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) | India | CIF | USD 759.00/MT | July 2026 |
| Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) | Japan | CIF | USD 685.00/MT | July 2026 |
| Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) | China | FOB | USD 669.21/MT | June 2026 |
| Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) | USA | CIF | USD 824.20/MT | June 2026 |
| Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) | Germany | CIF | USD 790.20/MT | June 2026 |
| Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) | India | CIF | USD 757.20/MT | June 2026 |
| Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) | Japan | CIF | USD 702.20/MT | June 2026 |
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Asia
In China, the prices of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) were ~USD 735/MT in April and ~USD 669/MT in June, showing a ~9% decrease. The market remained under pressure due to weak construction demand, high inventories and cautious downstream procurement. China’s real estate development investment declined 13.7% year over year during January-April 2026, reducing demand for PVC pipes, profiles, flooring and other construction-related products. Maintenance activities and lower operating rates provided temporary support, but weaker exports after March reduced an important outlet for excess supply.
Europe
In Germany, the prices of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) were ~USD 861/MT in April and ~USD 790/MT in June, showing a ~8.3% decrease. European PVC markets faced weaker demand despite relatively stable chlorine availability. European chlorine production reached 629,642 MT in April, increasing 3.9% month on month, which reduced the possibility of supply-driven cost increases. However, slower construction activity and cautious purchasing from downstream converters limited market improvement. Demand from pipes, profiles and building materials remained restrained as buyers focused on managing inventories.
North America
In the United States, the prices of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) were ~USD 822/MT in April and ~USD 824/MT in June, showing a marginal increase. The market remained more stable than Asia and Europe due to balanced supply conditions and steady construction-related demand. However, broader PVC demand growth remained limited as buyers maintained controlled procurement. Supply availability and regional market balance prevented major price fluctuations during the quarter.
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According to Procurement Resource, PVC prices are expected to remain stable to soft as inventory levels, construction activity and downstream demand recovery continue to influence market direction.
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Asia
PVC prices in Asia moved upward in Q1’26, led by China’s stronger export activity, improving overseas demand, and higher freight risk. The prices were ~4.63 RMB/kg (Spot FD) in January and ~5.60 RMB/kg (Spot FD) in March. Last quarter prices were ~7.55% lower than Q1’26 prices, while prices increased by ~20.90% from January to March. The market was relatively cautious early in the quarter due to slow construction demand and sufficient domestic supply. However, sentiment improved from February as downstream buyers resumed procurement and export orders strengthened. However, logistical disruptions amid the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz resulted in higher freight and insurance costs, tightening supply and pulling prices higher by the end if the quarter. Meanwhile, India’s DGTR launched a countervailing duty investigation into Chinese PVC suspension resin imports after domestic producers alleged unfair government subsidies harming the local industry. Chinese PVC accounted for nearly 47% of India’s total PVC suspension resin imports in 2025, while traders adopted a cautious wait-and-watch approach amid potential retrospective duties.
Europe
PVC prices in Europe followed a firm upward trend in Q1’26 as energy-intensive production faced higher feedstock and utility costs after the Middle East disruption. Shipping delays and higher insurance costs raised import replacement costs, while local producers lifted offers to protect margins. Demand from construction stayed weak, limiting sharper gains, as euro area construction output fell 0.2% month-on-month in February 2026.
North America
PVC prices in North America remained stable early in Q1’26 and firmed toward the quarter close as higher freight, energy, and export replacement costs supported sentiment. Domestic supply reduced direct exposure to Hormuz-linked disruption, but export demand and construction-related consumption kept the market supported. U.S. construction spending remained the key demand indicator for PVC pipes, fittings, and building materials.
PVC or Poly Vinyl Chloride is a thermoplastic polymer that is also a synthetic resin. Owing to its versatile nature, PVC has become one of the most widely used polymers in the world. It is known to be chemically resistant to several materials such as acids, salts and fats. It is produced by a process called polymerisation. It is used in plethora of places like water pipes, electronics, packaging, etc. PVC is the third-most widely manufactured synthetic plastic polymer worldwide.
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9002-86-2, poly(1-chloroethylene), Polychloroethylene
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The initial step of polymerisation includes liquefying and putting pressure on raw VCM material. After that, it is processed in a polymerisation reactor, where it meets water and suspending agents. Then, it is fed into another reactor, where PVC is manufactured at 40 – 60°C. PVC obtained upon the completion of process is suspended in water as particles of 50~200 μm diameter and that too in slurry form.
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