Linear Low Density Polyethylene Price Trend Q3 2025
In Q3 2025, the LLDPE price trend has been generally showing a downward movement across most major regions, with prices having been declining due to weaker demand in packaging and consumer goods. The LLDPE price trend has been influenced by a combination of factors, including softer procurement activities and a global economic slowdown.
Supply has remained stable, but the LLDPE price trend has indicated that demand has not been rising as expected, keeping prices on a downward path. A few regions have experienced slight upward movements, though these have been exceptions rather than the norm. Overall, the LLDPE price trend has reflected a global market that has been under pressure, with regions having shown consistent declines in prices driven by low industrial activity and cautious consumer sentiment.
Belgium
LLDPE Domestically Traded prices FD Antwerp, Belgium, Grade Butene Film FDA (MFI: 0.2-1).
In Belgium, LLDPE domestically traded prices have been seeing a decline of 4.6% in Q3 2025, with prices having been ranging between 1160–1180 USD. The LLDPE price trend in Belgium has been driven by low demand from packaging industries, which have been affected by global economic uncertainty. The LLDPE price trend has been showing a continuous downward movement as procurement activities have slowed.
Despite a stable supply, weak industrial demand has been keeping prices under pressure throughout the quarter. The LLDPE price trend in Belgium has mirrored broader European market challenges, where lower consumer confidence and slower-than-expected, economic recovery have led to a sustained period of price declines.
In September 2025, LLDPE prices in Belgium have decreased by 1.3%. Prices have weakened due to sluggish film-grade demand and reduced activity in the packaging sector. Producers have faced cost pressure from stable-to-lower Ethylene values, while inventories have remained ample across Northwest Europe. Limited export opportunities and competitive pricing from other regional suppliers have further weighed on market sentiment.
Brazil
LLDPE Imported prices CIF Santos, Brazil from USA, Grade Butene Film FDA (MFI: 1-2).
In Brazil, LLDPE imported prices have been showing a moderate decline of 3.8% in Q3 2025. The LLDPE price trend in Brazil has been impacted by weaker demand from packaging and consumer goods industries, leading to lower procurement from the domestic market. The LLDPE price trend in Brazil has reflected a market under pressure, where economic uncertainty and lower industrial output have been keeping prices on a steady decline.
Despite stable supply, the LLDPE price trend has continued downward, as local demand has not picked up significantly to counterbalance the pricing pressure. The price decline in Brazil has been in line with the broader regional trends seen in Latin America. In September 2025, LLDPE prices in Brazil decreased by 6.7%. Import prices in Brazil have declined sharply due to a surge in US-origin cargoes and weak downstream demand. With high resin inventories in the Americas and subdued consumption from film converters, sellers have been offering aggressive discounts to clear stocks.
Canada
LLDPE Imported prices CIF Montreal, Canada from USA, Grade Butene Film FDA (MFI: 1-2).
In Canada, LLDPE imported prices have been decreasing by 3.5% in Q3 2025. The LLDPE price trend in Canada has been following a similar pattern to other regions, driven by weaker demand from packaging and consumer industries. The LLDPE price trend has been showing a consistent decline, as the local market has not been seeing the usual demand increase. Economic uncertainty in North America has been contributing to the subdued demand, keeping procurement activities lower than expected.
The LLDPE price trend in Canada has been largely reflective of the broader North American market slowdown, where supply has remained stable, but lack of demand has led to a drop in prices. In September 2025, LLDPE prices in Canada decreased by 6.0%. The North American market has experienced a notable drop as weak film packaging demand has persisted. Sufficient stock availability and subdued consumption have led US producers to cut export offers. The slowdown in construction and consumer goods sectors has further limited downstream demand.
France
LLDPE Domestically Traded prices FD Le Havre, France, Grade Butene Film FDA (MFI: 0.2-1).
In France, LLDPE domestically traded prices have been falling by 4.9% in Q3 2025, showing a significant downward movement. The LLDPE price trend in France has been heavily influenced by low demand in the packaging and construction sectors. The LLDPE price trend has continued its decline throughout the quarter as supply has remained stable, but demand has not been rising as expected. The global economic slowdown has had a pronounced impact on the French market, where industrial activity has been slower than anticipated.
The LLDPE price trend has reflected this softer demand, with prices having been falling consistently as procurement activities have remained subdued in the region. In September 2025, LLDPE prices in France have decreased by 1.3%. Market prices have softened amid persistent demand weakness from packaging and agricultural film applications. Lower Crude Oil and Ethylene costs have reduced production expenses, encouraging suppliers to adjust offers downward. Ample material availability and limited export opportunities across Europe have further weighed on sentiment.
Germany
LLDPE Domestically Traded prices FD Hamburg, Germany, Grade Butene Film FDA (MFI: 0.2-1).
In Germany, LLDPE domestically traded prices have been showing a decline of 4.7% in Q3 2025. The LLDPE price trend in Germany has been shaped by low demand across key sectors such as packaging, food, and beverage. Despite stable supply, the LLDPE price trend has been under pressure from weak procurement activity, which has contributed to a moderate price decrease.
The LLDPE price trend in Germany has mirrored broader European trends, where economic uncertainty and a slowing recovery have been keeping demand and prices low. As a result, the LLDPE price trend in Germany has continued to show a steady decline throughout the quarter.
In September 2025, LLDPE prices in Germany have decreased by 1.4%. Prices have declined as demand from film packaging converters has remained tepid and downstream activity has slowed amid economic uncertainty. Ample supply and easing feedstock costs have contributed to the bearish tone. Buyers have been reluctant to build inventories given expectations of stable-to-lower prices ahead.
Italy
LLDPE Domestically Traded prices FD Genoa, Italy, Grade Butene Film FDA (MFI: 0.2-1).
In Italy, LLDPE domestically traded prices have been falling by 4.6% in Q3 2025, with the price trend having been showing a similar decline across Europe. The LLDPE price trend in Italy has been reflecting a decrease in demand from key industrial sectors such as packaging and automotive. The LLDPE price trend has been shaped by weak procurement activity and economic instability in the region. Despite steady supply, the market’s lack of demand has continued to push prices downward.
The LLDPE price trend in Italy has been consistent with broader European market conditions, where cautious consumer behaviour and industrial slowdowns have contributed to lower pricing. In September 2025, LLDPE prices in Italy have decreased by 1.3%.
The Italian market has mirrored the European trend of subdued demand and high availability. Film-grade consumption has stayed limited amid cautious converter activity and slowing exports. Stable energy costs and reduced feedstock values have kept production economics favourable, allowing sellers to cut offers slightly.
Mexico
LLDPE Imported prices CIF Manzanillo, Mexico from USA, Grade Butene Film FDA (MFI: 1-2).
In Mexico, LLDPE imported prices have been seeing a decrease of 4.3% in Q3 2025. The LLDPE price trend in Mexico has been influenced by low demand from the packaging and consumer goods sectors, which have been experiencing a slowdown. The LLDPE price trend has been consistent with broader trends in the Americas, where weak industrial activity and economic uncertainties have been limiting procurement.
Despite stable supply, the LLDPE price trend in Mexico has continued downward as demand from both domestic and export markets has remained low. This lack of purchasing activity has resulted in lower prices across the region, contributing to the overall negative price trend.
In September 2025, LLDPE prices in Mexico have decreased by 6.5%. Prices have dropped sharply due to excess US-origin cargoes entering the Mexican market and weak local consumption. Exporters have reduced offers to manage surplus inventories, while freight rates have stayed stable. Packaging converters have been operating at reduced capacities due to sluggish order inflows.
Saudi Arabia
LLDPE Export prices FOB Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Grade Butene Film FDA (MFI: 1-2).
In Saudi Arabia, LLDPE export prices have been declining by 1.7% in Q3 2025. The LLDPE price trend in Saudi Arabia has been influenced by weaker demand from regional markets, particularly in the packaging and construction sectors. The LLDPE price trend has been showing a moderate decrease as procurement activity has remained sluggish. While supply has been steady, the lack of strong demand from key export markets has been keeping prices under pressure.
The LLDPE price trend in Saudi Arabia has been a bit less severe than in other regions, reflecting a relatively stable supply-demand balance but still indicative of the global market’s slow recovery. In September 2025, LLDPE prices in Saudi Arabia have decreased by 1.1%. Prices have edged down amid stable feedstock Ethylene costs and weaker export demand from Asia.
Ample production and steady plant operations have kept the Middle East market adequately supplied. Buyers in key importing regions have remained cautious, reducing fresh orders. Overall sentiment has been steady but slightly bearish due to limited regional movement.
USA
LLDPE Export prices FOB Houston, USA, Grade – Butene Film FDA (MFI: 1-2).
According to the PriceWatch, in the USA, LLDPE export prices have been dropping by 4.6% in Q3 2025. The LLDPE price trend in the USA has been following a broader global trend, as weak demand from packaging and industrial sectors has led to lower procurement. The LLDPE price trend in the USA has reflected a market where industrial activity has been slower than expected, despite steady supply levels.
The LLDPE price trend has continued downward as global economic conditions have been influencing procurement decisions and keeping prices lower than expected. Overall, the LLDPE price trend in the USA has shown consistent downward movement, driven by cautious market sentiment and weak demand.
In September 2025, LLDPE prices in the US have decreased by 6.8%. The US market has faced significant downward pressure amid oversupply and weak packaging sector demand. Domestic inventories have remained high as export volumes have declined due to competitive global offers. Lower feedstock Ethylene prices and steady plant operations have allowed producers to cut export prices aggressively.
China
LLDPE Domestically Traded prices Ex-Shanghai, China, Grade Butene Film FDA (MFI: 1-2).
According to the PriceWatch, in China, LLDPE domestically traded prices have been showing a slight increase of 0.4% in Q3 2025, bucking the overall negative trend. The LLDPE price trend in China has been somewhat more stable compared to other regions, where demand from packaging industries has been slightly more resilient.
In September 2025, LLDPE prices in China has shown a small uptick, as local supply and demand conditions have been somewhat balanced. However, the LLDPE price trend has remained cautious, reflecting a global slowdown. The increase in China has been modest, indicating that while supply has remained stable, procurement activities have not been seeing significant growth.
