Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Price Trend Q3 2025
In Q3 2025, the PBT price trend has been showing a mixed performance across regions, with most markets having been experiencing downward pressure. The PBT price trend has generally been declining, as demand from key sectors such as automotive and electronics has remained relatively weak.
The PBT price trend has been being driven by oversupply in some markets and a slowdown in procurement activities. While certain regions, like India and Taiwan, have been seeing slight price increases, the overall trend in other regions such as China and Europe has been bearish. The PBT price trend has indicated that, despite stable supply in many areas, demand challenges have been continuing to impact prices, leading to declines in several major markets.
China
PBT Export prices FOB Shanghai, China, Grade – Natural Injection Moulding IV(1-1.2).
According to the PriceWatch, in China, PBT export prices have been falling by -4.1% in Q3 2025, with prices having been ranging from 1050–1070 USD. The PBT price trend in China has been being influenced by reduced demand from key industries such as automotive and electronics, which have not been recovering as expected. The PBT prices in China has continued to decline due to sluggish procurement activity and an oversupply of the material. Despite stable production, the PBT price trend has reflected weaker-than-anticipated demand, leading to pressure on prices.
The PBT price trend in China has shown consistent downward movement, as both domestic and export markets have been facing challenges in picking up demand. In September 2025, PBT prices in China have decreased by 1.2% to USD 1042/MT. The decline has been driven by moderate inventory buildup at major Chinese producers and slower uptake from downstream automotive and electronics sectors. Export demand to Asia, Europe, and the Middle East has shown a temporary slowdown, limiting upward pricing momentum.
India
PBT Domestically Traded prices Ex-Delhi, India, Grade – Natural Injection Moulding IV(1-1.2).
According to the PriceWatch, in India, PBT domestically traded prices have been increasing by 1.1% in Q3 2025, bucking the overall trend seen in other regions. The PBT price trend in India has been being influenced by slightly higher demand, particularly in the automotive sector, which has supported a minor increase in prices. The PBT price trend in India has been showing a mild uptick, as local industries have been maintaining steady procurement activities despite global market challenges.
While other regions have been experiencing price declines, the PBT price trend in India has remained relatively stable, reflecting a market that has been somewhat insulated from the broader downward pressure seen elsewhere. In September 2025, PBT prices have increased by 0.9%. The price rise has been supported by steady domestic demand from the automotive, electrical, and consumer electronics sectors, where consumption has remained consistent despite softer global sentiment. Limited local inventories and cautious buying by converters have encouraged producers to maintain firmer offers.
Taiwan
PBT Export prices FOB Kaohsiung, Taiwan, Grade – Natural Injection Moulding IV(1-1.2).
In Taiwan, PBT export prices have been dropping by -1.9% in Q3 2025. The PBT price trend in Taiwan has been influenced by weaker demand from the key sectors that typically rely on PBT, such as automotive and electronics. The PBT price trend has continued its downward movement as procurement activity has been remaining subdued in both domestic and export markets. Despite stable supply levels, the PBT prices in Taiwan have been showing the impact of global economic uncertainties, leading to reduced purchasing and lower prices. As a result, the PBT price trend in Taiwan has been being part of the broader market slowdown observed in Asia.
In September 2025, PBT prices have decreased slightly by 0.3%. The minor decline has resulted from subdued demand among Indian converters and competitive Taiwanese FOB pricing. Indian buyers have leveraged this to negotiate slightly lower CIF rates.
Thailand
PBT Imported prices CIF Bangkok, Thailand from China, Grade – Natural Injection Moulding IV(1-1.2).
In Thailand, PBT imported prices have been decreasing by -3.7% in Q3 2025. The PBT price trend in Thailand has been primarily driven by weak demand from local industries that use PBT, such as automotive and electronics. The PBT price trend in Thailand has continued to decline due to a lack of significant procurement from key sectors. Despite stable supply levels, the PBT price trend has been showing downward pressure as demand has remained lower than expected.
The PBT price trend in Thailand has mirrored broader regional challenges, where economic slowdown and reduced industrial activity have been keeping prices under control. In September 2025, PBT prices in Thailand have fallen by 1.2% to USD 1088/MT. The decline has been influenced by limited regional demand and careful inventory management by Thai converters. Stable feedstock costs in China have supported marginal cost predictability, but softening offtake in Thailand has encouraged sellers to reduce offers.
Vietnam
PBT Imported prices CIF Haiphong, Vietnam from China: Grade – Natural Injection Moulding IV(1-1.2).
In Vietnam, PBT imported prices have been dropping by -3.9% in Q3 2025. The PBT price trend in Vietnam has been reflecting a downturn driven by weak industrial demand, particularly in automotive and consumer goods sectors. The PBT price trend has continued its downward movement as procurement activity has been remaining low. Despite steady supply, the PBT price trend in Vietnam has shown the impact of economic slowdown and lower industrial output.
The PBT price trend in Vietnam has mirrored regional challenges, where sluggish demand and cautious procurement have been keeping prices under pressure throughout the quarter. In September 2025, PBT prices in Vietnam have decreased by 1.2% to USD 1080/MT. The drop has been primarily due to slow buying by Vietnamese converters and moderate regional consumption, but market sentiment has favoured selective procurement over bulk purchases.
Turkey
PBT Imported prices CIF Mersin, Turkey from China, Grade – Natural Injection Moulding IV(1-1.2).
In Turkey, PBT imported prices have been falling by -4.7% in Q3 2025. The PBT price trend in Turkey has been mainly influenced by weak demand from industries such as automotive and packaging, which have been experiencing lower than expected procurement. The PBT price trend in Turkey has continued downward as global economic conditions have been keeping industrial activity subdued. Despite steady supply, the PBT price trend in Turkey has shown that demand has not been sufficient to offset the downward pressure on prices.
The PBT price trend in Turkey has been being part of the broader global market trend, where overall demand has remained slow, keeping prices under pressure across various regions. In September 2025, PBT price in Turkey has declined by 0.7% to USD 1163/MT. The decline has reflected cautious buying by Turkish converters amid moderate downstream demand and consistent Chinese FOB offers, but slow European market activity has been pressuring CIF prices slightly downward.