Price Watchâ„¢ provides real-time price assessments and price forecasts for Propylene across top trading regions:
| Propylene Regional Coverage | Propylene Grade and Country Coverage | Propylene Pricing Data Coverage Explanation |
| Asia-Pacific Propylene Pricing Analysis | Propylene Polymer Grade FOB Prices at Busan Port, South Korea | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Export Prices from Busan Port, South Korea to Global Markets |
| Â | Propylene Polymer Grade CIF Prices at Shanghai Port, China Importing from South Korea | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Import Prices at Shanghai Port, China from South Korea |
| Â | Propylene Polymer Grade FOB Prices at Laem Chabang Port, Thailand | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Export Prices from Laem Chabang Port, Thailand to Global Markets |
| Â | Propylene Polymer Grade CIF Prices at Jakarta Port, Indonesia Importing from Thailand | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Import Prices at Jakarta Port, Indonesia from Thailand |
| Â | Propylene Polymer Grade CIF Prices at Port of Singapore, Singapore Importing from Thailand | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Import Prices at Port of Singapore, Singapore from Thailand |
| Â | Propylene Polymer Grade CIF Prices at Port Klang, Malaysia Importing from Thailand | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Import Prices at Port Klang, Malaysia from Thailand |
| Â | Propylene Polymer Grade FOB Prices at Tokyo Port, Japan | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Export Prices from Tokyo Port, Japan to Global Markets |
| Â | Propylene Polymer Grade FOB Prices at Kaohsiung Port, Taiwan | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Export Prices from Kaohsiung Port, Taiwan to Global Markets |
| Â | Propylene Polymer Grade CIF Prices at Nhava Sheva Port, India Importing from Thailand | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Import Prices at Nhava Sheva Port, India from Thailand |
| Europe Propylene Pricing Analysis | Propylene Polymer Grade FD Prices at Rotterdam, Netherlands | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Delivered Prices at Rotterdam, Netherlands |
| Â | Propylene Polymer Grade FD Prices at Hamburg, Germany Importing from Netherlands | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Delivered Prices at Hamburg, Germany |
| Â | Propylene Polymer Grade FD Prices at Antwerp, Belgium | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Delivered Prices at Antwerp, Belgium |
| Â | Propylene Polymer Grade FD Prices at Genoa, Italy | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Delivered Prices at Genoa, Italy |
| Â | Propylene Polymer Grade FD Prices at Le Havre, France | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Delivered Prices at Le Havre, France |
| Middle East & Africa Propylene Pricing Analysis | Propylene Polymer Grade FOB Prices at Jeddah Port, Saudi Arabia | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Export Prices from Jeddah Port, Saudi Arabia to Global Markets |
| North America Propylene Pricing Analysis | Propylene Refinery Grade FOB Prices at Houston Port, USA | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Export Prices from Houston Port, USA to Global Markets |
| Â | Propylene Refinery Grade CIF Prices at Manzanillo Port, Mexico Importing from USA | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Import Prices at Manzanillo Port, Mexico from USA |
| Â | Propylene Polymer Grade FOB Prices at Houston Port, USA | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Export Prices from Houston Port, USA to Global Markets |
| Â | Propylene Polymer Grade CIF Prices at Manzanillo Port, Mexico Importing from USA | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Import Prices at Manzanillo Port, Mexico from USA |
| South America Propylene Pricing Analysis | Propylene Refinery Grade CIF Prices at Barranquilla Port, Colombia Importing from USA | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Import Prices at Barranquilla Port, Colombia from USA |
| Â | Propylene Polymer Grade CIF Prices at Barranquilla Port, Colombia Importing from USA | Weekly Price Update on Propylene Real-Time Import Prices at Barranquilla Port, Colombia from USA |
Propylene Price Forecasts & Market Foresight Q4 2026
Outlook: Variable, by region
Confidence: High
Propylene prices are expected to remain divergent globally during Q4 2026. Asia and the Middle East are likely to see a sharp October rise on firmer feedstock costs and tighter availability, followed by a November correction and a mild December recovery, with Japan and Thailand softening further.
Europe may firm steadily through December on restocking, while North America and Latin America are anticipated to decline on ample supply.
Global Propylene Market Overview by Region (October–December 2026)
| Country | Grade/ Incoterm | Outlook |
| South Korea | Propylene Polymer Grade FOB Busan | Bullish to Strongly Bullish |
| China | Propylene Polymer Grade CIF Shanghai (South Korea) | Bullish to Strongly Bullish |
| USA | Propylene Refinery Grade FOB Houston | Bearish to Strongly Bearish |
| Colombia | Propylene Refinery Grade CIF Barranquilla (USA) | Bearish to Strongly Bearish |
| Mexico | Propylene Refinery Grade CIF Manzanillo (US) | Bearish to Strongly Bearish |
| Netherlands | Polymer Grade FD Rotterdam | Mildly Bullish to Bullish |
| Germany | Propylene Polymer Grade FD Hamburg (Netherlands) | Mildly Bullish to Bullish |
| Belgium | Propylene Polymer Grade FD Antwerp | Mildly Bullish to Bullish |
| Thailand | Propylene Polymer Grade FOB Laem Chabang | Bullish to Strongly Bullish |
| Indonesia | Propylene Polymer Grade CIF Jakarta (THAILAND) | Bullish to Strongly Bullish |
| Singapore | Propylene Polymer Grade CIF Port of Singapore (THAILAND) | Bullish to Strongly Bullish |
| Malaysia | Propylene Polymer Grade CIF Port Kelang (THAILAND) | Bullish to Strongly Bullish |
| Japan | Propylene Polymer Grade FOB Tokyo | Stable to Bullish |
| Italy | Propylene Polymer Grade FD Genoa | Stable to Bullish |
| France | Propylene Polymer Grade FD Le Havre | Stable to Bullish |
| Saudi Arabia | Propylene Polymer Grade FOB Jeddah | Bullish to Strongly Bullish |
| Taiwan | Propylene Polymer Grade FOB Kaohsiung | Mildly Bullish to Bullish |
| India | Propylene Polymer Grade CIF Nhava Sheva (THAILAND) | Bullish to Strongly Bullish |
| USA | Propylene Polymer Grade FOB Houston | Mildly Bearish to Strongly Bearish |
| Mexico | Propylene Polymer Grade CIF Manzanillo (US) | Mildly Bearish to Bearish |
| Colombia | Propylene Polymer Grade CIF Barranquilla (USA) | Mildly Bearish to Bearish |
*Propylene Forecast represents an analytical assessment based on information available at the time of publication. Actual market prices may vary due to unforeseen operational, regulatory, geopolitical, or economic developments.
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Propylene Price Trend Q3 2026
In Q3 2026, Propylene prices declined across all monitored markets as values corrected from the peak levels seen during the conflict-driven energy and feedstock cost surge. European Polymer Grade markets recorded the steepest falls at around 37% to 40%. Thai origin markets fell around 19% to 22%, while Asian origin and Americas markets fell around 13% to 17%. September 2026 brought a split picture.
Asian and Middle Eastern markets rebounded by around 5% to 8% as Middle East tensions lifted feedstock costs. Europe fell around 9% to 10%, while the USA and its import markets fell around 7% to 8%. The Propylene Price Chart reflected this regional divergence. The Propylene Price Index stayed shaped by energy costs and feedstock concerns.
South Korea: Propylene Export Prices FOB Busan, South Korea, Grade-Polymer
The Propylene Price Trend in South Korea declined by around 15% in Q3 2026. Prices corrected from the peak levels seen during the conflict-driven energy and feedstock cost surge, pulling FOB Busan export valuations lower through the quarter. Producers adjusted offers down as buyers held back on procurement.
The Propylene Price in South Korea stayed under pressure through the quarter. In September 2026, Propylene Prices in South Korea rebounded by around 8%, as renewed Middle East tensions and firmer Crude Oil prices lifted feedstock costs. Producers raised offers in response, which lifted export valuations during the month. Buyers stayed active across the period, which supported pricing.
China: Propylene Imported Prices CIF Shanghai from South Korea, China, Grade-Polymer
The Propylene Price Trend in China declined by around 15% in Q3 2026. This reflected the passthrough of softer South Korean FOB prices into CIF Shanghai import valuations as origin prices corrected. The Propylene Price in China stayed under pressure through the quarter.
In September 2026, Propylene Prices in China rebounded by around 8%, as firmer South Korean FOB prices passed through into import valuations. Importers accepted higher offers during the month. Buyers stayed active across the period, which supported pricing.
Sellers kept offers firm as sentiment held steady throughout the period. Trading activity stayed steady as participants held to routine procurement.
USA: Propylene Export Prices FOB Houston, USA, Grade-Refinery and Polymer
According to Price Watchâ„¢, the Propylene Price Trend in the USA declined across both grades in Q3 2026, with Refinery Grade down around 17% and Polymer Grade down around 16%. Prices corrected from the peak levels seen during the conflict-driven energy and feedstock cost surge, pulling FOB Houston export valuations lower through the quarter.
The Propylene Price in the USA stayed under pressure throughout the quarter. In September 2026, Propylene Prices in the USA fell a further 7% for Refinery Grade and 8% for Polymer Grade, as the price correction continued through the month. Buyers moderated procurement, which eased valuations further. Buyers stayed cautious and limited purchases to immediate needs during the month.
Colombia: Propylene Imported Prices CIF Barranquilla from USA, Colombia, Grade-Refinery and Polymer
The Propylene Price Trend in Colombia declined across both grades in Q3 2026, with Refinery Grade down around 15% and Polymer Grade down around 14%. This reflected the passthrough of softer US FOB prices into import valuations as origin prices corrected.
The Propylene Price in Colombia stayed under pressure through the quarter. In September 2026, Propylene Prices in Colombia fell a further 7% for Refinery Grade and 8% for Polymer Grade, as the price correction continued through the month.
Buyers moderated procurement, which eased valuations further. Buyers stayed cautious and limited purchases to immediate needs during the month. Sellers adjusted offers lower to attract buyers across the market.
Mexico: Propylene Imported Prices CIF Manzanillo from USA, Mexico, Grade-Refinery and Polymer
The Propylene Price Trend in Mexico declined across both grades in Q3 2026, with Refinery Grade down around 16% and Polymer Grade down around 15%. This reflected the pass-through of softer US FOB prices into import valuations as origin prices corrected.
The Propylene Price in Mexico stayed under pressure through the quarter. In September 2026, Propylene Prices in Mexico fell a further 7% for Refinery Grade and 7% for Polymer Grade, as the price correction continued through the month. Buyers moderated procurement, which eased valuations further.
Buyers stayed cautious and limited purchases to immediate needs during the month. Sellers adjusted offers lower to attract buyers across the market.
Netherlands: Propylene Domestically Traded Prices FD Rotterdam, Netherlands, Grade-Polymer
The Propylene Price Trend in the Netherlands declined sharply by around 40% in Q3 2026. Prices corrected sharply from the peak levels seen during the conflict-driven energy cost surge as energy costs eased and buyers held back on procurement, pulling FD Rotterdam domestic valuations lower through the quarter.
The Propylene Price in the Netherlands stayed under pressure through the quarter. In September 2026, Propylene Prices in the Netherlands fell by around 10%, as the price correction continued through the month. Buyers moderated procurement, which eased valuations further. Buyers stayed cautious and limited purchases to immediate needs during the month. Sellers adjusted offers lower to attract buyers across the market.
Belgium: Propylene Domestically Traded Prices FD Antwerp, Belgium, Grade-Polymer
The Propylene Price Trend in Belgium declined sharply by around 39% in Q3 2026. Prices corrected sharply from the peak levels seen during the conflict-driven energy cost surge as energy costs eased and buyers held back on procurement, pulling FD Antwerp domestic valuations lower through the quarter.
The Propylene Price in Belgium stayed under pressure through the quarter. In September 2026, Propylene Prices in Belgium fell by around 10%, as the price correction continued through the month. Buyers moderated procurement, which eased valuations further. Buyers stayed cautious and limited purchases to immediate needs during the month. Sellers adjusted offers lower to attract buyers across the market.
Italy: Propylene Domestically Traded Prices FD Genoa, Italy, Grade-Polymer
The Propylene Price Trend in Italy declined sharply by around 39% in Q3 2026. Prices corrected sharply from the peak levels seen during the conflict-driven energy cost surge as energy costs eased and buyers held back on procurement, pulling FD Genoa domestic valuations lower through the quarter.
The Propylene Price in Italy stayed under pressure through the quarter. In September 2026, Propylene Prices in Italy fell by around 9%, as the price correction continued through the month. Buyers moderated procurement, which eased valuations further. Buyers stayed cautious and limited purchases to immediate needs during the month. Sellers adjusted offers lower to attract buyers across the market.
France: Propylene Domestically Traded Prices FD Le Havre, France, Grade-Polymer
The Propylene Price Trend in France declined sharply by around 37% in Q3 2026. Prices corrected sharply from the peak levels seen during the conflict-driven energy cost surge as energy costs eased and buyers held back on procurement, pulling FD Le Havre domestic valuations lower through the quarter.
The Propylene Price in France stayed under pressure through the quarter. In September 2026, Propylene Prices in France fell by around 9%, as the price correction continued through the month. Buyers moderated procurement, which eased valuations further. Buyers stayed cautious and limited purchases to immediate needs during the month. Sellers adjusted offers lower to attract buyers across the market.
Germany: Propylene Imported Prices FD Hamburg from Netherlands, Germany, Grade-Polymer
The Propylene Price Trend in Germany declined sharply by around 39% in Q3 2026. This reflected the passthrough of softer Dutch prices into FD Hamburg valuations as the sharp correction in the Netherlands continued. The Propylene Price in Germany stayed under pressure through the quarter.
In September 2026, Propylene Prices in Germany fell by around 9%, as the price correction continued through the month. Buyers moderated procurement, which eased valuations further. Buyers stayed cautious and limited purchases to immediate needs during the month. Sellers adjusted offers lower to attract buyers across the market. Trading activity stayed subdued as participants awaited clearer direction.
Thailand: Propylene Export Prices FOB Laem Chabang, Thailand, Grade-Polymer
The Propylene Price Trend in Thailand declined by around 21% in Q3 2026. Prices corrected from the peak levels seen during the conflict-driven energy and feedstock cost surge, pulling FOB Laem Chabang export valuations lower through the quarter.
Producers adjusted offers down as buyers held back on procurement. The Propylene Price in Thailand stayed under pressure through the quarter. In September 2026, Propylene Prices in Thailand rose by around 7%, as renewed Middle East tensions and firmer Crude Oil prices lifted feedstock costs. Producers raised offers in response, which lifted export valuations during the month. Buyers stayed active across the period, which supported pricing.
Indonesia: Propylene Imported Prices CIF Jakarta from Thailand, Indonesia, Grade-Polymer
The Propylene Price Trend in Indonesia declined by around 21% in Q3 2026. This reflected the pass-through of softer Thai FOB prices into CIF Jakarta import valuations as origin prices corrected. The Propylene Price in Indonesia stayed under pressure through the quarter.
In September 2026, Propylene Prices in Indonesia rose by around 7%, as firmer Thai FOB prices passed through into import valuations. Importers accepted higher offers during the month. Buyers stayed active across the period, which supported pricing. Sellers kept offers firm as sentiment held steady throughout the period. Trading activity stayed steady as participants held to routine procurement.
Singapore: Propylene Imported Prices CIF Port of Singapore from Thailand, Singapore, Grade-Polymer
The Propylene Price Trend in Singapore declined by around 21% in Q3 2026. This reflected the pass-through of softer Thai FOB prices into CIF Port of Singapore import valuations as origin prices corrected. The Propylene Price in Singapore stayed under pressure through the quarter.
In September 2026, Propylene Prices in Singapore rose by around 7%, as firmer Thai FOB prices passed through into import valuations. Importers accepted higher offers during the month. Buyers stayed active across the period, which supported pricing. Sellers kept offers firm as sentiment held steady through the period. Trading activity stayed steady as participants held to routine procurement.
Malaysia: Propylene Imported Prices CIF Port Kelang from Thailand, Malaysia, Grade-Polymer
The Propylene Price Trend in Malaysia declined by around 22% in Q3 2026. This reflected the passthrough of softer Thai FOB prices into CIF Port Kelang import valuations as origin prices corrected. The Propylene Price in Malaysia stayed under pressure through the quarter.
In September 2026, Propylene Prices in Malaysia rose by around 7%, as firmer Thai FOB prices passed through into import valuations. Importers accepted higher offers during the month. Buyers stayed active across the period, which supported pricing. Sellers kept offers firm as sentiment held steady through the period. Trading activity stayed steady as participants held to routine procurement.
Japan: Propylene Export Prices FOB Tokyo, Japan, Grade-Polymer
According to Price Watchâ„¢, the Propylene Price Trend in Japan declined by around 13% in Q3 2026. Prices corrected from the peak levels seen during the conflict-driven energy and feedstock cost surge, pulling FOB Tokyo export valuations lower through the quarter. Producers adjusted offers down as buyers held back on procurement.
The Propylene Price in Japan stayed under pressure through the quarter. In September 2026, Propylene Prices in Japan rebounded by around 8%, as renewed Middle East tensions and firmer Crude Oil prices lifted feedstock costs. Producers raised offers in response, which lifted export valuations during the month. Buyers stayed active across the period, which supported pricing.
Saudi Arabia: Propylene Export Prices FOB Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Grade-Polymer
The Propylene Price Trend in Saudi Arabia declined by around 13% in Q3 2026. Prices corrected from the peak levels seen during the conflict-driven energy and feedstock cost surge, pulling FOB Jeddah export valuations lower through the quarter.
Producers adjusted offers down as buyers held back on procurement. The Propylene Price in Saudi Arabia stayed under pressure through the quarter. In September 2026, Propylene Prices in Saudi Arabia rose by around 7%, as renewed Middle East tensions and firmer Crude Oil prices lifted feedstock costs. Producers raised offers in response, which lifted export valuations during the month. Buyers stayed active across the period, which supported pricing.
Taiwan: Propylene Export Prices FOB Kaohsiung, Taiwan, Grade-Polymer
The Propylene Price Trend in Taiwan declined by around 19% in Q3 2026. Prices corrected from the peak levels seen during the conflict-driven energy and feedstock cost surge, pulling FOB Kaohsiung export valuations lower through the quarter.
Producers adjusted offers down as buyers held back on procurement. The Propylene Price in Taiwan stayed under pressure throughout the quarter. In September 2026, Propylene Prices in Taiwan rose by around 5%, as renewed Middle East tensions and firmer Crude Oil prices lifted feedstock costs.
Producers raised offers in response, which lifted export valuations during the month. Buyers stayed active across the period, which supported pricing.
India: Propylene Imported Prices CIF Nhava Sheva from Thailand, India, Grade-Polymer
According to Price Watchâ„¢, the Propylene Price Trend in India declined by around 19% in Q3 2026. This reflected the passthrough of softer Thai FOB prices into CIF Nhava Sheva import valuations as origin prices corrected. The Propylene Price in India stayed under pressure through the quarter.
In September 2026, Propylene Prices in India rose by around 7%, as firmer Thai FOB prices passed through into import valuations. Importers accepted higher offers during the month. Buyers stayed active across the period, which supported pricing. Sellers kept offers firm as sentiment held steady thropass-throughugh the period. Trading activity stayed steady as participants held to routine procurement.














