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Analysis
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Imported goods have minimal impact on polyolefins prices in Poland
The polyolefin market in Poland has slowed down in H2 of the month. The market continues to experience shortages of certain goods, including PP homo, copolymer and LDPE.
Polyolefin market encounters product shortages
Despite the lack of some materials in the market, there is no panic or increased purchasing activity from converters who buy raw materials only as needed.
'February was a successful month' – says Polish polyolefin trader
Polish processors are benefiting from the relative stability of the market and are stocking up on raw materials ahead of the expected price increase in March.
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Anticipation of polyolefins price increase prevail in Poland
High prices and low supply persist in the polyolefin market. Some players stocked up at the beginning of the month, observing a steady rise in prices and material shortages, while others are holding back in the hope of a change in trend.
LDPE offers may reach €1,500/t in Poland
According to market players, converters are making cautious purchases this month. Most large manufacturers of finished products bought more material in January ahead of the anticipated price increase.
Polyolefin prices surge in Poland amid shortages
Due to low demand and the ability of some converters to wait out February without making purchases, almost all polyolefin producers have reduced the amount of raw materials available for sale.
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First polyolefin offers over €100/t more expensive in Poland
In the first week of February, demand and prices for polyolefins are increasing, while stocks of materials are proving insufficient.
European plastic recycling industry growth threatened by shrinking market
Latest figures show that the growth rate of total European installed plastics recycling capacity went down from 17% to 10% year on year in effect giving 12.5 million tonnes in 2022.
Converters resist manufacturers' desired price hikes
Those manufacturers and traders that have still been open for orders, have raised polyolefins prices again at levels even €80-100/t higher than last week.
