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2026-06

China's Plastics Output Up 3.4% in Jan-Apr 2026: Full Industry Chain Growth, Chemical Prices Surge 12.7%

China's plastics and rubber industry showed full-chain growth in Jan-Apr 2026. Primary plastics output reached 48.847 million tons (+3.4%), synthetic rubber 2.989 million tons (+2.1%), while chemical出厂prices rose 12.7% YoY.

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2026-06

Oil Prices Rebound Sharply: WTI Returns to $77 as Plastics Futures Extend Losses

WTI crude rose to $76.79/barrel on June 17, but plastics futures remained under pressure with PVC at 4,618 yuan/ton, LLDPE at 7,504 yuan/ton and PP breaking below 8,000.

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2026-06

Global PU Foam Blowing Agent Market Surpasses $3.1 Billion, China PE Supply Pressure Persists

The global polyurethane foam blowing agent market is projected to reach $3.1 billion in 2026. Meanwhile, China PE prices continue declining amid weak seasonal demand.

17

2026-06

Versalis Plant Fire in Mantua Shakes EU Supply Chain as Bioplastics Regulations Tighten

A massive fire at Versalis warehouse in Mantua, Italy forced evacuation of 800 residents. Meanwhile, the EU is accelerating moves to ban soil-biodegradable mulch films.

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2026-06

US-Iran Deal Triggers Oil Price Collapse, Plastics Feedstocks Plunge

US-Iran peace deal sends WTI below $80, Brent to $83. Major plastics feedstocks including PE, PP, PVC, and PET decline sharply. China's Zhongyan plans 10,000-tonne PEEK expansion.

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2026-06

NEV Lightweighting Drives Demand for Modified Plastics

Driven by range anxiety and dual-carbon goals, lightweighting has become a core keyword in vehicle design. A 10% weight reduction can improve driving range by approximately 6%-8%, highlighting the core value of lightweighting for new energy vehicle

14

2026-06

Crude Oil Prices Plunge, Plastic Market Under Pressure

International Crude Oil Market This week, international crude oil market continued its downward trend. WTI crude oil fell to $84.88, down $2.83 in a single day with a decline of 3.23%; Brent crude fell to $87.33 with a decline of 3.38%.

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2026-06

Saudi Plastics & Petrochem Exhibition Opens Next Week — Key Trade Platform for Middle East

Exhibition Preview The 2026 Saudi Plastics & Petrochem Industry Exhibition is set to open June 21-24 at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center. The event features 20,550+ sqm of exhibition space, 498 exhibitors from 24

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2026-06

Crude Oil Plunges Over 4% — WTI at $83.73, Brent at $86.39 — Plastics Feedstock Poised for Correction

Market Overview On June 12, global crude oil prices suffered a sharp sell-off. WTI crude settled at $83.73/barrel, down 4.54%; Brent crude closed at $86.39/barrel, down 4.41%. This followed a larger-than-expected U.S. inventory draw of 7.2 million

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2026-06

70% of Global PPE Resin at Risk of Disruption, PCB Prices Surge 40%

Saudi Arabia's Jubail Industrial City, supplying 70% of global PPE resin, halted production in late March due to Strait of Hormuz shipping disruption. Goldman Sachs reports PCB prices surged up to 40% in April vs March. Shengquan clarified its PPO products have no direct business link to PPE.

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2026-06

Crude Oil Rebounds While Plastic Futures Diverge: LLDPE -0.63%, PP -1.40%

International crude oil rebounded on June 10, with WTI at $90.03/bbl (+2.07%) and Brent at $93.10/bbl (+1.80%). However, plastic futures diverged: LLDPE main contract at 7,875 yuan/ton (-0.63%), PP main contract at 8,649 yuan/ton (-1.40%), PVC at 4,706 yuan/ton (-0.70%).

10

2026-06

PCABS Drying and Injection Molding Temperature Guide

Complete PCABS drying and injection molding temperature guide.

10

2026-06

PC/ABS Alloy Formulation: Heat Resistance, Shrinkage, Drying and Molding

PC/ABS alloy formulation guide: formula, heat resistance, shrinkage, drying and molding.

09

2026-06

Biodegradable Plastics Sector Drops 3.52%, Kingfa Tech Mass Production Draws Attention

On June 8, the biodegradable plastics sector index closed at 1,998.51 points, down 3.52%. Kingfa Tech has successfully developed and mass-produced biodegradable masks, gloves, and protective suits. HDPE recycled materials play an increasingly important role in the circular economy.

09

2026-06

Crude Oil Rally Drives Plastic Futures Higher, LLDPE Surges Over 3%

International crude oil surged on June 8, with WTI at $91.30/bbl and Brent at $94.25/bbl. Driven by cost support, domestic plastic futures rose across the board, with LLDPE main contract at 8,146 yuan/ton (+3.01%) and PP futures at 8,989 yuan/ton (+3.06%).

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2026-06

Reinforced PA6: Properties, Injection Molding, Applications and Pricing Guide

Complete guide to reinforced PA6: properties, injection molding temperature, applications, pricing and manufacturer info.