Propylene Prices

Propylene Price Trend, Index and Forecast

Track real-time and historical propylene prices across global regions. Updated monthly with market insights, drivers, and forecasts.

Propylene Prices October 2025

Propylene Price Index (USD/KG): 

The chart below highlights monthly propylene prices across different regions.

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Market Overview Q3 Ending September 2025

Northeast Asia: Prices declined, primarily driven by a combination of demand-side and supply-side factors. On the demand side, the slowdown in manufacturing activities in China, South Korea, and Japan led to reduced downstream consumption in industries such as polypropylene production, automotive plastics, and packaging. On the supply side, regional refineries reported steady production rates, and the availability of imported feedstock stabilized, creating downward pressure on prices. Currency fluctuations in the Japanese yen and South Korean won against the USD exerted a minor influence, slightly reducing import costs. Additionally, compliance costs for environmental regulations and certifications, such as emission controls in Japanese plants, remained stable, maintaining consistent operating costs. Collectively, these factors contributed to a moderate price decline for propylene, reflecting a balance between adequate supply and slightly subdued demand in the region.

Europe: Propylene prices in Europe decreased. The decline was primarily influenced by weak demand from the automotive and construction sectors, which are major consumers of polypropylene and other propylene derivatives. Supply-side factors included stable output from key refineries in Germany, France, and Italy, alongside sufficient feedstock availability from domestic and imported sources. Costs related to international shipping, customs clearance, and inland logistics remained significant but showed minor reductions compared to the previous quarter. Additionally, the euro experienced mild appreciation against the USD during the period, slightly affecting import competitiveness and overall cost structures. Energy costs for refining remained moderately high but did not accelerate price trends due to stable production levels. Regulatory compliance costs, including environmental and safety standards across

Middle East: The decline was largely due to a slowdown in domestic downstream consumption in countries such as Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar, where polypropylene demand softened amid lower regional construction and packaging activity. On the supply side, regional petrochemical producers maintained strong production volumes, and exports were prioritized to international markets, maintaining supply pressure domestically. Cost drivers, including port handling, shipping logistics, and currency fluctuations, remained stable, with minor impacts from local currency appreciation. Energy costs in the region, primarily linked to natural gas feedstock, remained moderate and supported low production costs. Regulatory and compliance expenditures, including environmental standards, had minimal effect on overall price movements during the quarter.

North America: Propylene prices in North America experienced a marginal decline. On the supply side, production from key petrochemical hubs remained strong, while inventories were sufficient to meet domestic consumption. Transportation and logistics costs, including port handling and inland distribution, remained steady, contributing to minimal price movement. Currency fluctuations, primarily the USD, had a negligible impact on import costs. Additionally, compliance costs, including environmental regulations for refineries and storage facilities, remained unchanged from the previous quarter. Overall, the balance between steady demand and stable supply resulted in a near-flat pricing trend for propylene in North America during Q3 2025.

Propylene Price Trend, Market Analysis, and News

IMARC's latest publication,“Propylene Prices, Trend, Chart, Demand, Market Analysis, News, Historical and Forecast Data Report 2025 Edition,” presents a detailed examination of the propylene market, providing insights into both global and regional trends that are shaping prices. This report delves into the spot price of propylene at major ports and analyzes the composition of prices, including FOB and CIF terms. It also presents detailed propylene prices trend analysis by region, covering North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa. The factors affecting propylene pricing, such as the dynamics of supply and demand, geopolitical influences, and sector-specific developments, are thoroughly explored. This comprehensive report helps stakeholders stay informed with the latest market news, regulatory updates, and technological progress, facilitating informed strategic decision-making and forecasting.

Propylene Industry Analysis

The global propylene industry size reached 130.29 Million Tonnes in 2024. By 2033, IMARC Group expects the market to reach 210.96 Million Tonnes, at a projected CAGR of 5.23% during 2025-2033. The market is driven by the rising demand for polypropylene in packaging, automotive, and construction sectors, expanding petrochemical capacities, increasing applications in textiles and consumer goods, technological advancements in production, and growing global industrialization.

Latest developments in the propylene industry:

• July 2025: Manali Petrochemicals Limited inaugurated its expanded propylene glycol facility, supporting the Make in India initiative. The new plant will add 50,000 KTPA of production capacity, subject to approval from the Tamil Nadu State Pollution Control Board, aiming to cut India’s dependence on imports and enhance the nation’s position in global chemical manufacturing.
   
• December 2022: ExxonMobil declared the successful startup of its new polypropylene production unit at the Polyolefins Plant in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
   
• February 2022: Braskem S.A. announced the expansion of its circular polymer portfolio to include two new polypropylene (PP) grades with post-consumer recycled (PCR) content.

Product Description

Propylene is a colorless gas with a faint petroleum-like odor. It is shipped as a liquefied gas under its own vapor pressure. It is produced by the cracking of propane or higher hydrocarbons in the presence of steam under conditions very like those outlined for ethylene. It is also recovered as a by-product of other refinery operations, principally from the fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) of gas oils and, to a lesser extent, from the volatile products of coking. It is a building-block chemical base for more complex chemicals, such as propylene oxide, acrylonitrile, cumene, and acrylic acid. Apart from this, propylene is used across various industries, such as the petrochemical industry, where it serves as a raw material during production. It is utilized as a feedstock for the manufacture of polypropylene.

Report Coverage

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

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