Track the latest insights on PVC resin price trend and forecast with detailed analysis of regional fluctuations and market dynamics across North America, Latin America, Central Europe, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Middle East, North Africa, West Africa, Central and Southern Africa, Central Asia, Southeast Asia, South Asia, East Asia, and Oceania.

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During the third quarter of 2026, the PVC resin prices in the USA reached 575 USD/MT in September. Prices moved lower as resin suppliers kept output flowing while buying from construction related outlets stayed cautious. Converters producing pipe and profile compounds booked only against confirmed orders instead of adding to stock. Sellers holding surplus lots trimmed quotations to keep volumes moving through the quarter.
During the third quarter of 2026, the PVC resin prices in Japan reached 564 USD/MT in September. Prices softened as importers secured replacement cargoes on easier terms and passed part of that relief into local offers. Demand from pipe extruders and cable compounders stayed subdued through the period. Availability of general purpose grade material remained comfortable against incoming enquiries.
During the third quarter of 2026, the PVC resin prices in Germany reached 836 USD/MT in September. Prices declined as regional converters trimmed intake in line with slower order books from the building sector. Resin arriving from overseas origins kept local availability comfortable through the quarter. Sellers competing for a thinner stream of enquiries adjusted quotations downward to secure placement.
During the third quarter of 2026, the PVC resin prices in India reached 777 USD/MT in September. Prices eased as domestic producers maintained steady output while demand from pipe and fitting manufacturers moderated. Converters covered confirmed contracts and deferred larger commitments on expectations of softer numbers ahead. Offers for prompt shipment found fewer takers, which pulled quotations down as the period progressed.
During the third quarter of 2026, the PVC resin prices in Brazil reached 421 USD/MT in September. Prices fell as imported cargoes arrived on easier terms and local suppliers passed the relief into domestic offers. Buying from pipe, profile and footwear compounders stayed modest through the quarter. Availability of standard grade material remained comfortable against the flow of enquiries. Distributors kept holdings lean and purchased only for near term production runs.
During the second quarter of 2026, the PVC resin prices in the USA reached 644 USD/MT in June. The market recorded a strong upward trajectory, supported by firm construction sector demand and improved purchasing activity from pipe, fittings, and infrastructure related industries. Healthy order volumes encouraged suppliers to maintain higher offer levels across the domestic market. Production economics remained under pressure due to elevated manufacturing costs, contributing to tighter supplier pricing strategies.
During the second quarter of 2026, the PVC resin prices in Japan reached 609 USD/MT in June. The market experienced a moderate increase, supported by steady demand from construction materials, packaging products, and industrial manufacturing applications. Procurement activity improved as buyers returned to the market to replenish inventories after cautious purchasing patterns earlier in the year. Producers maintained disciplined supply management, helping to prevent significant market oversupply.
During the second quarter of 2026, the PVC resin prices in Germany reached 946 USD/MT in June. The market registered a slight decline as downstream demand remained subdued across several industrial segments. Purchasing activity was affected by cautious procurement strategies, with buyers limiting volume commitments amid uncertain consumption patterns. Adequate material availability across the regional market contributed to comfortable supply conditions, reducing upward pricing pressure.
During the second quarter of 2026, the PVC resin prices in India reached 834 USD/MT in June. The market moved upward, supported by healthy demand from construction, infrastructure, and agricultural applications. Increased purchasing activity from pipe and fitting manufacturers strengthened consumption across the domestic market. Buyers actively replenished inventories in anticipation of sustained downstream requirements, contributing to improved market momentum.
During the second quarter of 2026, the PVC resin prices in Brazil reached 455 USD/MT in June. The market recorded an upward trend during the quarter as demand from construction and infrastructure related sectors improved steadily. Downstream manufacturers increased procurement volumes to support production requirements, contributing to stronger market activity. Supply availability remained manageable, helping suppliers maintain firmer pricing positions.
The report provides a detailed analysis of the market across different regions, each with unique pricing dynamics influenced by localized market conditions, supply chain intricacies, and geopolitical factors. This includes price trends, price forecast and supply and demand trends for each region, along with spot prices by major ports. The report also provides coverage of FOB and CIF prices, as well as the key factors influencing PVC resin prices.
Q3 2026:
The PVC resin price index in Europe moved lower through the quarter, shaped by comfortable availability and cautious buying from building related users. German converters set the direction as they secured easier numbers on incoming cargoes and carried that relief into domestic quotations. Extruders serving window profile and pipe markets kept intake close to confirmed schedules. Sellers holding surplus material trimmed offers to secure placement across the region. Buyers in the flooring and cable segments reported adequate cover and showed little urgency to commit forward. Warehouse holdings were sufficient to carry plants through their routine programs. Importers moving cargoes through the main entry points reported workable lead times. The regional index closed the period below its opening level.
Q2 2026:
The PVC resin price index in Europe displayed a generally soft trend. Market activity was influenced by restrained demand from construction and industrial manufacturing sectors, which limited purchasing momentum across the region. Buyers continued to adopt cautious procurement strategies, preferring shorter term purchases instead of building substantial inventories. Adequate product availability ensured comfortable supply conditions throughout key European markets. Producers faced competitive market conditions as consumers maintained strong negotiating positions.
| Region | Countries Covered |
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| Europe | Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, Turkey, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Belgium, Austria, Ireland, Switzerland, Norway, Denmark, Romania, Finland, Czech Republic, Portugal, and Greece, among other European countries. |
Q3 2026:
The PVC resin price index in North America weakened during the quarter, with the USA market leading the decline. Resin producers kept units running at steady rates, which left more material competing for a thinner stream of orders. Construction linked outlets bought hand to mouth as project activity stayed slow. Canadian consumers followed the same direction and found easier numbers from suppliers across the border. Compounders serving wire and cable and flooring applications covered routine needs without adding stock. Intermediaries trimmed holdings and passed fewer parcels into the spot market. Sellers accepted lower values to protect shipment volumes. Values finished the quarter below the levels recorded at the start.
Q2 2026:
The PVC resin price index in North America moved upward, supported by stronger demand from infrastructure, construction, and industrial applications. Market participants reported increased purchasing activity as downstream manufacturers expanded procurement programs to support production requirements. Suppliers benefited from healthy order volumes, allowing them to maintain firmer market offers throughout the quarter. Balanced supply conditions prevented significant inventory accumulation across the region. Export demand also supported market confidence by improving shipment opportunities for regional producers.
| Region | Countries Covered |
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| North America | United States and Canada |
Q3 2026:
The study includes PVC resin price trends across the Middle East and Africa, taking into consideration variables that have a direct impact on market prices, such as regional industrial expansion, natural resource availability, and geopolitical conflicts.
Q2 2026:
According to the PVC resin price chart, prices in the Middle East and Africa changed due to a complex interplay of events, including supply chain disruptions, seasonal demand swings, and geopolitical effects.
| Region | Countries Covered |
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| Middle East & Africa | Saudi Arabia, UAE, Israel, Iran, South Africa, Nigeria, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, Iraq, Egypt, Algeria, and Morocco, among other Middle Eastern and African countries. |
Q3 2026:
The PVC resin price index in Asia Pacific fell through the quarter, led by softer values in Japan and India. Japanese importers secured replacement cargoes at easier numbers and adjusted local quotations accordingly. Indian pipe and fitting manufacturers moderated intake as construction demand stayed quiet. Regional availability lengthened as producers maintained steady output against modest offtake. Buyers in the film and cable segments purchased against confirmed requirements rather than building reserves. Export competition among suppliers kept offers competitive across the main markets. Converters showed no appetite for forward cover while numbers were easing. Trading houses reported sufficient cover and little urgency to arrange extra parcels. The regional index ended the period below where it opened.
Q2 2026:
The Asia Pacific PVC resin market showed a generally positive performance. Demand from construction, infrastructure, agriculture, and manufacturing sectors supported steady market growth across several countries. Buyers increased procurement activity to replenish inventories and secure material for ongoing production requirements. Supply conditions remained balanced, preventing excessive market oversupply. Industrial activity across major economies contributed to sustained consumption of PVC based products. Market participants reported improved confidence as downstream demand remained healthy throughout the quarter.
| Region | Countries Covered |
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| Asia Pacific | China, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, South Korea, Malaysia, Nepal, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, Hongkong, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand, among other Asian countries. |
Q3 2026:
The PVC resin price index in Latin America moved lower during the quarter, with Brazil setting the direction. Brazilian converters bought only against confirmed orders as demand from pipe and profile producers stayed modest. Importers faced easier replacement values on cargoes arriving from overseas origins and carried that relief into local offers. Regional buyers depend heavily on imported resin, so landed costs guided quotations through the period. Sellers holding surplus lots trimmed numbers to keep material moving. Compounders in the cable and footwear segments covered prompt needs without building stock. Trading activity stayed thin as purchasers waited for clearer direction on the downward trend. The regional index closed the quarter below its opening level.
Q2 2026:
The Latin American PVC resin market recorded a positive trend, supported by improving demand from construction and infrastructure related industries. Market participants increased purchasing activity to support downstream manufacturing requirements and inventory replenishment programs. Demand from pipe production and building material applications remained an important driver of market consumption. Supply conditions remained manageable, allowing suppliers to maintain relatively firm market positions.
| Region | Countries Covered |
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| Latin America | Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Columbia, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru, among other Latin American countries. |
IMARC's latest publication, “PVC Resin Prices, Trend, Chart, Demand, Market Analysis, News, Historical and Forecast Data Report 2026 Edition,” presents a detailed examination of the PVC resin market, providing insights into both global and regional trends that are shaping prices. This report delves into the spot price of PVC resin at major ports and analyzes the composition of prices, including FOB and CIF terms. It also presents detailed PVC resin prices trend analysis by region, covering North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa. The factors affecting PVC resin 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.
The global PVC resin market size reached USD 49.5 Billion in 2025. By 2034, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 71.1 Billion, at a projected CAGR of 4.10% during 2026-2034. Market growth is being driven by steady demand for pipes, fittings and profiles in construction and infrastructure work, expanding consumption of wire and cable compounds and flexible films in packaging, and widening use of rigid and plasticized grades in flooring, profiles and medical tubing.
PVC resin is the common trading name for polyvinyl chloride, a thermoplastic polymer made from vinyl chloride monomer, also called chloroethene. It belongs to the family of chlorinated vinyl polymers and is supplied mainly as a white powder or as porous grains. The polymer chain carries the repeat unit C2H3Cl, so chlorine forms a substantial part of its mass. The resin is amorphous, rigid unless plasticized, and resistant to many acids, alkalis and alcohols. It is insoluble in water and in most hydrocarbons, but swells or dissolves in certain ketones and chlorinated solvents. Its chlorine content gives it useful flame resistance, and it is generally durable outdoors when suitably stabilized. Industrially it serves construction, electrical, packaging, automotive, medical and furniture sectors. In end use it is extruded into pipes, fittings, window profiles and siding, and compounded into wire and cable insulation. It is also calendered into films and flooring, molded into fittings, and plasticized into flexible sheet, hose and artificial leather.
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