Recycled PET Prices, Trend, Chart, Demand, Market Analysis, News, Historical and Forecast Data Report 2025 Edition
Recycled PET Price Trend, Index and Forecast
Track the latest insights on recycled PET 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.
Recycled PET Prices Outlook Q3 2025
- USA: USD 1264/MT
- China: USD 780/MT
- Germany: USD 1401/MT
- India: USD 795/MT
- Brazil: USD 1097/MT
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During the third quarter of 2025, the recycled PET prices in the USA reached 1264 USD/MT in September. Price levels were influenced by moderate demand from beverage and packaging converters, while abundant feedstock availability weighed on upward momentum. Production costs remained stable, but logistics and freight surcharges added incremental pressures. Export flows were disrupted by shifting tariff regimes, causing margin compression among recyclers and reducing the ability to pass on downstream.
During the third quarter of 2025, the recycled PET prices in China reached 780 USD/MT in September. The tight availability of imported bales and rerouted cargoes from Southeast Asia created a mild upward influence, yet domestic demand growth decelerated as packaging sectors moderated procurement. Logistic improvements and steady domestic production muted significant price jumps. Currency stability helped maintain predictable import cost structures, while environmental compliance and export orientation added cost burdens.
During the third quarter of 2025, the recycled PET prices in Germany reached 1401 USD/MT in September. German pricing was underpinned by strong downstream demand for sustainable packaging and increased adoption of rPET among converters. At the same time, rising energy and labor costs for recyclers, along with logistic and port handling surcharges, elevated production cost bases. Feedstock collection challenges and regulatory compliance strengthened supplier pricing power.
During the third quarter of 2025, the recycled PET prices in India reached 795 USD/MT in September. Indian pricing faced headwinds from weak downstream procurement, ample raw material availability, and delayed restocking by converters awaiting clarity on tariffs and import flows. Domestic logistics disruptions, including monsoon-related transport issues and regional infrastructure bottlenecks, affected cost pass-through. Currency fluctuations and import duty recalibrations weighed on importer margins.
During the third quarter of 2025, the recycled PET prices in Brazil reached 1097 USD/MT in September. In Brazil, the rPET market contended with moderate demand from packaging converters, while local supply chain inefficiencies and freight cost escalation increased cost bases. Export opportunities were restricted, limiting margin expansion. Domestic collection and sorting infrastructure remained under pressure, translating into elevated feedstock costs for processors. Exchange-rate volatility also affected import-derived inputs.
Recycled PET Prices Outlook Q2 2025
- USA: USD 1238/MT
- China: USD 785/MT
- Germany: USD 1342/MT
- India: USD 803/MT
- Brazil: USD 1115/MT
During the second quarter of 2025, the recycled PET prices in the USA reached 1238 USD/MT in June. In the USA, recycled PET prices in Q2 2025 were primarily influenced by fluctuations in the availability of post-consumer plastic feedstock due to variable collection rates across major states. Operational disruptions at key material recovery facilities impacted bale supply. Additionally, sustained demand from the beverage packaging and textile sectors contributed to stable consumption. Transportation costs and labor availability also played a role in shaping price dynamics.
During the second quarter of 2025, recycled PET prices in China reached 785 USD/MT in June. In China, prices of recycled PET during Q2 2025 were impacted by tightened domestic regulations on plastic waste handling and recycling certifications. Seasonal shifts in PET bottle collection volumes and limited feedstock availability due to intensified inspection of imported waste streams added supply pressure. On the demand side, strong activity from the packaging and fiber manufacturing sectors sustained procurement momentum, influencing market behavior.
During the second quarter of 2025, the recycled PET prices in Germany reached 1342 USD/MT in June. Recycled PET prices in Germany during Q2 2025 were influenced by restricted collection volumes following several public sector strikes affecting municipal waste services. Energy prices for recyclers remained volatile, affecting processing costs. Demand from the food-grade packaging sector remained strong due to regulatory incentives promoting recycled content usage. Import dynamics also affected the market, particularly the reduced inflow of competitively priced material from Eastern Europe.
During the second quarter of 2025, the recycled PET prices in India reached 803 USD/MT in June. In India, Q2 2025 prices for recycled PET were shaped by inconsistent collection efficiency across urban and semi-urban regions, impacting the availability of high-quality feedstock. Increased operating costs among small and mid-sized recycling firms contributed to supply constraints. Concurrently, demand from the packaging and textile sectors remained active, while changes in import duties on recycled plastics also influenced domestic pricing structures.
During the second quarter of 2025, the recycled PET prices in Brazil reached 1115 USD/MT in June. In Brazil, the pricing of recycled PET in Q2 2025 was affected by irregular feedstock supply due to regional disparities in collection infrastructure, particularly in the North and Northeast. Rising electricity costs impacted processing margins for recyclers. Meanwhile, demand from the beverage and construction sectors remained robust. Policy-driven procurement by brands pursuing sustainability goals further supported consistent downstream buying activity.
Recycled PET Prices Outlook Q1 2025
- USA: USD 1213/MT
- China: USD 822/MT
- Germany: USD 1307/MT
During the first quarter of 2025, the recycled PET prices in the USA reached 1213 USD/MT in March. As per the recycled PET price chart, the market remained stable. Stable prices were a result of consistent procurement activity, especially from the packaging industry. Favorable recycling circumstances and a sufficient domestic supply helped to maintain this stability. However, substantial price growth was constrained by competition from less expensive virgin PET.
During the first quarter of 2025, the recycled PET prices in China reached 822 USD/MT in March. The market in China started with a comparatively steady outlook. However, due to recyclers' excess inventory and the gloomy post-holiday market, prices gradually fell. After the Lunar New Year, the textile and packaging industries gradually restarted operations, although there was little restocking activity.
During the first quarter of 2025, the recycled PET prices in Germany reached 1307 USD/MT in March. January started off on a downward track as a result of lower downstream procurement and less activity in the packaging sector. A slight rebound in early February, however, indicated that market sentiment was improving. By March, domestic demand was increased by restocking inventory and lowering imports from Eastern Europe.
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Regional Coverage
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 recycled PET prices.
Europe Recycled PET Price Trend
Q3 2025:
In Q3 2025, the recycled PET price index in Europe exhibited a firm upward trajectory as supply-side constraints and premium demand for recycled content drove market support. German and other West European markets were buoyed by regulatory mandates and rising procurement of rPET by major brands. Elevated logistics and energy costs elevated recyclers’ minimum acceptable price levels. At the same time, increased competition for durable-goods and packaging applications lifted downstream demand.
Q2 2025:
As per the recycled PET price index, recycled PET prices in Europe in Q2 2025 were influenced by lower collection volumes due to labor disruptions in municipal recycling services and declining return rates in deposit systems. Energy price volatility affected production costs across recycling facilities. Additionally, strong regulatory pressure to increase recycled content in food-grade packaging sustained procurement demand. Supply chain interruptions from Eastern European suppliers further added to market tightness.
Q1 2025:
As per the recycled PET price index, the market in Europe fluctuated due to decreased downstream procurement and low activity in the packaging sector. A slight rebound in early February, however, indicated that market sentiment was improving. By March, domestic demand was elevated by restocking inventory and lowering imports from Eastern Europe. Due to strong demand from downstream industries getting ready for the next quarter and limited supply, prices increased in comparison to February.
This analysis can be extended to include detailed recycled PET price information for a comprehensive list of countries.
| 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. |
North America Recycled PET Price Trend
Q3 2025:
In Q3 2025, the recycled PET price index in North America showed modest recovery as conversion remains resilient in the packaging sector. In the USA, although feedstock supply was abundant, cost inflation in logistics and compliance reinforced floor prices. Export flow disruptions and tariff realignments caused some supply rerouting, tightening domestic availability in certain corridors. Buyers exhibited selective procurement behavior, responding to sustainability commitments rather than aggressive restocking. Overall, these dynamics combined to moderate upward pressure on pricing across North America.
Q2 2025:
As per the recycled PET price index, in North America, the market experienced supply-side constraints driven by seasonal fluctuations in post-consumer bottle collection. Operational inefficiencies at material recovery facilities in key regions contributed to lower bale availability. At the same time, steady demand from the beverage, personal care, and textile sectors supported consistent offtake. Changes in transportation costs and regional policy developments also impacted pricing trends.
Q1 2025:
The market went through a period of stability in March 2025. Consistent buying activity, especially from the packaging industry, helped keep prices stable in the US. Favorable recycling circumstances and a sufficient domestic supply helped to maintain this stability. However, substantial price growth was constrained by competition from the less expensive virgin PET. Due to normalized demand and high recycler inventory levels, market mood remained cautious by March, and prices were lower than in February.
Specific recycled PET historical data within the United States and Canada can also be provided.
| Region | Countries Covered |
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| North America | United States and Canada |
Middle East and Africa Recycled PET Price Trend
Q3 2025:
As per the recycled PET price chart, the prices in the Middle East and Africa fluctuated due to a complex interplay of factors, primarily driven by supply chain disruptions, seasonal demand shifts, and geopolitical influences.
Q2 2025:
The report explores the recycled PET trends and recycled PET price chart in the Middle East and Africa, considering factors like regional industrial growth, the availability of natural resources, and geopolitical tensions that uniquely influence market prices.
In addition to region-wise data, information on recycled PET prices for countries can also be provided.
| 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. |
Asia Pacific Recycled PET Price Trend
Q3 2025:
In Q3 2025, the Asia Pacific region’s recycled PET market reflected mixed trends as diverse country-specific conditions tempered unified movement. In China, moderate supply constraints and rerouted cargoes offered some pricing support, whereas in India the weak converter demand and high logistics costs applied downward pressure. Collection infrastructure bottlenecks and transportation cost variability across Asia affected landed cost differentially. Export flows from Asia to Europe and North America shifted, altering domestic feedstock availability and moderating regional upward momentum.
Q2 2025:
Across the Asia Pacific region, recycled PET prices during Q2 2025 were impacted by constrained feedstock availability due to inconsistent collection performance, particularly in urban centers. In China and Southeast Asia, stricter environmental enforcement limited the inflow of imported waste plastic, tightening supply. Concurrently, demand from the packaging and fiber industries remained firm, while rising operational costs among recyclers influenced overall market conditions.
Q1 2025:
In the Asia-Pacific region, the recycled PET market exhibited mixed dynamics across major economies. In China, the quarter began with relatively stable sentiment, but prices steadily declined due to bearish post-holiday demand and excess inventory among recyclers. Packaging and textile sectors resumed operations gradually following the Lunar New Year, but restocking activity remained limited. Export inquiries were average, and there was ample availability of post-consumer PET bales, thus exerting pressure on prices. Market participants adopted a cautious approach amid economic uncertainties and reduced downstream offtake.
This recycled PET price analysis can be expanded to include a comprehensive list of countries within the region.
| 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. |
Latin America Recycled PET Price Trend
Q3 2025:
In Q3 2025, the Latin America region experienced modest downward pressure on recycled PET pricing as demand from packaging and textile sectors cooled. Brazil and neighboring countries contended with elevated logistics cost, collection system inefficiencies and relatively weak export activity, leading to margin compression. Domestic enterprises delayed restocking and prioritized inventories, restraining immediate price escalation. Import feedstock flows remained subject to freight and customs tariff uncertainty, which limited upside potential and resulted in mild softness in regional pricing.
Q2 2025:
In Latin America, particularly Brazil, recycled PET pricing in Q2 2025 was shaped by fragmented waste collection systems, which limited the volume of high-quality input material. Elevated electricity costs and logistical inefficiencies in moving bales between regions increased production expenses. At the same time, strong demand from the beverage and building materials sectors, along with brand-led sustainability targets, supported ongoing market activity.
Q1 2025:
Latin America's recycled PET market is predominantly influenced by its rich natural reserves, particularly in countries like Chile and Brazil. However, political instability and inconsistent regulatory frameworks can lead to significant volatility in recycled PET prices. Infrastructure challenges and logistical inefficiencies often impact the supply chain, affecting the region's ability to meet international demand consistently. Moreover, the recycled PET price index, economic fluctuations, and currency devaluation are critical factors that need to be considered when analyzing recycled PET pricing trends in this region.
This comprehensive review can be extended to include specific countries within the region.
| Region | Countries Covered |
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| Latin America | Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Columbia, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru, among other Latin American countries. |
Recycled PET Pricing Report, Market Analysis, and News
IMARC's latest publication, “Recycled PET Prices, Trend, Chart, Demand, Market Analysis, News, Historical and Forecast Data Report 2025 Edition,” presents a detailed examination of the recycled PET market, providing insights into both global and regional trends that are shaping prices. This report delves into the spot price of recycled PET at major ports and analyzes the composition of prices, including FOB and CIF terms. It also presents detailed recycled PET prices trend analysis by region, covering North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East and Africa. The factors affecting recycled PET 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.
Recycled PET Industry Analysis
The global recycled PET market size reached USD 7.50 Billion in 2025. By 2034, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 12.24 Billion, at a projected CAGR of 5.60% during 2026-2034. The market is primarily driven by major brand commitments to recycled content, regulatory mandates for post-consumer material use and rising demand in packaging and textile sectors.
Latest News and Developments:
- September 2025: Eastman, a global innovator in sustainable materials, and Doloop, a leading name in PET packaging, announced a collaboration aimed at advancing eco-friendly beverage packaging and supporting the transition toward a circular economy. The partners introduced a pioneering 100% recycled PET (rPET) beverage bottle, engineered for full performance without compromise, at Drinktec 2025.
Product Description
Recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) represents a significant advancement in sustainable materials, derived from post-consumer PET products such as plastic bottles and containers. Through advanced recycling processes, PET waste is transformed into high-quality rPET, retaining the material's original properties, including durability, clarity, and strength. This recycled material is widely used in various industries, including packaging, textiles, and automotive, contributing to reduced environmental impact by minimizing landfill waste and lowering carbon emissions.
Additionally, rPET production requires less energy compared to virgin PET, further enhancing its ecological benefits. As a versatile and cost-effective alternative, rPET supports circular economy initiatives, encouraging the continuous reuse of resources. Moreover, rPET embodies an essential component in the transition towards a more sustainable and resource-efficient global economy.
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