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Recycled High-Density Polyethylene (R-HDPE) Price Trend Analysis 2026: Supply Demand Analysis, Historical Prices, Latest News, Price Drivers & Market Insights
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Recycled High-Density Polyethylene (R-HDPE) Price Trend Q3 2026
| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recycled High-Density Polyethylene (R-HDPE) | Germany | EXW | USD 1,400.00/MT | August 2026 |
| Recycled High-Density Polyethylene (R-HDPE) | India | CIF | USD 1,500.00/MT | August 2026 |
| Recycled High-Density Polyethylene (R-HDPE) | USA | CIF | USD 1,600.00/MT | August 2026 |
| Recycled High-Density Polyethylene (R-HDPE) | Brazil | CIF | USD 1,600.00/MT | August 2026 |
| Recycled High-Density Polyethylene (R-HDPE) | Japan | CIF | USD 1,400.00/MT | August 2026 |
| Recycled High-Density Polyethylene (R-HDPE) | Germany | EXW | USD 1,353.15/MT | July 2026 |
| Recycled High-Density Polyethylene (R-HDPE) | India | CIF | USD 1,460.15/MT | July 2026 |
| Recycled High-Density Polyethylene (R-HDPE) | USA | CIF | USD 1,540.15/MT | July 2026 |
| Recycled High-Density Polyethylene (R-HDPE) | Brazil | CIF | USD 1,500.00/MT | July 2026 |
| Recycled High-Density Polyethylene (R-HDPE) | Japan | CIF | USD 1,386.15/MT | July 2026 |
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Recycled High-Density Polyethylene (R-HDPE) Price Trend Q3 2026
- During Q3’26, Recycled High-Density Polyethylene (R-HDPE) prices firmed across major markets, following the recovery in virgin polyethylene as rising feedstock costs and tighter supply supported the wider market.
- Higher virgin HDPE prices, driven by stronger ethylene and crude costs, narrowed the discount for recycled material and encouraged converters to secure recycled supply.
- Packaging, container and pipe producers maintained steady demand for recycled resin, although cautious buying limited faster increases.
Asia
In India, the average price of Recycled High-Density Polyethylene (R-HDPE) rose from ~USD 1,460.15/MT (CIF) in July to ~USD 1,500.00/MT in August, an increase of ~2.7%. Japan edged up about 1.0%, from ~USD 1,386.15/MT (CIF) to ~USD 1,400.00/MT. Virgin HDPE import prices fell in early July as discounted US cargoes arrived in Asia, briefly reducing the appeal of recycled grades. From August, higher upstream costs, firmer producer offers and rising freight lifted virgin import costs, improving the competitiveness of recycled material. Plant maintenance in China during August also cut virgin supply. In India, higher replacement costs for imports supported recycled values, while Japanese buyers stayed more cautious, keeping gains modest.
Europe
In Germany, R-HDPE averaged approximately USD 1,353.15/MT (EXW) in July and rose to about USD 1,400.00/MT in August, a gain of ~3.5%. Virgin HDPE spot prices dropped in early July on weak demand and high converter stocks, but edged higher in August as ethylene costs increased. With regional olefins plants expected to run at about 70% in Q3, virgin supply stayed controlled, and steady packaging demand supported recycled grades.
North America
In the USA, average R-HDPE import prices increased from nearly USD 1,540.15/MT (CIF) in July to roughly USD 1,600.00/MT in August, up ~3.9%. Virgin polyethylene contracts fell in July, but producers sought increases for August, supported by tight global supply. Planned maintenance was expected to reduce regional operating rates to about 85% in Q3, and recycled resin values followed the firmer virgin trend despite cautious buying.
Analyst Insight
According to Procurement Resource, Recycled High-Density Polyethylene (R-HDPE) prices are expected to edge higher in the coming months as virgin resin costs firm and packaging demand stays steady, though cautious converter purchasing may limit gains.
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- R-HDPE markets remained firm to stable during Q2 2026 as limited quality recycled feedstock supported values despite cautious downstream buying.
- Virgin HDPE availability, crude-linked polymer costs and collection economics influenced recycled resin pricing, while supply of high-quality post-consumer material remained constrained.
- Packaging, consumer goods and recycled-content applications supported demand, but converters remained selective due to cost sensitivity and weaker buying momentum.
Asia
India recorded an average R-HDPE price of ~USD 1,279/MT (CIF) during June. Asian recycled HDPE conditions were supported by tighter virgin resin availability during parts of the quarter, which improved the relative value of recycled grades. China’s HDPE market faced maintenance-related supply reductions, supporting virgin resin replacement economics. However, weak converter demand limited stronger increases, keeping the recycled market balanced rather than strongly bullish. India benefited from growing recycled-content requirements and steady packaging demand, although price movement remained dependent on feedstock collection and quality availability.
Europe
Germany recorded another R-HDPE assessment of ~USD 1,478.99/MT (EXW) in June. European recycled HDPE markets remained supported by demand for certified recycled materials and sustainability-driven applications. High-quality grades maintained stronger market acceptance because supply remained limited, while lower-grade mixed material faced more competition. Virgin polymer movements continued influencing recycled resin economics, but cautious industrial purchasing prevented excessive upward movement. Packaging converters remained the main demand source, with buyers focusing on reliable supply and specification compliance.
North America
In the USA, R-HDPE averaged around ~USD 1,336/MT (CIF) in June. North American conditions remained stable as recycled resin demand from packaging applications and recycled-content commitments supported consumption. Higher virgin HDPE replacement costs provided underlying support, while collection volumes and processing economics influenced supplier margins. Buyers remained selective as converters managed costs and avoided excess inventories, limiting stronger price gains.
Analyst Insight
According to Procurement Resource, R-HDPE prices are expected to remain stable to firm as demand for recycled-content materials continues supporting the market, while improved virgin resin availability and cautious converter purchasing may restrict further increases.
About Recycled High-Density Polyethylene (R-HDPE)
The linear versions of polyethylene (PE) are known as Recycled High-density Polyethylene (R-HDPE). When this plastic-type is recycled, it is referred to as Recycled HDPE. HDPE is the most common plastic-type that is recycled on a large scale globally. This plastic is the easiest polymer to recycle owing to its unique properties, and thus, it is accepted at most of the recycling centres globally.
The Recycled HDPEs carry the universal symbol of number “2” in the recycling triangle and can be differentiated with its help. Due to its cost effective and environmental friendly nature, Recycled HDPE is increasingly being adopted over virgin HDPE in various industries.
Recycled High-Density Polyethylene (R-HDPE) Product Detail
Industrial Uses
Bottles and containers, Tupperware products, Packaging materials, Construction pipe, Ropes, Household goods (Plastic-based), Food packaging, Shampoo bottles, Etc.
Supplier Database
Veolia Environnement S.A, Envision Plastics Industries LLC, Clean Tech Incorporated, KW Plastics Recycling Division, Advanced Environmental Recycling Technologies, Inc, HAHN Plastics Ltd, LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V, SUEZ SA
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Asia Pacific
China, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Japan, Philippines, Vietnam, Iran, Thailand, South Korea, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Nepal, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, UAE, Israel, Hongkong, Singapore, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, Australia, and New Zealand
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
North America
United States and Canada
Latin America
Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Columbia, Chile, Ecuador, and Peru
Africa
South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, Algeria, Morocco
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Recycled High-Density Polyethylene (R-HDPE) Production Process
- Production of Recycled HDPE from Waste HDPE Films
In order to produce Recycled-High Density Polyethylene (R-HDPE) from waste HDPE films, the collected materials are first sorted and cleaned. Then, HDPE film recycling machinery crushes these plastic sheets into small pieces. The obtained material is finally melted and converted into pellets, which can be further transformed into a variety of products.
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