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Vinyl Chloride Price Trend Analysis 2026: Price Drivers, Supply Demand Analysis, Historical Prices, Market Insights & Latest News
Written ByPragati Agarwal
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Vinyl Chloride Latest Prices October 2026
| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl Chloride | China | FOB | USD 825.00/MT | October 2026 |
| Vinyl Chloride | USA | FOB | USD 1,049.00/MT | October 2026 |
| Vinyl Chloride | Germany | FOB | USD 940.00/MT | October 2026 |
| Vinyl Chloride | India | CIF | USD 1,005.00/MT | October 2026 |
| Vinyl Chloride | Japan | CIF | USD 868.00/MT | October 2026 |
| Vinyl Chloride | China | FOB | USD 750.00/MT | September 2026 |
| Vinyl Chloride | USA | FOB | USD 950.15/MT | September 2026 |
| Vinyl Chloride | Germany | FOB | USD 891.63/MT | September 2026 |
| Vinyl Chloride | India | CIF | USD 906.22/MT | September 2026 |
| Vinyl Chloride | Japan | CIF | USD 787.75/MT | September 2026 |
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Vinyl Chloride Price Trend Q2 2026
- Global vinyl chloride markets weakened through Q2’26 after entering April tight, as downstream PVC demand softened and previously disrupted supply chains gradually normalized.
- Feedstock pressure eased as ethylene costs softened from April highs, while maintenance outages initially restricted VCM availability across major Asian and European production hubs.
- Downstream demand weakened notably, with Chinese PVC exports falling 58.4% month on month in April, reducing VCM consumption despite earlier strong regional trade activity.
Asia
In China, the prices of Vinyl Chloride decreased from ~USD 817.00/MT and ~USD 605.00/MT during the second quarter of 2026. Asian VCM entered April with tight availability after major supply disruptions and elevated freight costs, while extensive maintenance restricted merchant supply. Taiwanese VCM units totalling 742,000 tonnes/year and three South Korean units with combined capacity of 960,000 tonnes/year underwent April maintenance. Additional Japanese and Southeast Asian shutdowns extended supply constraints into May and June. However, softer ethylene costs and weaker PVC economics reduced downstream purchasing, causing VCM conditions to decline from April highs. India’s temporary removal of customs duty on VCM from April 2 through June 30 also improved access to imported material.
Europe
In Germany, the prices of Vinyl Chloride were ~USD 943.00/MT in April and ~USD 726.00/MT in the last month of Q2’26, showing a ~23.0% decrease. European supply was initially restricted by scheduled maintenance at a 394,000 tonnes/year French VCM unit and a 400,000 tonnes/year German facility. Limited imports and elevated ethylene costs supported April conditions. However, persistently weak PVC demand, high inventories and subdued chemical-sector consumption prevented producers from sustaining stronger market levels as supply availability improved.
North America
In the United States, the prices of Vinyl Chloride were ~USD 904.00/MT in April and ~USD 760.00/MT in June, showing a ~15.9% decrease. Redirected international demand supported U.S. VCM early in Q2 as Asian and European disruptions increased overseas requirements. Reduced domestic capacity also tightened the supply base. However, weaker domestic vinyl-chain demand and easing global supply disruptions reduced upward pressure later in the quarter.
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According to Procurement Resource, VCM conditions are expected to remain stable to slightly soft as maintenance ends, feedstock pressure eases and PVC demand remains cautious.
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- Global vinyl chloride prices strengthened during Q1’26 as geopolitical shipping disruptions, elevated energy costs, and higher replacement values increased production cost pressure across major regions.
- Feedstock pressure intensified through rising ethylene, calcium carbide, utility, and freight expenses, particularly after disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz increased transportation and insurance costs globally.
- Downstream demand from pipes, fittings, cables, packaging films, and construction materials remained uneven, although improving export activity and resumed procurement supported Asian market sentiment.
Asia
In Asia, vinyl chloride prices moved upward during Q1’26 as stronger export activity, tighter freight availability, and improving overseas demand supported regional sentiment. Early-quarter market conditions remained cautious due to slow domestic construction demand and comfortable supply levels. However, procurement activity improved from February onward as export orders strengthened and downstream buyers gradually returned to the market. By March, logistical disruptions and elevated marine insurance costs linked to the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz tightened regional supply chains and significantly increased delivered costs.
Europe
In Europe, vinyl chloride prices followed a firm trend during Q1’26 as energy-intensive production faced higher operating and import replacement costs. Shipping delays and rising freight charges linked to Middle East disruptions increased the cost of imported raw materials and finished products, while producers adjusted offers upward to protect margins. However, weak downstream construction activity restricted stronger market gains, with euro area construction output declining by 0.2% month-on-month in February 2026. Demand from building materials, industrial profiles, and infrastructure applications remained moderate despite elevated cost pressure.
North America
In North America, vinyl chloride prices remained relatively stable early in Q1’26 before strengthening toward the quarter close as higher freight, energy, and export replacement costs improved sentiment. Although the region remained less exposed to direct Hormuz-related supply disruptions due to stronger domestic production, rising global logistics expenses and energy-market volatility supported pricing. Demand from construction-related applications, including pipes, fittings, and infrastructure materials, remained steady and continued supporting downstream consumption throughout the quarter.
About Vinyl Chloride
Vinyl chloride is a colourless, volatile, and toxic gas belonging to the class of organ halogen compounds. It is primarily used to manufacture Polyvinyl chloride (PVC), a widely used plastic with numerous applications. Vinyl Chloride can cause damage to the liver and is classified as a human carcinogen; hence due to its toxic nature, it is extensively used to make PVC which is stable and non-toxic.
Vinyl Chloride Product Detail
HS Code
290321
Chemical Formula
C2H3Cl
CAS Number
75-01-4
Molecular Weight
62.49 g/mol
Industrial Uses
Paints/Coatings, Sealants, Polymers/Plastics, Refrigerants, Automotives
Synonyms
Chloroethene, Chloroethylene, Vinyl chloride monomer (VCM)
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BASF, Formosa Plastics, Occidental Petroleum, The Dow Chemical Company, Westlake Chemical
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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
CurrencyUS$ (Data can also be provided in local currency)
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Vinyl Chloride Production Processes
- Vinyl Chloride Production from Ethylene Dichloride: Vinyl Chloride Production from Ethylene and Chlorine; Vinyl Chloride Production from Acetylene; Vinyl Chloride Production from Ethane and Chlorine.
- Vinyl Chloride Production from Ethylene and Chlorine: In this method, ethylene is converted to 1,2-dichloroethane (ethylene chloride) by reaction with chlorine. Then, 1,2-dichloroethane is heated in the presence of a charcoal catalyst giving vinyl chloride.
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