For the week which ended on 19 September 2025, the PBAT markets moved at different rates in different regions. In Europe and China, the markets remained stable and production was steady; there was balanced supply and consistent demand for packaging, agriculture, and biodegradable films. Imports helped fill any gaps in demand without disrupting the equilibrium, and feedstock costs were stable. In China, production remained steady, and a recent announcement about a new project to expand PBAT and Polyethylene terephthalate glycol (PETG) capacity indicates confidence in future demand, but did not affect short-term trends. In the U.S., however, PBAT prices edged a little higher this week due to imports from Asia and seasonal packaging demand. Looking ahead, we expect markets in Europe and China to remain stable, while the U.S. market may experience some upward pressure if feedstock costs increase, and/or if seasonal demand comes into play.
