US EVA Market Weakens on Sluggish Demand, High Stocks; Late Q4 Stabilization Possible
Peter Schmidt15-Sep-2025
US medium-grade EVA export prices fell in early September 2025, following weaker ethylene costs and pressured by high inventories, delayed Gulf Coast maintenance, and sluggish demand. Oversupply and cautious buying kept sentiment bearish, offering little relief to exporters. Prices could stabilize if maintenance schedules proceed, domestic demand picks up, and exports strengthen 鈥� with a possible rebound late in Q4 if fundamentals improve.
Key Highlights
EVA market sentiments declined in line with weaker ethylene feedstock costs.
High inventories and delayed Gulf Coast maintenance added supply pressure.
Export demand from Latin America and Asia remained sluggish.
Stabilization possible if demand recovers and inventories ease in late Qx.
In early September xxxx, spot market sentiments for medium-grade ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) in the US slipped further, pressured by reduced consumer demand, high inventories, and a bearish mood across the value chain. The decline closely tracked weakness in the upstream ethylene market, to which EVA pricing is highly sensitive, given ethylene鈥檚 role as its primary feedstock. Market participants pointed to a combination of postponed Gulf Coast plant maintenance and stockpiling by traders as key factors behind the latest drop, with sellers facing limited leverage to hold prices firm.
According to the sources, EVA quick response to falling...
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