Understanding LDPE prices
Raw materials and production
Polyethylene is a thermoplastic produced from ethylene. High-density, low-density and linear low-density grades have different molecular structures and properties. Density, melt flow and additives influence the suitability for a particular processing method.
Applications and consumption
Bottles, pipes, packaging films, household goods and cable applications consume polyethylene grades. Rigid items and flexible films require different resin characteristics. Manufacturers choose a grade for the product and equipment rather than treating all polyethylene as interchangeable.
What affects LDPE prices?
Ethylene and energy costs, plant output, packaging demand and inventory levels influence resin prices. Availability of recycled material may affect some applications. Density class, processing grade and additives are important when comparing HDPE, LDPE and LLDPE quotations.
How to read LDPE price today
This page follows LDPE in China. The price type is Spot assessment, with values expressed in CNY/t. Compare quotations only after matching the product specification, unit, market and publication period. Changes in the chart describe the recorded series; they do not measure every transaction in the wider market. A local purchase may include freight, processing, taxes or dealer margins. Differences in quality or delivery conditions can therefore produce a different final cost even when the reference price is unchanged.
The latest dated observation is the reference available on this page. Trading holidays or publication delays can leave the displayed date earlier than today; this is not a live tick feed.
Further reading: British Plastics Federation — materials and applications ↗
Frequently asked questions about LDPE
What is LDPE price today?
The latest available value is 12,633.33 CNY/t, for 10/16/2026. It represents Spot assessment. Check the displayed period and market before treating it as a quotation for a purchase today. The latest dated observation is the reference available on this page. Trading holidays or publication delays can leave the displayed date earlier than today; this is not a live tick feed.
What affects LDPE prices?
Ethylene and energy costs, plant output, packaging demand and inventory levels influence resin prices. Availability of recycled material may affect some applications. Density class, processing grade and additives are important when comparing HDPE, LDPE and LLDPE quotations.
What is LDPE used for in everyday life and industry?
Bottles, pipes, packaging films, household goods and cable applications consume polyethylene grades. Rigid items and flexible films require different resin characteristics. Manufacturers choose a grade for the product and equipment rather than treating all polyethylene as interchangeable.
Why can local LDPE prices differ from this chart?
Local offers may include delivery, processing, taxes and commercial margins. Differences in quality, product form, market and contract timing can also change the price. Compare the same specification and unit before drawing conclusions.
Where can I compare historical LDPE prices?
Use the price chart and dated history table on this page, or download the CSV. Choose a period and keep the market, product and units consistent. Missing publication dates are not filled with invented observations.