Understanding PP prices
Raw materials and production
Polypropylene is a thermoplastic made from propylene. Different grades vary in molecular structure, processing characteristics and impact performance. Additives can modify properties, so a resin family name alone does not identify every commercial product.
Applications and consumption
Packaging, fibres, household articles, vehicle components and appliances consume polypropylene. Injection moulding, extrusion and fibre production require different grades. Demand therefore follows several manufacturing sectors rather than a single end use.
What affects PP prices?
Propylene costs, plant operating rates, energy and downstream orders influence polypropylene prices. Import availability and stocks can change local supply. Grade, melt-flow specification and delivery terms are important when comparing a benchmark resin price with a supplier offer.
How to read PP price today
This page follows PP 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 PP
What is PP price today?
The latest available value is 10,750.00 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 PP prices?
Propylene costs, plant operating rates, energy and downstream orders influence polypropylene prices. Import availability and stocks can change local supply. Grade, melt-flow specification and delivery terms are important when comparing a benchmark resin price with a supplier offer.
What is PP used for in everyday life and industry?
Packaging, fibres, household articles, vehicle components and appliances consume polypropylene. Injection moulding, extrusion and fibre production require different grades. Demand therefore follows several manufacturing sectors rather than a single end use.
Why can local PP 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 PP 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.