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Data Legend. The chart above shows Polybutylene Terephthalate price assessments in USA Dollar per metric ton (USD/mt) in 3 locations, as follows:
- Polybutylene Terephthalate, US (United States): Polybutylene Terephthalate, import transaction price, cif, United States
- Polybutylene Terephthalate, EUR (Europe): Polybutylene Terephthalate, domestic spot price, exw, Northwest Europe
- Polybutylene Terephthalate, NEA (Northeast Asia): Polybutylene Terephthalate, export transaction price, fob, Taiwan
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Polybutylene Terephthalate Price Outlook. The price of Polybutylene Terephthalate (United States) increased during April 2019 to 2,340 USD per metric ton, which represents a slight rise of 0.4% compared to the previous month’s value. On a year-over-year basis, the prices of Polybutylene Terephthalate (United States) increased by 5%. Meanwhile, the average price of Polybutylene Terephthalate (Europe) amounted to 1,910 USD per metric ton, from 1,940 USD per metric ton one year earlier. On a month-over-month basis, the price of Polybutylene Terephthalate (Europe) is 4% lower than the price one month before.
The price of Polybutylene Terephthalate (Northeast Asia) declined throughout April 2019, reaching 1,800 USD per metric ton. The price is 4% lower than the average price in the previous month and 4% lower than the average price one year before.
About Polybutylene Terephthalate. Polybutylene Terephthalate (a.k.a. PBT) is a crystalline thermoplastic polyester resin with qualities ideally suited to an injection molding resin. PBT has similar properties and composition to polyethylene terephthalate. It is obtained by polycondensation of terephthalic acid or 1,4-butanediol with dimethyl terephthalate. In addition, this commodity is solvent resistant, barely shrinks during forming, and is mechanically strong.
Polybutylene Terephthalate Handling. Recommended materials for bulk storage of the PBT include LDPE, HDPE, Aluminum, and Carbon Steel (grounded). Such containers should be protected from direct sunlight and in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from strong oxidizing materials.
Polybutylene Terephthalate Production. Raw materials and the respective production processes employed in the manufacturing of Polybutylene Terephthalate are listed below.
- 1,4-butanediol + terephthalic acid/dimethyl terephthalate (ester formation)
Polybutylene Terephthalate Uses. The uses and applications of Polybutylene Terephthalate may vary according to its specification. The main forms of Polybutylene Terephthalate are FDA grade; and USDA grade.
