This chart shows LLDPE price assessments, in US Dollar per metric ton (USD/mt), across 6 key markets from April 2025 through April 2026:
- LLDPE, CN (China): LLDPE, domestic spot price, exw, East China
- LLDPE, AFR (Africa): LLDPE, import spot price, cif, South Africa (netforward from fob Saudi Arabia)
- LLDPE, MDE (Middle East): LLDPE, export spot price, fob, Saudi Arabia (netback from cif China)
- LLDPE (C4 film), EUR (Europe): LLDPE (butene film grade), domestic contract price, ddp, Northwest Europe
- LLDPE (C6 film), EUR (Europe): LLDPE (hexene film grade), domestic contract price, ddp, Northwest Europe
- LLDPE (Film), US (United States): LLDPE (film grade), domestic spot price, dpu, US Gulf
- LLDPE (Injection), US (United States): LLDPE (injection molding grade), domestic contract price, dpu, US Gulf
- LLDPE, SEA (Southeast Asia): LLDPE, import spot price, cif, India (netforward from fob Saudi Arabia)
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LLDPE Price Outlook. The price of LLDPE (Middle East) increased during April 2026 to 1,160 USD per metric ton, which represents a considerable rise of 20% compared to the previous month’s value. On a year-over-year basis, the price of LLDPE (Middle East) increased significantly by 21%. Meanwhile, the price of LLDPE (Southeast Asia) increased during April 2026 to 1,210 USD per metric ton, which represents a considerable rise of 20% compared to the previous month’s value. On a year-over-year basis, the price of LLDPE (Southeast Asia) increased significantly by 21%.
The price of LLDPE (China) increased during April 2026 to 1,250 USD per metric ton, which represents a considerable rise of 20% compared to the previous month’s value. On a year-over-year basis, the price of LLDPE (China) increased significantly by 19%. Meanwhile, the price of LLDPE (Injection, United States) increased during April 2026 to 1,900 USD per metric ton, which represents a considerable rise of 31% compared to the previous month’s value. On a year-over-year basis, the price of LLDPE (Injection, United States) increased significantly by 56%.
The price of LLDPE (C6 film, Europe) increased during April 2026 to 2,590 USD per metric ton, which represents a considerable rise of 65% compared to the previous month’s value. On a year-over-year basis, the price of LLDPE (C6 film, Europe) increased significantly by 79%.
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About LLDPE
About LLDPE. LLDPE (a.k.a. Linear Low Density Polyethylene), one of the prominent polyethylene types, forms a copolymer through the combination of ethylene and alpha-olefins. Among the commercially employed comonomers, notable examples of short-chain branches include 1-butene, 1-hexene, and 1-octene. The physical and mechanical characteristics of LLDPE are influenced by various factors, including density, type, and quantity of the comonomer, as well as molecular weight (MW) and molecular weight distribution (MWD). Compared to Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE), conventional LLDPE distinguishes itself by exhibiting a narrower molecular weight distribution and the absence of long-chain branching. These distinctions play a significant role in defining the unique properties of LLDPE.
The physical and mechanical attributes of Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) are intricately influenced by multiple factors, encompassing density, type, and quantity of comonomer, also known as short-chain branches, as well as molecular weight (MW) and molecular weight distribution (MWD). The short chains associated with the comonomer impart interruptions in the polymer chain, hindering the formation of crystalline structures and impeding the attainment of high densities. LLDPE is manufactured on a commercial scale through low-pressure polymerization processes. Key technologies employed in its production encompass slurry, solution, and gas phase processes, each offering suitable means to generate LLDPE in various industrial settings.
There are the main types of LLDPE, according to the comonomer used: LLDPE butene, LLDPE hexene and LLDPE octene.
LLDPE Handling. Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) is transported in substantial volumes via rail using hopper cars. Conversely, for smaller quantities, LLDPE is packaged and shipped in corrugated cardboard boxes, facilitating convenient handling and transportation. To ensure the preservation of its properties, LLDPE should be stored in a cool environment that allows for proper ventilation.
LLDPE Production. Raw materials and the respective production processes employed in the manufacturing of LLDPE are listed below.
- Ethylene (slurry polymerization)
- Ethylene (solution polymerization)
- Ethylene (gas-phase fluidized-bed polymerization)
LLDPE Uses. Film grade represents the largest application for LLDPE resins, comprising over 80% of overall consumption and nearly 90% for metallocene-derived LLDPE resins. LLDPE films exhibit high tensile strength, puncture resistance, toughness, and superior low-temperature properties compared to conventional LDPE films. In stretch film applications, where low modulus, high strength, elongation, and puncture resistance are critical, both blown and die-cast LLDPE/VLDPE films are employed. Ethylene/1-butene copolymers are the cheapest but have lower film strength compared with ethylene/1-hexene and ethylene/1-octene copolymers. LLDPE resins find significant use in injection-molded products, constituting 7% of their consumption. Compared to high-pressure LDPE, ethylene/1-butene LLDPE demonstrates superior mechanical properties, offering better impact strength and stress-cracking resistance.