This chart shows Polybutylene Terephthalate price assessments, in US Dollar per metric ton (USD/mt), across 3 key markets from November 2024 through November 2025:
- 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
About Polybutylene Terephthalate Prices
Polybutylene Terephthalate Price Outlook. The price of Polybutylene Terephthalate (United States) increased during November 2025 to 2,440 USD per metric ton, which represents a considerable rise of 16% compared to the previous month’s value. On a year-over-year basis, the prices of Polybutylene Terephthalate (United States) decreased significantly by 15%. Meanwhile, the average price of Polybutylene Terephthalate (Europe) amounted to 1,980 USD per metric ton, from 2,140 USD per metric ton one year earlier. On a month-over-month basis, the price of Polybutylene Terephthalate (Europe) is 11% higher than the price one month before.
The price of Polybutylene Terephthalate (Northeast Asia) rose considerably throughout November 2025, reaching 1,900 USD per metric ton. The price is 11% higher than the average price in the previous month and 8% higher than the average price one year before.
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About Polybutylene Terephthalate
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.