This chart shows Polybutylene Terephthalate price assessments, in US Dollar per metric ton (USD/mt), across 3 key markets from April 2025 through April 2026:
- 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) decreased during April 2026 to 2,170 USD per metric ton, which represents a considerable decline of 19% compared to the previous month’s value. On a year-over-year basis, the price of Polybutylene Terephthalate (United States) decreased significantly by 17%. Meanwhile, the price of Polybutylene Terephthalate (Europe) increased during April 2026 to 1,920 USD per metric ton, which represents a considerable rise of 8% compared to the previous month’s value. On a year-over-year basis, the price of Polybutylene Terephthalate (Europe) decreased significantly by 20%.
The price of Polybutylene Terephthalate (Northeast Asia) increased during April 2026 to 1,910 USD per metric ton, which represents a considerable rise of 14% compared to the previous month’s value. On a year-over-year basis, the price of Polybutylene Terephthalate (Northeast Asia) increased significantly by 21%.
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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.