Overview
Global recycled polymer markets are volatile and fragmented, shaped by shifting policy, feedstock dynamics and competitive pressures. Reliable forward-looking insight is essential for planning and procurement decisions.
The Argus Recycled Polymers Outlook delivers rolling 24-month forecasts for global rPET and rPolyolefins (rPP, rHDPE, rLL/LDPE), with coverage across Europe, North America and Northeast and Southeast Asia. Presented in a visual, commercially focused format, the Outlook combines forecast price tables, trend charts and concise commentary for fast decision-making.
The service also integrates virgin polymer market insight, presenting spreads between virgin and recycled prices to show how virgin trends impact recycled resin margins.
A PowerPoint PDF report is delivered to your inbox each month, and accompanying Excel data files can be accessed via Argus Direct - our interactive platform for dynamic dashboards, downloadable data and publications.
Key features
Global service
Comprehensive coverage of recycled polymer markets across Europe, North America and Asia in a single, integrated service.
Rolling forecasts and history
24-month forward view and 12-month historical dataset updated monthly for rPET and rPolyolefins.
Legislation summaries
Monthly factsheets summarising in-place and upcoming regulations with clear interpretations for fast reference.
Virgin polymer interaction
Insight into virgin-recycled price relationships to support margin analysis and procurement decisions.
Chemical recycling outlooks
Capacity forecasts assessed for technical and economic viability, displayed in clear charts by region and year.
Visual format
Concise commentary and trend-focused charts for rapid internal use and strategic alignment.
Customers that benefit
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Plastics converters, recyclers and packaging manufacturers
Use forecasts and regional pricing insight to plan budgets, evaluate supplier strategies and align sustainability targets. -
Traders and distributors
Leverage global coverage to assess arbitrage opportunities and support negotiations with independent forecasts.
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Brand owners and end users with sustainability targets
Track recycled content compliance and understand how legislation impacts supply and pricing.
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Integrated producers and chemical companies
Compare resin types and regions to identify viable investment opportunities and manage feedstock risk. -
Financial and advisory firms
Use independent forecasts and legislative insight to support investment cases and risk assessments.

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