Polycarbonate Price Trend and Forecast: Top 10 Leading Trading Countries and Regions - Latest Edition [2026]

The Expert Market Research pricing report on Polycarbonate provides insights into the top 10 leading trading countries and regions.

Polycarbonate price trends have seen various fluctuations throughout 2024. The price of polycarbonate is impacted by factors such as the raw materials market, energy costs, changes in demand and supply, and regulatory and government policies. With China responsible for the highest global polycarbonate production, fluctuations in the availability and cost of raw materials like bis-phenol and phosgene also influence the market price. In Q1 2025, polycarbonate prices fell across regions due to oversupply and weak demand from key sectors like automotive, electronics, and construction, driven by economic uncertainty and reduced industrial activity.

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Fluctuating crude oil prices have a direct impact on the cost of polycarbonate, as oil is a key raw material in its production. When crude oil prices rise, the production costs for polycarbonate increase, which can lead to higher prices for the material.

Polycarbonate Price Forecast

The graph illustrates the polycarbonate price trends from October 2024 to June 2025 across various countries, including China, India, the USA, the UAE, and Australia. The price lines show notable fluctuations, with prices slightly decreasing & increasing compared with different countries.

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Broader macroeconomic factors affecting polycarbonate price forecast include the increasing use of polycarbonates in automotive applications during the forecast period. The superior physical and chemical qualities of polycarbonate sheets are a key factor driving the market's rising demand from end-use industries. Hollow polycarbonates are excellent thermal insulators, making them a popular choice for wire insulation in the electrical and electronics industries.

Global Trade and Supply Chain Implications

In recent years, fluctuating crude oil prices, along with the ongoing Russia- Ukraine conflict, have disrupted the supply chain, leading to significant price changes for polycarbonate sheets. These supply chain disruptions have been further intensified by price-sensitive clients and potential import challenges, causing increased volatility in polycarbonate pricing.

China's government announced that polycarbonate imported from Taiwan would be subject to anti-dumping duties, a move that will likely have significant effects on global polycarbonate prices and supply chains. The imposition of these duties will increase the cost of Taiwanese polycarbonate imports to China, potentially driving up prices in the Chinese market. As China is a major player in the global polycarbonate supply chain, this price hike could lead to higher costs worldwide, especially for countries that rely on Chinese imports.

Feedstock Analysis

Pricing analysis for polycarbonate is predominantly controlled by Bisphenol A (BPA), whose value began to fall sharply in 2024 owing to weaker demand and high inventory levels, especially in Asia and the USA. A fall in the price of feedstocks directly affecting BPA, mainly consisting of phenol and acetone, normally stems from crude oil price volatility coupled with refinery output. Any supply disruption of these raw materials will add more cost pressures on the entire market outlook.

Besides feedstock costs, polycarbonate pricing is sharply dictated by trade policy, geopolitical tensions, and industry-specific demand shifts. The automotive and electronics sectors lagged in 2024, which weakened demand for BPA and caused prices for polycarbonate to decrease in the USA and Asia, but European pricing juiced a 1.6% increase, possibly under the influence of import restrictions and economic policy shifts. Moreover, in the long run, the changing supplies due to the emerging bio-based BPA alternatives add plenty of context to pricing forecasts because of evolving trade dynamics.

Demand and Supply Outlook for Polycarbonate

As the production of electrical and electronics continues to rise, the demand for polycarbonate is expected to grow, driving the market’s expansion in the forecast period. Polycarbonate's widespread use in the automotive industry, due to its exceptional physical and chemical properties, further boosts this demand forecast. The automotive sector is experiencing rapid growth, fueled by factors like increased middle-class demand for passenger vehicles, urbanisation, and advancements in fuel-efficient vehicle technologies. As automotive production continues to rise, polycarbonates are increasingly needed for products like films, sheets, and more. Given this growing demand, polycarbonate prices are likely to experience upward pressure soon.

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