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ICIS has a network of locally based reporters providing coverage of regional Polycarbonate markets.

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Regional Outlook

Updated to Q1 2021

The US PC market starts the new year with supplies very tight. The strength in domestic demand along with Q4 supply disruptions from plant outages has led to a dearth in supply. The market awaits the return of Covestro’s 260,000 tonne/year Baytown, Texas, plant, which has been down since late August. A force majeure remains in place. Until then, long lead times for product will likely persist.

US PC demand will remain healthy as there is continued interest for medical-grade applications, the automotive sector and appliances. As the US economy improves after widespread application of the coronavirus vaccine, pent-up demand may move from medical applications to more consumer-oriented spending on restaurants and travel. But automotive demand should continue to be strong. However, US light vehicle sales will not likely return to pre-coronavirus levels until at least another year.

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Polycarbonate (PC) is a type of high specification engineering plastic, suitable for moulding and with a high impact resistance.

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ICIS collects pricing data on a wide range of chemical, energy and fertilizer products, including Polycarbonate. Our extensive experience in price reporting means we can offer you access to historical data dating back more than 20 years for certain commodities.

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