Engineering plastics (POM, PBT)

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Discover the factors influencing engineering plastics (POM, PBT) markets

Production and trade of both polyacetal (POM) and polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) is active across Asia and Europe. These are engineered thermoplastics used in high volumes in the automotive sector as well as for a range of manufactured household products such as showerheads and irons. As a result, POM and PBT prices and market activity is sensitive to fluctuations in consumer demand from downstream markets.

Gaining access to detailed coverage of POM and PBT market intelligence facilitates buying, selling and trade around the globe. Our engineering plastics experts track prices, news, market trends, trade flows and upstream and downstream activity. Everything you need to know to maximise market opportunities and make profitable deals.

Other plastics that we cover

Ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA)

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Expandable polystyrene & polystyrene

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

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MMA and PMMA

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Mixed plastic waste & pyrolysis oil

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Learn about our solutions for engineering plastics (POM, PBT)

Pricing, news and analysis

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Data solutions

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ICIS training

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