Global  Polyurethane  Price Trends & Updates – Q2 2026

Polyurethane Prices recorded a broad downtrend across the five reported regions, with the latest regional movements showing an average decline of 4.3% when the supplied regional percentage changes are averaged. Africa registered the sharpest decrease at 7.8%, followed by Europe at 6.3%, North America at 4.7%, and India at 2.7%, while South America remained unchanged. The July 2026 data indicates softer purchasing momentum and comparatively lower cost pressure across several major production and consumption centers. For procurement teams, the Polyurethane price trend remains important for contract negotiations, inventory timing, and budgeting. The Polyurethane Price Chart provides additional pricing intelligence and historical context.

IMARC Group's July 2026 price-tracking database and methodology indicate that regional price dispersion remains significant, reflecting differences in feedstock economics, freight exposure, production costs, and downstream demand.

Regional Polyurethane Prices In July 2026

• Africa:  USD 2.85/kg, down 7.8%.
• Europe:  USD 3.27/kg, down 6.3%.
• India:  USD 2.49/kg, down 2.7%.
• South America:  USD 3.18/kg, unchanged.
• North America:  USD 3.07/kg, down 4.7%.

The regional spread shows a meaningful cost gap between lower-priced India and higher-priced Europe. The declines across Africa, Europe, India, and North America suggest softer buying conditions and reduced pricing pressure, while South America’s unchanged level points to comparatively stable supply-demand conditions. Freight, feedstock costs, production utilization, and local purchasing activity continue to explain differences between regional benchmarks. For buyers sourcing across multiple geographies, the spread creates opportunities to optimize supplier selection, contract timing, and inventory coverage.

July 2026 Price Analysis: USA, India, Japan, China And Brazil

North America Polyurethane Prices: USA Outlook

The United States is represented by the North American benchmark of USD 3.07/kg, with prices down 4.7%. Softer downstream purchasing and easing cost pressure can limit producers’ ability to maintain previous price levels, although energy and feedstock expenses remain important variables.

Asia-Pacific Polyurethane Prices: India, Japan And China

India is represented at USD 2.49/kg, down 2.7%, indicating a relatively moderate decline. The supplied dataset does not provide individual July prices for Japan or China, so separate country-level figures are not assigned. Regional purchasing conditions, manufacturing activity, feedstock availability, and import costs remain key considerations for buyers across Asia-Pacific.

South America Polyurethane Prices: Brazil Outlook

South America is represented by USD 3.18/kg, with prices unchanged. Brazil is therefore aligned with the regional benchmark supplied in the dataset. Stable pricing suggests that local supply-demand conditions have remained comparatively balanced despite declines reported elsewhere.

Supply And Demand Overview – July 2026

Supply conditions in July remained sufficient across the reported regions, while purchasing demand showed signs of moderation. Lower prices in Africa, Europe, India, and North America indicate that suppliers faced greater pressure to maintain competitive offers. South America was comparatively stable, suggesting tighter balance between available material and downstream requirements.

Demand from construction, automotive, furniture, appliances, insulation, footwear, and other polyurethane-consuming industries remains central to price formation. Procurement teams should also monitor plant utilization, maintenance schedules, feedstock availability, and import flows because localized supply disruptions can quickly change regional premiums.

Polyurethane Price Index & Historical Analysis: What Does The July Movement Show?

The Polyurethane Price Index in July reflected a generally weaker regional pricing environment, with four of the five reported locations recording declines and South America remaining unchanged. The average of the supplied regional movements was approximately -4.3%, providing a simple reference point for the direction of pricing across the dataset.

For historical benchmarking, buyers should compare July values with previous quarterly observations rather than relying on a single monthly movement. The Polyurethane price history chart can help identify whether the July decline represents a temporary correction or part of a broader multi-month adjustment. Differences in feedstock, freight, currency, and local demand should be considered when comparing regional historical levels.

Polyurethane Price Forecast 2026: What Could Happen Over The Next 12 Months?

Over the next 12 months, polyurethane prices are likely to remain sensitive to feedstock economics, energy costs, industrial production, and freight conditions. If downstream demand improves while production costs increase, prices could stabilize or recover from July levels.

Conversely, continued demand weakness, sufficient supply availability, or lower energy and feedstock costs could keep prices under pressure. Procurement teams should therefore use scenario-based budgeting rather than assuming that the July decline will continue at the same pace.

The Polyurethane price forecast 2026 should be evaluated alongside regional supply availability, production economics, import requirements, and end-use consumption. Contract buyers may benefit from staggered purchasing and regular benchmark reviews during periods of elevated price uncertainty.

Key Factors Affecting Polyurethane Prices: Monthly Perspective

• Energy costs: Electricity, natural gas, and other energy inputs influence manufacturing expenses and producer pricing.
• Feedstock economics: Changes in major chemical feedstocks can directly affect polyurethane production costs.
• Chlor-alkali demand: Chlor-alkali industry conditions influence upstream chemical economics and can affect related production costs.
• Freight rates: Higher shipping costs can widen regional price differences, particularly for import-dependent buyers.
• Industrial demand: Automotive, construction, furniture, appliances, and insulation demand strongly influence consumption.
• Plant utilization: Lower operating rates can reduce supply availability, while higher utilization can increase material availability.
• Trade flows: Import volumes, export activity, tariffs, and regional trade restrictions can alter local price premiums.
• Currency movements: Exchange-rate changes can influence the landed cost of internationally traded material.

What Is Polyurethane And Where Is It Used?

Polyurethane is a versatile polymer produced through the reaction of isocyanates with polyols. It can be manufactured in forms such as flexible foam, rigid foam, coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers.

Its broad application base makes it important to multiple industries. Flexible polyurethane foam is widely used in furniture and bedding, while rigid foam is used for thermal insulation. Automotive components, footwear, appliances, construction materials, coatings, and industrial products also contribute to demand.

Recent Polyurethane Developments: July 2026 Highlights

July pricing was characterized by regional divergence rather than a uniform global movement. Africa recorded the largest reported decline, while Europe and North America also experienced notable reductions. India posted a smaller decline, whereas South America remained unchanged.

The available dataset does not provide verified individual announcements on new capacity additions, plant closures, or specific supplier transactions for July. Accordingly, no unverified capacity or supplier claims are assigned to individual producers. Buyers should monitor production announcements, maintenance activity, trade flows, and freight developments because these factors can materially affect regional availability.

FAQs About Polyurethane Prices, Index And Forecast

What Was The Polyurethane Price In July 2026?

The reported July 2026 regional prices ranged from USD 2.49/kg in India to USD 3.27/kg in Europe. Africa, North America, and South America were reported at USD 2.85/kg, USD 3.07/kg, and USD 3.18/kg, respectively.

What Does The Polyurethane Price Index Show In July 2026?

The Polyurethane Price Index direction was broadly weaker, with four reported regions recording declines and South America remaining unchanged. The supplied regional movements average approximately 4.3% lower.

Where Can Buyers Track The Polyurethane Price Chart And Forecast?

The Polyurethane Price Chart can be used alongside historical benchmarks and forward-looking indicators to assess purchasing conditions. IMARC Group provides pricing intelligence that can support procurement planning, supplier negotiations, and budget forecasting.

How IMARC Group Helps With Polyurethane Procurement Planning

IMARC Group provides regional pricing intelligence, historical benchmarks, price-trend analysis, and forward-looking insights for procurement and supply-chain decisions. The July 2026 data indicates a broadly softer pricing environment, although regional differences remain substantial. Buyers can use benchmark data to evaluate supplier quotations, contract timing, and inventory strategies. Looking ahead, energy costs, feedstock economics, freight, industrial demand, and supply availability will remain key variables for polyurethane procurement planning.

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