QiluVac Market Update
QiluVac Market Update: Raw Material Prices for Co-extruded Films Rise
Recently, the global petrochemical market has experienced noticeable fluctuations, leading to rising costs for several key raw materials used in multilayer co-extruded packaging films. Materials such as Polyethylene (PE), Polyamide (PA), and Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol (EVOH) have all shown upward price trends, bringing new cost pressures to the flexible packaging industry.
Key Raw Material Price Changes
📌 Polyethylene (PE): +3%–8%
Driven by rising crude oil prices and growing demand from downstream industries, PE prices have rebounded in early 2026 after a relatively stable period. In major Asian markets, prices have increased by approximately 3–8% in recent months, reflecting stronger market demand and feedstock cost pressure.
📌 Polyamide (PA): +10%
Prices for Polyamide (PA) have also shown a notable rebound. The increase is largely attributed to higher costs of upstream intermediates such as caprolactam and adipic acid, which are essential for nylon production. As a result, PA prices have risen by around 10% in the short term, affecting high-performance packaging materials that rely on nylon layers for strength and barrier properties.
📌 Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol (EVOH): +8%–12%
EVOH, a critical high-barrier material used in multilayer packaging films, has also experienced price increases. Tight global supply conditions, combined with price adjustments from major manufacturers, have led to price growth of approximately 8–12%, depending on product grade and regional market conditions.
Additional Cost Pressures
Beyond raw material increases, international logistics costs and energy expenses remain elevated, further contributing to higher overall production costs for co-extruded films used in food packaging and thermoforming applications.
QiluVac's Commitment
In response to these market developments, QiluVac continues to closely monitor raw material trends and optimize production planning. The company remains committed to ensuring stable supply, maintaining consistent quality, and supporting customers in navigating market volatility.
With decades of experience in food packaging solutions, QiluVac will continue working closely with partners worldwide to provide reliable multilayer film products and timely market insights.
