1. PVC Price Trend Overview Today
PVC price is one of the most-watched indicators in chemical material procurement, fluctuating frequently under the combined influence of upstream costs (crude oil, calcium carbide, ethylene) and downstream operating rates in real estate, pipes, and profiles. In June 2026, domestic PVC resin powder mainstream ex-works prices oscillated in the 5800-6800 RMB/ton range, up about 4%-6% from the beginning of the year. Downstream product prices such as rigid PVC board and PVC-U pipe adjusted in tandem.
This PVC price trend reference aggregates spot quotations from the three mainstream markets of East China, North China, and South China, covering resin powder, boards, and pipes to help buyers lock in purchase windows and avoid high-price pickups.
2. PVC Resin Powder Price Trend Analysis
2.1 Cost Comparison: Calcium Carbide vs. Ethylene Route
Domestic PVC resin powder production has two main routes: calcium carbide process (about 78%) and ethylene process (about 22%). The calcium carbide route is concentrated in Inner Mongolia, Xinjiang, and Shaanxi, with cost sensitive to electricity and semi-coke prices; the ethylene route is concentrated in coastal refining-integrated enterprises, with cost linked to international oil prices.
Mainstream reference quotes for June 2026 (ex-works, excluding tax):
| Route | Region | SG-5 quote (RMB/ton) | YoY change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbide | Inner Mongolia | 5800-6100 | +3.2% |
| Carbide | Xinjiang | 5750-6050 | +2.8% |
| Ethylene | East China coast | 6400-6800 | +5.1% |
| Ethylene | South China coast | 6450-6850 | +5.4% |
Ethylene-route resin offers higher purity and fewer impurities, suitable for transparent products and high-end electrical conduits, priced 8%-12% above the carbide route.
2.2 SG Grade Selection and Price Gradient
PVC resin powder is classified into 8 grades SG-1 to SG-8 by polymerization degree, with downstream products selecting accordingly:
- SG-3: high polymerization degree, for cable compound and medical tubes, 6300-6700 RMB/ton
- SG-5: mainstream general-purpose, for rigid pipes, profiles, and boards, 5800-6200 RMB/ton
- SG-8: lower polymerization degree, for injection and transparent sheets, 6050-6450 RMB/ton
Resin prices fluctuate with international oil prices, electricity rates, and seasonal demand. Typically, March-April and August-September are peak downstream operating seasons when PVC prices trend up; around the Spring Festival demand is weak and prices are relatively low, making it a good window for bulk stocking.
3. PVC Board Price Reference
3.1 Rigid PVC Board Spec and Price Table
Rigid PVC board (UPVC) follows GB/T 22789.1, with density 1.38-1.45 g/cm³, Vicat softening temperature ≥80°C, and long-term service temperature -15°C to 60°C. Colors are mainly gray (common industrial grade) and white, with natural transparent and custom colors available. Reference prices for common specs (domestic standard 1220mm x 2440mm):
| Thickness (mm) | Density (g/cm³) | Price range (RMB/m²) |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1.40 | 25-40 |
| 5 | 1.42 | 50-75 |
| 10 | 1.42 | 100-150 |
| 20 | 1.43 | 200-280 |
| 30 | 1.45 | 300-420 |
Imported brands (Swiss AGRU, German Röchling) are typically 1.8-2.5 times the domestic price.
3.2 Flexible PVC Board Price Range
Flexible PVC board has Shore A hardness 60A-90A, density 1.16-1.35 g/cm³, commonly used for gaskets and anti-corrosion linings. 1-3mm is commonly quoted at 15-35 RMB/m², 5mm at 45-65 RMB/m². Food-grade flexible board must comply with GB 4806.7, priced 30%-50% higher.
4. PVC Pipe Price Reference
4.1 PVC-U Water Supply Pipe
PVC-U water supply pipe follows GB/T 10002.1, with nominal pressure PN graded at 0.6/1.0/1.6 MPa. Reference prices for common specs (domestic):
| Nominal OD (De) | Wall (mm) | PN1.0MPa quote (RMB/m) |
|---|---|---|
| De63 | 3.0 | 8-12 |
| De110 | 4.2 | 18-26 |
| De160 | 5.6 | 32-45 |
| De225 | 7.9 | 58-78 |
4.2 PVC Drainage Pipe
PVC-U drainage pipe follows GB/T 5836.2, mainly gray, with common specs De50/De75/De110/De160. De110×3.2mm is quoted at 12-18 RMB/m, De160×4.0mm at 22-32 RMB/m. Fittings are billed separately, about 25%-40% of pipe cost.
5. Key Factors Affecting PVC Price
Master the following three factors to more accurately predict PVC price trends:
- International oil price and calcium carbide cost: a 10 USD/bbl oil swing moves ethylene-route PVC cost by 200-300 RMB/ton; a 100 RMB/ton calcium carbide swing moves carbide-route PVC cost by about 150 RMB/ton
- Downstream operating rate and real estate demand: about 60% of PVC goes into profiles and pipes, highly correlated with real estate completion; prices are pressured when operating rates fall below 70%
- Seasonal factors and inventory cycle: post-Spring Festival restart, summer high-temperature power rationing, and year-end destocking all create seasonal price lows
In addition, environmental production limits, export tax rebate adjustments, and imported ethylene-route PVC shocks can affect short-term PVC prices. Buyers should track dynamics continuously.
6. Procurement Advice and huagong Inquiry
For different procurement scenarios, the following is recommended:
- Large long-term orders: lock 1-3 month futures, sign tiered-price agreements with manufacturers to hedge against price hikes
- Small spot orders: compare 3-5 suppliers, focusing on batch consistency and warranty
- Custom specs: place orders 7-15 days in advance, with tolerances, colors, and standards explicitly in the contract
- Import substitution: domestic high-end boards (such as Liansu, Conch series) approach imported performance and significantly cut cost
As a professional supplier in engineering plastics, huagong tracks PVC price trends long-term, offering real-time quotes, spec sheet downloads, batch warranties, and custom cutting services. Contact us for inquiries.
7. FAQ
Q1: What is a reasonable PVC price per ton?
In June 2026, domestic carbide-route SG-5 resin ex-works at 5800-6200 RMB/ton is reasonable; below 5500 RMB/ton suggests adulterated or off-spec material, while above 7000 RMB/ton is mostly ethylene-route high-end material.
Q2: Do PVC board prices move in sync with resin powder?
Yes, but with lag. Board prices typically adjust 2-4 weeks after resin, and the adjustment amplitude is usually 60%-80% of the resin swing due to inventory cycle and processing cost.
Q3: How to tell if PVC price is at a low?
Watch three signals: carbide-route producers' operating rate below 70%, continuous social inventory destocking, and weak demand around the Spring Festival. When these overlap, PVC price is often near a seasonal bottom.
Q4: How much discount can bulk procurement get?
Typically 1%-3% tiered discount for 10+ tons, 3%-5% for 50+ tons, and direct negotiation with manufacturers or first-tier agents for 100+ tons.
Q5: Why is the imported-domestic PVC board price gap so large?
Mainly due to resin purity, process control, brand premium, and tariff & freight. Imported boards use high-purity ethylene-route resin with processing accuracy ±0.05mm vs. domestic ±0.1-0.3mm, but domestic leading brands already meet most industrial scenarios.
8. Summary and Action
PVC price is driven by upstream oil & calcium carbide, downstream real estate operating rate, and seasonal demand. In June 2026 it is in a mild uptrend. Buyers should choose the right window based on their usage and inventory cycle, with specs, standards, and batches written into the contract.
For today's latest PVC price, detailed spec sheets, or custom cutting quotes, contact huagong—our engineering plastics team provides professional selection and pricing support.
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