HMEL Increases LLDPE, HDPE and PP Prices Effective July 27, 2026
HMEL has announced an increase in LLDPE, Metallocene, HDPE and Polypropylene prices with effect from July 27, 2026. LLDPE, Metallocene and PP prices have increased by ₹5,000/MT, while HDPE prices have increased by ₹2,000/MT.
The revised polymer prices will be effective from July 27, 2026.
HMEL has announced an increase in its domestic polymer prices with effect from July 27, 2026. The latest revision covers LLDPE, Metallocene Polyethylene, HDPE and Polypropylene.
Under the latest price revision, LLDPE and Metallocene prices have been increased by ₹5,000 per metric tonne, equivalent to ₹5 per kg.
HDPE prices have been increased by ₹2,000 per metric tonne, equivalent to ₹2 per kg.
HMEL has also increased Polypropylene prices by ₹5,000 per metric tonne, equivalent to ₹5 per kg.
HMEL Polymer Price Increase at a Glance
| Polymer Product | Price Revision | Equivalent Per Kg | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| LLDPE | ▲ ₹5,000/MT | ₹5.00/kg | Increased |
| Metallocene Polyethylene | ▲ ₹5,000/MT | ₹5.00/kg | Increased |
| HDPE | ▲ ₹2,000/MT | ₹2.00/kg | Increased |
| Polypropylene (PP) | ▲ ₹5,000/MT | ₹5.00/kg | Increased |
Key Details of the HMEL Price Update
Product-Wise HMEL Polymer Price Revision
LLDPE Price Increase
HMEL has increased LLDPE prices by ₹5/kg, equivalent to ₹5,000/MT. LLDPE is widely used in flexible packaging, stretch films, liners, agricultural films and plastic bags.
Metallocene Price Increase
Metallocene Polyethylene prices have increased by ₹5/kg. Metallocene grades are commonly used in high-performance films, packaging and applications requiring improved strength.
HDPE Price Increase
HMEL has increased HDPE prices by ₹2/kg, equivalent to ₹2,000/MT. HDPE is used in pipes, bottles, drums, containers, crates and injection-moulded products.
PP Price Increase
HMEL Polypropylene prices have increased by ₹5/kg, equivalent to ₹5,000/MT. PP is widely used in raffia, injection moulding, automotive parts and packaging products.
Impact of the HMEL Polymer Price Increase
The latest HMEL polymer price increase may raise raw-material procurement costs for manufacturers, processors, traders and distributors across India.
Fresh supplier quotations for LLDPE, Metallocene, HDPE and PP may be revised following the announcement. The actual market impact may vary depending on grade, location, stock availability, demand and freight.
- LLDPE buyers may face a procurement cost increase of approximately ₹5/kg.
- Metallocene Polyethylene buyers may experience a price increase of approximately ₹5/kg.
- HDPE buyers may experience a comparatively lower increase of approximately ₹2/kg.
- PP processors may face higher raw-material replacement costs of approximately ₹5/kg.
- Traders and distributors may revise fresh market offers after considering the new producer prices.
- Regional prices may differ based on supplier location, freight, quantity and material availability.
Industries That May Be Affected
Flexible Packaging
LLDPE and Metallocene film manufacturers may face higher input costs for bags, pouches, liners and packaging films.
Plastic Pipes
HDPE pipe manufacturers may experience higher procurement costs for water, gas, irrigation and industrial pipes.
Injection Moulding
Manufacturers of crates, containers, household products and industrial components may face increased input costs.
Raffia and Woven Sacks
PP raffia processors producing woven sacks, cement bags and industrial fabrics may review their product costing.
Blow Moulding
HDPE bottle, drum and container manufacturers may be affected by the latest ₹2/kg increase.
Automotive Components
PP processors supplying automotive and durable moulded components may face higher raw-material costs.
What Should Polymer Buyers Do?
Buyers should verify the latest grade-wise and location-wise prices before placing fresh orders for HMEL LLDPE, Metallocene, HDPE or PP.
Actual supplier quotations may vary depending on the polymer grade, MFI, quantity, stock availability, dispatch location, freight, applicable taxes, payment terms and other commercial conditions.
Manufacturers should also review their finished-product costing and compare multiple supplier quotations before confirming procurement.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much has HMEL increased LLDPE prices?
HMEL has increased LLDPE prices by ₹5/kg, equivalent to ₹5,000 per metric tonne.
How much has HMEL increased Metallocene prices?
HMEL has increased Metallocene Polyethylene prices by ₹5/kg, equivalent to ₹5,000 per metric tonne.
How much has HMEL increased HDPE prices?
HMEL has increased HDPE prices by ₹2/kg, equivalent to ₹2,000 per metric tonne.
How much has HMEL increased PP prices?
HMEL has increased Polypropylene prices by ₹5/kg, equivalent to ₹5,000 per metric tonne.
When will the revised HMEL polymer prices become effective?
The revised HMEL polymer prices will become effective from July 27, 2026.
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