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Vietnam

Vietnam imports an estimated 5–6 million metric tons of polymer resin annually, with China as the leading source for PP and a major supplier of PE. Mid-tier distributors and converters face pricing opacity and limited bargaining power — the exact gap KMI’s procurement intelligence addresses.

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Vietnam PE, PP, PVC Import Gap 2026: Grades With Domestic Supply Shortage

Vietnam imports 70-80% of polymer resin — Long Son unstable, no HDPE, no LLDPE. Which PP T30S, HDPE 5502, LLDPE 7042, and PVC SG-5 grades face the largest supply gap.

April 3, 2026Read more
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Philippines Polymer Origins: China vs Korea vs Middle East

Compare China, Korea, and Middle East polymer origins for Philippines buyers. Feedstock economics, ACFTA tariffs, freight costs, and grade-by-grade switching criteria.

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Chinese Polymer Producers: Grade Guide for Philippines Buyers

Which Chinese polymer producers export to the Philippines? Sinopec, PetroChina, and key independents — rated grade-by-grade for PP, PE, and PVC buyers.

March 28, 2026Read more
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Why Chinese Polymer Is Cheaper: CTO/PDH Feedstock Guide

CTO and PDH feedstock routes give Chinese PP and PE a $60-100/MT cost advantage over Korean naphtha crackers. What Philippines polymer buyers need to know.

March 28, 2026Read more
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Indonesia PE Import 2026: HDPE 5502, LLDPE 7042 Grades & Landed Cost

Import HDPE 5502 and LLDPE 7042 from China to Indonesia at 0% ACFTA duty: grade selection, Form E requirements, landed cost vs. Korean PE, anti-dumping landscape.

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Indonesia Polymer Import Gap 2026: Which Grades Are Undersupplied?

Indonesia imports 65% of PP and 45% of HDPE/LLDPE. PP T30S, HDPE 5502, LLDPE 7042, PVC SG-5 lead the gap. Sector-by-sector grades + sourcing context.

March 28, 2026Read more
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