In the lead-up to K, the world’s largest plastics and rubber event, our limited podcast series, ‘K-show plastics preview’, features Argus experts discussing the latest market developments across key polymer and feedstock sectors. From pricing trends and policy shifts to regional supply dynamics, the series offers timely insights to help industry participants stay informed and ahead of the curve.

In this episode, James Elliott, VP of Business Development, is joined by Sam Hashmi, Global Editor Polymers, for an in-depth discussion on the evolving US–Europe polyolefins trade relationship and the impact of tariffs on the European market.

Key topics discussed:

• What the latest import duty proposals could mean for market confidence and pricing.

• Why European producers are watching US polyethylene imports, and what’s next for polypropylene.

• Outlook for demand as the industry heads into K-Show and beyond.