Dow Polyol Price Hike Asia Pacific | $300/MT Increase + Order Control 2026

March 2026 – Dow Inc. has issued a formal price announcement for the Asia Pacific region, unveiling a $300 per metric ton price increase for its full portfolio of polyol products, effective March 9, 2026 (or as permitted by existing customer contracts). In a simultaneous move to manage supply chain stability, the chemical giant will also implement 100% order control for all polyol offerings across the region.

This latest pricing action marks a notable shift in the Asia Pacific polyol market, adding to the ongoing cost pressures for polyurethane (PU) raw material buyers and downstream manufacturers across sectors including foam, coatings, adhesives, and elastomers.

Key Details of Dow’s Polyol Price & Order Control Announcement

1. Price Hike: A flat increase of $300/MT applies to all Dow polyol products in the Asia Pacific region, with the effective date set for March 9, 2026. Contractual terms will dictate the exact implementation timeline for individual customers.

2. 100% Order Control: Dow will restrict polyol order volumes to the maximum contractual monthly quantities agreed with each customer. This measure eliminates non-contractual order flexibility and ensures allocated supply for existing partners amid market tightness.

3. Unchanged Terms: All other commercial terms and conditions for Dow’s polyol products remain in effect with no additional modifications.

Market Implications for the Asia Pacific Polyol Sector

Dow’s dual move of a steep price hike and strict order control signals tightening supply dynamics and persistent cost pressures in the global polyol market, a core raw material for polyurethane production. For the Asia Pacific region—one of the world’s largest consumption hubs for polyols—the announcement is set to have immediate ripple effects:

• Downstream Cost Pressures: PU manufacturers, particularly those focused on flexible/rigid foam, CASE (coatings, adhesives, sealants, elastomers), and TPU, will face higher raw material costs, with potential pass-through to end products in construction, automotive, furniture, and packaging sectors.

• Supply Chain Certainty: While order control limits short-term purchasing flexibility, it also provides contractual customers with guaranteed supply allocations, a critical advantage amid ongoing global chemical supply chain volatility.

• Market Pricing Traction: Dow’s price hike may set a benchmark for other major polyol suppliers in the Asia Pacific region, potentially leading to follow-on pricing actions from industry peers in the coming weeks.

Achilles Chem: Reliable Polyol Supply for the Asia Pacific Market

Against the backdrop of global polyol price volatility and supply control measures, Achilles Chem stands as a trusted, stable supplier of a comprehensive polyol portfolio for the Asia Pacific region and beyond. Our polyol product line includes:

• Polyether Polyol: For flexible/rigid PU foams, CASE, and TPU (exported to Vietnam, India, Saudi Arabia, Brazil)

• Polymer Polyol (POP): High-performance grade for premium foam applications (supplied to Turkey, South Korea, USA, Thailand)

• Polyether System: Custom-formulated polyol systems for specialized PU production (shipped to Russia, Brazil, Vietnam, UAE)

All our polyol products meet stringent international standards (REACH, ISO9001), deliver consistent quality and performance, and serve as a cost-effective alternative to major global brands. With a robust global supply chain and flexible packaging options (200KG drum, 1000KG IBC, 20/22MT ISO tank), we ensure timely, reliable delivery to support your production continuity—even in a market with tightening order controls and rising prices.

For inquiries about our polyol products and Asia Pacific supply capabilities, contact our sales team via WhatsApp or email at info@achilleschem.com.