The global Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA) market in September 2025 has remained predominantly stable with supportive supply, steady feedstock costs, and consistent downstream demand. In China, with sufficient domestic production plus reliable Japanese imports, market sentiment was neutral overall. Consumption for electronics was steady even though automotive growth was softer. In the U.S. market, there were slight bearish undertones, with easing feedstock costs plus any softening of demand from automotive and electronics weighing on sentiment, even though supply remained fairly managed overall. In Germany, production conditions were stable, and inventories were adequate, holding supply steadiness, yet the ongoing inflation, high energy costs, and hesitance for procurement remained a constraint to market strength. Further, demand from electronics was weighed down from lack of consumer spending and continued downstream pressure. However, while there was market challenges noted above, the world overall experienced no significant supply interruptions, and the PMMA markets remained primarily sideways. Overall, stable fundamentals and predictable supply-demand and product balance kept the market in pursuit through the month.
Selenis has effectively manufactured recycled PET chips using terephthalic acid sourced from Circ®, a textile-to-textile recycler based in Virginia. The chip production took place through a series of batches at Selenis' pilot plant in San-Giorgio, Italy. By utilizing inputs recovered from polycotton textile waste, Selenis has created high-quality PET chip, which has been further processed into DTY yarn. This yarn will play a crucial role in product development as Circ prepares for additional capsule launches. Selenis is leveraging the success of this initial collaboration phase and is committed to advancing towards an offtake partnership to support Circ's inaugural industrial facility.
Eduardo Santos, Head of Corporate Strategy at Selenis, remarked that the monomer synthesis showed a performance comparable to virgin terephthalic acid. He expressed optimism about the consistent quality of Circ's monomer output and anticipated future commercial success. Santos pointed out that the Circ partnership complements Selenis's existing mission and goals for a more sustainable textile industry. He further stated their anticipation of expanding upon this collaboration and providing support for Circ's forthcoming commercial production trials.
