Why is Hanwha Solutions reducing its PVC operating rates, and what is the planned new range?

Hanwha Solutions is reducing its PVC operating rates due to 'negative margins', cutting the combined operating rate for suspension and paste resins from the current level of around 80% to approximately 60%–70% starting mid-June.

What is the total annual PVC production capacity affected by this operating rate reduction?

The planned reduction applies to the combined capacity of suspension and paste resins, which totals about 800,000 metric tons per year.

Hanwha Solutions to Cut PVC Operating Rates

Jun 15, 2026

Hanwha Solutions plans to reduce PVC operating rates from 80% to 60%-70% starting mid-June due to negative margins. This adjustment covers 800,000 metric tons of annual capacity amid falling market prices.

chemweek

2026-06-15

Hanwha Solutions to Cut PVC Operating Rates

Hanwha Solutions to Cut PVC Operating Rates

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