Recycled commodity prices saw mixed results in November.

National average prices for bales of post-consumer plastics were flat on the month, with PET containers remaining around a historic low.

The national average price of post-consumer PET beverage bottles and jars remained steadier this month, now averaging 4.50 cents per pound, compared to 4.66 cents per pound this time last month. Regional contracts are still yielding in the 3-7 cents range. One year ago this grade was trading at an average 17.59 cents per pound.

The national average price of post-consumer PET beverage bottles and jars dropped again in September, now averaging 4.66 cents per pound, compared to 5.75 cents per pound this time last month. Regional contracts are yielding in the 3-7 cent range. One year ago this grade was trading at an average 18.34 cents per pound.

The national average price of post-consumer PET beverage bottles and jars dropped again in September, now averaging 4.66 cents per pound, compared to 5.75 cents per pound this time last month.

Prices for PET, HDPE and PP bales saw significant drops again this month, while film grades edged lower.

Prices for PET, HDPE and PP bales saw significant drops again this month, with paper grades, plastic film and UBCs also marginally lower.

PET container prices fell 30% from June to July, part of an across-the-board price decline for curbside plastics bales. 

PET container prices fell 30% from June to July, part of an across-the-board price decline for curbside plastics bales. Fiber grades remained firm month over month. The national average price of post-consumer PET beverage bottles and jars is averaging 10.22 cents per pound, compared to 14.59 cents per pound this time last month. Regional contracts are now yielding around 10-12...

Natural HDPE prices have fallen 32% over the past two months, while PP has declined 56% over the same period, according to the latest monthly national average pricing report.