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02/09/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/09/2026 11:45

ACC Releases December 2025 Resin Production and Sales Statistics

WASHINGTON (February 9, 2026) - U.S. production of major plastic resins totaled 8.7 billion pounds during December 2025, an increase of 2.4 percent compared to the prior month, and a decrease of 2.0 percent compared to the same month in 2024, according to statistics released today by the American Chemistry Council (ACC). Year-to-date production was 102.2 billion pounds, a 0.02 percent increase as compared to the same period in 2024.

Sales and captive (internal) use of major plastic resins totaled 8.8 billion pounds during December 2025, a 5.4 percent increase compared to the prior month, and a decrease of 3.7 percent from the same month one year earlier. Year-to-date sales and captive use were 103.3 billion pounds, a 1.8 percent increase as compared to the same period in 2024.

ACC Plastics Industry Producers' Statistics Group

The ACC Plastics Industry Producers' Statistics Group makes available detailed reports (including monthly production and end-use sales data for major thermoplastic and thermoset resins) to subscribers of its various services. For more information on subscriptions to the resin reports, please visit https://www.americanchemistry.com/resin-report-subscriptions.

American Chemistry Council

The American Chemistry Council's mission is to advocate for the people, policy, and products of chemistry that make the United States the global leader in innovation and manufacturing. To achieve this, we: Champion science-based policy solutions across all levels of government; Drive continuous performance improvement to protect employees and communities through Responsible Care®; Foster the development of sustainability practices throughout ACC member companies; and Communicate authentically with communities about challenges and solutions for a safer, healthier and more sustainable way of life. Our vision is a world made better by chemistry, where people live happier, healthier, and more prosperous lives, safely and sustainably-for generations to come.

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