Building a Reliable PP and HDPE Supply Pipeline for an Indian Compounder

The challenge

An Indian industrial compounder serving the automotive and packaging sectors needed a diversified polymer supply pipeline to reduce dependence on a single regional source. They required consistent PP and HDPE grades with predictable lead times and competitive landed costs for their Mumbai-area facility.

Our approach

Essencia Trade identified suitable PP and HDPE grade supply options from qualified China-based resources, matching the customer's melt flow index, density, and application requirements. We coordinated FOB and CFR pricing comparisons, packaging format alignment (25 kg bags on pallets), and structured a quarterly supply programme with flexible volume adjustments.

Results

The customer established a dual-source supply model, reducing supply concentration risk. Landed cost per MT decreased by approximately 6-8% compared to their previous single-source arrangement. Supply lead time predictability improved from variable 4-10 weeks to consistent 4-5 weeks for recurring grades.