SUBSCRIBER NOTE: Platts proposes changes to domestic Brazil PE assessments

S&P Global Platts proposes to change the volume for all domestic Brazil polyethylene prices -- HDPE blowmolding, HDPE injection, HDPE film, LLDPE butene and LDPE -- to reflect a 100-500 mt/month buyer, factoring local taxes (PIS & COFINS) of 9.25%-11.75% in the assessment.

Previously, Platts considered 500-1,500 mt/month buyers in its assessment methodology.

Platts is seeking feedback until October 10 and plans to implement the proposed changes on November 7.

Please direct any questions or comments to petchems@platts.com with a copy to pricegroup@platts.com. Please provide a clear indication if comments are not intended for publication by Platts for public viewing. Platts will consider all comments received and will make these comments available on request.