OQ showcases PP and PE portfolio for packaging applications at CHINAPLAS 2026
Last update on Apr 21, 2026
OQ is taking part in CHINAPLAS 2026 in Shanghai, where it plans to present its polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) portfolio. The portfolio includes 17 grades intended for applications across flexible and rigid packaging, housewares and durable goods. According to the company, the range reflects its focus on application-driven polymer development.
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Delivering cost-performance advantages
China remains a key market for polymer application development and advanced manufacturing. It is widely regarded as a reference point for packaging formats and cost-performance considerations, influencing material development and processing approaches across Asia-Pacific value chains.
OQ states that its portfolio for CHINAPLAS 2026 has been developed with this market environment in mind. Across flexible packaging, rigid packaging and durable applications, the grades deliver measurable cost-performance advantages. The company indicates that these materials are designed to support lightweighting and more energy-efficient processing while maintaining end-use performance.
For packaging converters, OQ highlights PP random copolymer grades such as Luban™ RP2251T. They are suited for transparent, durable and reusable formats in food containers, personal care and housewares. The company adds that these grades can support energy savings and higher production output. The PE portfolio, covering both LLDPE and HDPE, is described as offering design flexibility for multilayer flexible packaging in food and industrial uses.
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Solutions for long service life and mechanical reliability
Beyond packaging, OQ includes materials for infrastructure-related applications, where long service life and mechanical reliability are equally critical. The rotomolding grade Luban™ LL-R3605UV is intended for water tanks, industrial containers and outdoor uses. According to the company, this grade provides UV resistance and durability, which can contribute to lower lifecycle costs.
Across applications, OQ states that its materials are designed for automated, high-speed manufacturing environments, with a focus on processability, durability and efficiency.
“Our expanded portfolio reflects our approach to innovation, starting from consumer and application needs and translating them into material solutions,” said Abdul Rahman Al Tamtami, vice president Global Marketing at OQ Marketing. “Converters today require materials that deliver consistent performance across increasingly demanding processing environments, while meeting evolving expectations around efficiency, cost optimisation and end-use performance. Our presence at CHINAPLAS reflects our commitment to being a trusted solutions partner in global markets.”
OQ attributes its product development approach to collaboration with converters, in-house technical capabilities and engagement with value chain partners. This ensures materials are both performance-proven and co–innovated from ideation to commercialization.
“China is a key market within our Asia growth strategy,” said Sadiq Al Lawati, managing director of OQ Marketing. “Our PE and PP portfolio reflects the scale of opportunity, spanning high-volume packaging, consumer goods and infrastructure applications. We position ourselves as a partner in our customers’ success by combining the right materials, technical expertise and a clear commitment to the industries that matter most in this market.”
Visitors to CHINAPLAS 2026 can review the company’s PP and PE portfolio at stand C66, Hall 6.2, and discuss applications, grade selection and processing considerations with its technical team.
Technical data for all exhibited grades are accessible in our Master Catalog.