Ongoing Conflict in West Asia- A matter of serious concern for MMF exporters –  Shri  Shaleen Toshniwal , Chairman, MATEXIL

As of late March 2026, the polyester chain   – from the upstream to the downstream industry – is  experiencing a severe  price escalation, primarily driven by a massive spike in global crude oil prices following the escalation of conflicts in the Middle East (specifically involving strikes in Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz) , pointed out Shri Toshniwal.

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“While the prices of raw materials have gone up sharply,  customers are not in a position to absorb the full increase in costs. As a result, we are witnessing a ‘wait and watch’ approach, with many spinners and weavers holding on to inventories,” pointed out Shri Toshniwal .

Additionally, the steep increase in freight costs including War Risk Surcharge charged by the Shipping Companies, increase in insurance premiums  and subdued demand in major markets  due to inflationary pressures created by rising oil prices  and cautious consumer spending have aggravated the problems faced by the exporters , according to the Chairman , MATEXIL. 

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According to Shri  Toshniwal “even if the situation improves in the new future , it will take considerable time  for the prices of manmade fibre  raw-materials to stabilize and come back to the pre- February 28 level”.

While acknowledging that external factors are beyond control, Shri Toshniwal urged industry stakeholders to respond with maturity and cooperation to deal with this difficult  situation and to avoid opportunistic  pricing .

Shri Shaleen Toshniwal thanked the Government  for announcing various relief measures under the EPM ( Export Promotion Mission ).

He also expressed his confidence  that  trade agreements signed by India with 38 countries will lead to greater market access and increase in exports in the days to come .

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