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Dominican Republic: Synthetic Rubber Market 2025

Synthetic Rubber Market Size in the Dominican Republic

In 2021, the Dominican synthetic rubber market increased by 52% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption posted a perceptible expansion. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Synthetic Rubber Exports

Exports from the Dominican Republic

In 2021, overseas shipments of synthetic rubber increased by 10,414% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, exports recorded significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 18,773%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, synthetic rubber exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 26,885%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Vietnam (X tons) was the main destination for synthetic rubber exports from the Dominican Republic, with a 100% share of total exports. It was followed by Haiti (X tons), with a 2% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Vietnam was relatively modest.

In value terms, Vietnam ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for synthetic rubber exports from the Dominican Republic, comprising 98% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Haiti ($X), with a 1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Vietnam was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average synthetic rubber export price stood at $X per kg in 2021, jumping by 120% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded temperate growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 65,483%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per kg. From 2017 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Vietnam ($X per kg), while the average price for exports to Haiti stood at $X per kg.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Jamaica (+870.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Synthetic Rubber Imports

Imports into the Dominican Republic

In 2021, overseas purchases of synthetic rubber increased by 59% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, imports posted a buoyant expansion. Imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, synthetic rubber imports soared to $X in 2021. In general, imports enjoyed noticeable growth. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Mexico (X tons), the United States (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main suppliers of synthetic rubber imports to the Dominican Republic, with a combined 57% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Germany, Thailand, Japan and India, which together accounted for a further 16%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Germany (with a CAGR of +20.8%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest synthetic rubber suppliers to the Dominican Republic were China ($X), Mexico ($X) and the United States ($X), with a combined 77% share of total imports.

China, with a CAGR of +25.2%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average synthetic rubber import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 8.2% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a perceptible reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 10%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($X per ton), while the price for Mexico ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Japan (+6.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for synthetic rubber in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of synthetic rubber consumption, accounting for 31% of total volume. Moreover, synthetic rubber consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the U.S., threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 5.3% share.

What are the largest producers of synthetic rubber in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of synthetic rubber production in 2020 were the U.S., China and South Korea, together comprising 35% of global production. These countries were followed by Japan, Russia, Thailand, Vietnam, Germany, Indonesia, Taiwan Chinese), Mexico, France and Italy, which together accounted for a further 43%.

What are the leading suppliers of synthetic rubber to the Dominican Republic?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of synthetic rubber to the Dominican Republic, comprising 41% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Mexico, with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by the U.S., with a 17% share.

What are the leading importers of synthetic rubber from the Dominican Republic?

In value terms, Haiti $699) remains the key foreign market for synthetic rubber exports from the Dominican Republic.

What is the average export price for synthetic rubber in the Dominican Republic?

In 2020, the average synthetic rubber export price amounted to $5,583 per ton, growing by 308% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for synthetic rubber in the Dominican Republic?

In 2020, the average synthetic rubber import price amounted to $2,229 per ton, reducing by -15% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the synthetic rubber market in the Dominican Republic. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 20171050 - Synthetic latex rubber
Prodcom 20171090 - Synthetic rubber (excluding latex)

Country coverage:

Dominican Republic

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in the Dominican Republic
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024