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Germany: Market for Natural Rubber And Gums 2025

Market Size for Natural Rubber And Gums in Germany

The German natural rubber and gum market declined modestly to $X in 2022, standing approx. at the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption showed a abrupt contraction. Natural rubber and gum consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Natural Rubber And Gums

Exports from Germany

In 2022, overseas shipments of natural rubber and gums decreased by -43.5% to X tons, falling for the fourth consecutive year after three years of growth. Overall, exports recorded a abrupt curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 58% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, natural rubber and gum exports shrank dramatically to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 75% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Belgium (X tons), the United States (X tons) and Poland (X tons) were the main destinations of natural rubber and gum exports from Germany, with a combined 51% share of total exports. The Netherlands, France, Switzerland, Spain, Italy, the Czech Republic, Austria, Slovenia and Russia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 38%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Switzerland (with a CAGR of +17.7%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Belgium ($X), the United States ($X) and Poland ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for natural rubber and gum exported from Germany worldwide, with a combined 46% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Belgium, with a CAGR of +12.4%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average natural rubber and gum export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 17% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a pronounced decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 46%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the highest price was recorded for prices to France ($X per ton) and Switzerland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Belgium ($X per ton) and Spain ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Slovenia (-0.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Natural Rubber And Gums

Imports into Germany

In 2022, approx. X tons of natural rubber and gums were imported into Germany; with a decrease of -11.6% compared with the year before. Overall, imports showed a deep slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 40% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, natural rubber and gum imports declined to $X in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 89%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Thailand (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Vietnam (X tons) were the main suppliers of natural rubber and gum imports to Germany, with a combined 83% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the Netherlands (with a CAGR of +16.4%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Thailand ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and Vietnam ($X) appeared to be the largest natural rubber and gum suppliers to Germany, together comprising 79% of total imports.

The Netherlands, with a CAGR of +11.0%, recorded 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 mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average natural rubber and gum import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 2.2% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a pronounced setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 35%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Malaysia ($X per ton), while the price for Vietnam ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Guatemala (-0.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for natural rubber and gums in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of natural rubber and gum consumption in 2021 were Thailand, Indonesia and China, with a combined 56% share of global consumption. Vietnam, India, Malaysia and Cote d'Ivoire lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 26%.

What are the largest producers of natural rubber and gums in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of natural rubber and gum production in 2021 were Thailand, Indonesia and Vietnam, with a combined 63% share of global production. India, Cote d'Ivoire, China, Malaysia and the Philippines lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 24%.

What are the leading suppliers of natural rubber and gums to Germany?

In value terms, the Netherlands, Vietnam and Thailand were the largest natural rubber and gum suppliers to Germany, together accounting for 79% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of natural rubber and gums from Germany?

In value terms, the Netherlands, the United States and Belgium appeared to be the largest markets for natural rubber and gum exported from Germany worldwide, together accounting for 41% of total exports. Poland, Austria, Italy, France and Switzerland lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 38%.

What is the average export price for natural rubber and gums in Germany?

The average natural rubber and gum export price stood at $2,067 per ton in 2021, rising by 47% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for natural rubber and gums in Germany?

In 2021, the average natural rubber and gum import price amounted to $1,754 per ton, with an increase of 34% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for natural rubber and gum in Germany. 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:

FCL 836 - Natural rubber

Country coverage:

Germany

Data coverage:

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

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. 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, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
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. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024