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Global Unvulcanised Rubber Market 2025

Unvulcanised Rubber Market Size

The global unvulcanised rubber market rose slightly to $X in 2021, growing by 4% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the global market reached the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Unvulcanised Rubber Production

In value terms, unvulcanised rubber production rose markedly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, global production reached the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Unvulcanised Rubber Exports

Exports

In 2021, shipments abroad of unvulcanised rubber was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The global exports peaked at X tons in 2018; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

In value terms, unvulcanised rubber exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, showed a mild descent. Over the period under review, the global exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons), the United States (X tons), Canada (X tons), Thailand (X tons), Italy (X tons), Poland (X tons), the UK (X tons), France (X tons), Spain (X tons), Romania (X tons), Belgium (X tons) and Japan (X tons) represented roughly 79% of total exports in 2021. Malaysia (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the key exporting countries, was attained by Malaysia (with a CAGR of +11.1%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest unvulcanised rubber supplying countries worldwide were Germany ($X), the United States ($X) and Canada ($X), with a combined 37% share of global exports. These countries were followed by Thailand, Italy, Poland, the UK, France, Japan, Spain, Belgium, Romania and Malaysia, which together accounted for a further 45%.

Italy, with a CAGR of +2.9%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average unvulcanised rubber export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 6.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a noticeable descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the average export price increased by 7.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while Malaysia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Belgium (-0.6%), while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.

Unvulcanised Rubber Imports

Imports

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in purchases abroad of unvulcanised rubber, when their volume increased by 13% to X tons. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.0% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. Global imports peaked at X tons in 2018; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

In value terms, unvulcanised rubber imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a mild curtailment. Global imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X tons), followed by Poland (X tons), Mexico (X tons), India (X tons), Spain (X tons), China (X tons), Germany (X tons), Canada (X tons) and France (X tons) represented the key importers of unvulcanised rubber, together creating 61% of total imports. Romania (X tons), Italy (X tons), Hungary (X tons) and Turkey (X tons) took a little share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by India (with a CAGR of +31.8%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X), Poland ($X) and China ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together comprising 31% of global imports. Mexico, Germany, Spain, Canada, France, India, Italy, Romania, Hungary and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 43%.

India, with a CAGR of +25.8%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average unvulcanised rubber import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 7.3% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a noticeable reduction. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+1.4%), while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

China remains the largest unvulcanised rubber consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 26% of total volume. Moreover, unvulcanised rubber consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 9.3% share.

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

China remains the largest unvulcanised rubber producing country worldwide, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, unvulcanised rubber production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. India ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of unvulcanised rubber in the world?

In value terms, Germany, the United States and Canada constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2020, with a combined 36% share of global exports. These countries were followed by Italy, Thailand, Belgium, France, Poland, Japan, Spain, the UK, Romania and Malaysia, which together accounted for a further 46%.

What are the leading importers of unvulcanised rubber in the world?

In value terms, the United States, Poland and China constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2020, together comprising 29% of global imports. These countries were followed by Mexico, Germany, Spain, France, Canada, Italy, India, Belgium, Romania and Turkey, which together accounted for a further 45%.

What is the average export price for unvulcanised rubber in the world?

In 2020, the average unvulcanised rubber export price amounted to $2,789 per ton, approximately equating the previous year.

What is the average import price for unvulcanised rubber in the world?

The average unvulcanised rubber import price stood at $2,839 per ton in 2020, remaining constant against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global unvulcanised rubber market. 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.

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Prodcom 22192013 - Rubber compounded with carbon black or silica, unvulcanised

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Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

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Global market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Global production, split by region and country
Global trade (exports and imports)
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- United States
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
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, By Country, 2018–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, By Country, 2024
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Export Prices, 2012–2024