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Synthetic Rubber: Global Strategic Business Report

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  • 278 Pages
  • April 2024
  • Region: Global
  • Global Industry Analysts, Inc
  • ID: 338630

Global Synthetic Rubber Market to Reach $24.6 Billion by 2030

The global market for Synthetic Rubber estimated at US$18.5 Billion in the year 2022, is projected to reach a revised size of US$24.6 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 3.6% over the analysis period 2022-2030. Styrene-Butadiene Rubber, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is projected to record a 3.4% CAGR and reach US$8.8 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Taking into account the ongoing post pandemic recovery, growth in the Polybutadiene Rubber segment is readjusted to a revised 3.4% CAGR for the next 8-year period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at $5 Billion, While China is Forecast to Grow at 6% CAGR

The Synthetic Rubber market in the U.S. is estimated at US$5 Billion in the year 2022. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$5 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 6% over the analysis period 2022 to 2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at 1.9% and 3% respectively over the 2022-2030 period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 2.4% CAGR. Led by countries such as Australia, India, and South Korea, the market in Asia-Pacific is forecast to reach US$3.2 Billion by the year 2030.

Select Competitors (Total 52 Featured) -

  • ARLANXEO
  • Asahi Kasei Chemicals Corp.
  • Chongqing Changshou Chemical Co. Ltd.
  • Denka Co. Ltd.
  • Dow Inc.
  • Dynasol Elastomers
  • ExxonMobil Chemical Company
  • Firestone Polymers LLC
  • Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
  • JSR Corporation
  • Korea Kumho Petrochemical Company
  • Lanxess AG
  • LG Chem Ltd.
  • Lion Elastomers
  • Shanxi Synthetic Rubber Group Co. Ltd.
  • Showa Denko K.K
  • SIBUR Holding JSC
  • SINOPEC Qilu Petrochemical Co. Ltd.
  • Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.
  • Synthos S.A.
  • Tosoh Corporation
  • TSRC Corporation
  • UBE Industries Ltd.
  • Versalis S.p.A.
  • Zeon Corporation

What's New?

  • Special coverage on Russia-Ukraine war; global inflation; easing of zero-Covid policy in China and its `bumpy` reopening; supply chain disruptions, global trade tensions; and risk of recession.
  • Global competitiveness and key competitor percentage market shares
  • Market presence across multiple geographies - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial
  • Online interactive peer-to-peer collaborative bespoke updates
  • Access to digital archives and Research Platform
  • Complimentary updates for one year

Table of Contents

I. METHODOLOGYII. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
  • Influencer Market Insights
  • World Market Trajectories
  • Impact of Covid-19 and a Looming Global Recession
  • Rubber Industry - A Prelude
  • Recent Market Activity
  • Synthetic Rubber Market: A Review
  • Synthetic Rubber Consumption: Current and Future Analysis
  • SBR: A Major Type of Synthetic Rubber Product
  • Tire-Related Industries Continue to Spur Demand for Synthetic Rubber
  • Asia-Pacific at the Forefront of Growth in Synthetic Rubber Market
  • Pricing Scenario
  • Butadiene (BD): Major Feedstock for Synthetic Rubber
  • Synthetic Rubber - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2022 (E)
  • Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2022 (E)
2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
  • Asahi Kasei Chemicals Corp. (Japan)
  • Chongqing Changshou Chemical Co., Ltd. (China)
  • Denka Co., Ltd. (Japan)
  • Dow Chemical Company (USA)
  • Dynasol Elastomers (Mexico)
  • ExxonMobil Chemical Company (USA)
  • Firestone Polymers LLC (USA)
  • Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (USA)
  • JSR Corporation (Japan)
  • Korea Kumho Petrochemical Company (Korea)
  • Lanxess AG (Germany)
  • ARLANXEO (Netherlands)
  • LG Chem Ltd. (Korea)
  • Lion Elastomers (USA)
  • Shanxi Synthetic Rubber Group Co., Ltd. (China)
  • Showa Denko K.K (Japan)
  • SIBUR Holding JSC (Russia)
  • SINOPEC Qilu Petrochemical Co. Ltd. (China)
  • Sumitomo Chemical Company Ltd (Japan)
  • Synthos S.A. (Poland)
  • TSRC Corporation (Taiwan)
  • Tosoh Corporation (Japan)
  • UBE Industries Ltd. (Japan)
  • Versalis S.p.A. (Italy)
  • Zeon Corporation (Japan)
  • Zeon Chemicals LP (USA)
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
  • Synthetic Rubber Indispensable to Automobile Tires
  • Tires: The Most Important Part of the Automobile
  • World Auto Production to Exhibit STable Gains: Positive Outlook for Synthetic Rubber Market
  • Increasing Average Vehicle Life Drives Replacement Tires Demand
  • Innovation in Green Tire Construction Vital for Sustainable Growth of Tires Market
  • High-Performance Tires to Drive Growth
  • Growing Role of Nanotechnology Offers Benefits to Cover Entire Life-Cycle of Tires
  • Wide Price Differential Leads to Interchangeability of Synthetic and Natural Rubber
  • Tight Supply of Synthetic Rubber (SR), Higher Prices Squeeze Manufacturer Profit Margins
  • Increasing Footwear Sales Augur Well for Synthetic Rubber Market
  • Review of Select Product Segments
  • Styrene-Butadiene Elastomers (SBR)
  • Ethylene-Propylene Rubber (EPR)
  • Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (NBR)
  • Chloroprene Rubber
  • Polybutadiene Rubber
  • Butyl Rubber
  • Rubber Alternatives Threaten Demand
  • Thermoplastic Elastomers: An Alternative to Synthetic and Natural Rubber
  • R&D - Critical for Competitiveness of Synthetic Rubber Producers
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
  • Table 1: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Synthetic Rubber by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 2: World Historic Review for Synthetic Rubber by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2012 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 3: World 18-Year Perspective for Synthetic Rubber by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets for Years 2012, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 4: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Styrene-Butadiene Rubber by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 5: World Historic Review for Styrene-Butadiene Rubber by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2012 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 6: World 18-Year Perspective for Styrene-Butadiene Rubber by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2012, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 7: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Polybutadiene Rubber by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 8: World Historic Review for Polybutadiene Rubber by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2012 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 9: World 18-Year Perspective for Polybutadiene Rubber by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2012, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 10: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Ethylene Propylene Rubber by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 11: World Historic Review for Ethylene Propylene Rubber by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2012 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 12: World 18-Year Perspective for Ethylene Propylene Rubber by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2012, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 13: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Nitrile Rubber by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 14: World Historic Review for Nitrile Rubber by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2012 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 15: World 18-Year Perspective for Nitrile Rubber by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2012, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 16: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Polyisoprene Rubber by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 17: World Historic Review for Polyisoprene Rubber by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2012 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 18: World 18-Year Perspective for Polyisoprene Rubber by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2012, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 19: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Polychloroprene Rubber by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 20: World Historic Review for Polychloroprene Rubber by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2012 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 21: World 18-Year Perspective for Polychloroprene Rubber by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2012, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 22: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Product Segments by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 23: World Historic Review for Other Product Segments by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2012 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 24: World 18-Year Perspective for Other Product Segments by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2012, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 25: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Tire by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 26: World Historic Review for Tire by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2012 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 27: World 18-Year Perspective for Tire by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2012, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 28: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Non-Tire Automotive by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 29: World Historic Review for Non-Tire Automotive by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2012 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 30: World 18-Year Perspective for Non-Tire Automotive by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2012, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 31: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Industrial Rubber Goods by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 32: World Historic Review for Industrial Rubber Goods by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2012 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 33: World 18-Year Perspective for Industrial Rubber Goods by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2012, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 34: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Footwear by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 35: World Historic Review for Footwear by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2012 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 36: World 18-Year Perspective for Footwear by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2012, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 37: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Applications by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 38: World Historic Review for Other Applications by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2012 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 39: World 18-Year Perspective for Other Applications by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2012, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 40: World Synthetic Rubber Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2012 through 2030
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
UNITED STATES
  • Synthetic Rubber Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2023 (E)
CANADA
JAPAN
  • Synthetic Rubber Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Japan for 2023 (E)
CHINA
  • Synthetic Rubber Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in China for 2023 (E)
EUROPE
  • Synthetic Rubber Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2023 (E)
FRANCE
  • Synthetic Rubber Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in France for 2023 (E)
GERMANY
  • Synthetic Rubber Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Germany for 2023 (E)
ITALY
UNITED KINGDOM
  • Synthetic Rubber Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United Kingdom for 2023 (E)
SPAINRUSSIAREST OF EUROPE
ASIA-PACIFIC
  • Synthetic Rubber Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2023 (E)
AUSTRALIA
  • Synthetic Rubber Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Australia for 2023 (E)
INDIA
  • Synthetic Rubber Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in India for 2023 (E)
SOUTH KOREAREST OF ASIA-PACIFIC
LATIN AMERICA
  • Synthetic Rubber Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Latin America for 2023 (E)
ARGENTINABRAZILMEXICOREST OF LATIN AMERICA
MIDDLE EAST
  • Synthetic Rubber Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Middle East for 2023 (E)
IRANISRAELSAUDI ARABIAUNITED ARAB EMIRATESREST OF MIDDLE EAST
AFRICA
  • Synthetic Rubber Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Africa for 2023 (E)
IV. COMPETITION

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

  • ARLANXEO
  • Asahi Kasei Chemicals Corp.
  • Chongqing Changshou Chemical Co. Ltd.
  • Denka Co. Ltd.
  • Dow Inc.
  • Dynasol Elastomers
  • ExxonMobil Chemical Company
  • Firestone Polymers LLC
  • Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
  • JSR Corporation
  • Korea Kumho Petrochemical Company
  • Lanxess AG
  • LG Chem Ltd.
  • Lion Elastomers
  • Shanxi Synthetic Rubber Group Co. Ltd.
  • Showa Denko K.K
  • SIBUR Holding JSC
  • SINOPEC Qilu Petrochemical Co. Ltd.
  • Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.
  • Synthos S.A.
  • Tosoh Corporation
  • TSRC Corporation
  • UBE Industries Ltd.
  • Versalis S.p.A.
  • Zeon Corporation

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