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| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butyl Rubber | China | FOB | USD 5,123.22/MT | June 2026 |
| Butyl Rubber | USA | CIF | USD 5,278.22/MT | June 2026 |
| Butyl Rubber | Germany | FOB | USD 5,244.22/MT | June 2026 |
| Butyl Rubber | India | CIF | USD 5,211.22/MT | June 2026 |
| Butyl Rubber | Japan | CIF | USD 5,156.22/MT | June 2026 |
| Butyl Rubber | China | FOB | USD 5,123.22/MT | May 2026 |
| Butyl Rubber | USA | CIF | USD 5,242.19/MT | May 2026 |
| Butyl Rubber | Germany | FOB | USD 5,216.45/MT | May 2026 |
| Butyl Rubber | India | CIF | USD 5,190.34/MT | May 2026 |
| Butyl Rubber | Japan | CIF | USD 5,160.75/MT | May 2026 |
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Asia
Butyl Rubber prices in China increased to ~RMB 33.96/kg and ~RMB 34.66/kg, respectively, in the first two months of Q2’26, showing a ~2.1% increase during the said period. Prices were supported by tight supply conditions caused by overseas plant maintenance, disrupted Middle Eastern shipments and limited imported regular butyl rubber availability. Chinese butyl rubber plant utilisation stable, with producers maintaining firm offers due to restricted supply. Halobutyl rubber availability remained constrained as domestic producers focused on export orders. Upstream support was mixed as MTBE and isoprene movements varied, while supply disruptions had a stronger impact than direct feedstock cost changes. Tire demand provided some support; however, market strength weakened later as MTBE prices declined and buyers shifted toward immediate purchasing. Along with this, automotive demand remained mixed, with new-energy vehicle production increasing 17.8% in May, while total vehicle output declined 3.2%.
Europe
Butyl Rubber prices in Germany increased to ~EUR 4.35/kg in April and ~EUR 4.47/kg in the subsequent month, showing a ~2.9% increase. European markets were supported by higher energy and production costs, with polymer manufacturers facing increased utility, transportation and processing expenses. Energy producer costs remained elevated, while intermediate-goods prices increased from March to April, supporting supplier pricing. Disruptions in LNG availability increased uncertainty around energy costs and affected chemical producers. Automotive demand provided support for halobutyl rubber used in tire inner liners, with EU new-car registrations increasing 4% during January to May. However, weak construction activity limited non-tire demand, as euro-area building construction declined 5.2% year over year in April, affecting sealants, adhesives and waterproofing applications.
North America
Butyl Rubber prices in the United States increased to ~USD 5,061.00/MT in April and ~USD 5,242.19/MT in the following month, showing a ~3.6% increase. Prices were supported by upstream cost pressure from crude-related C4 feedstocks after Middle Eastern supply disruptions affected refinery streams and energy markets. However, weaker global oil demand limited further cost escalation later in the quarter. Automotive demand remained stable, with U.S. motor vehicle assemblies at 10.61 million units in April and 10.63 million units in May on a seasonally adjusted annual basis, supporting tire-related consumption.
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According to Procurement Resource, looking ahead, butyl rubber prices are expected to remain stable with a firm bias as supply availability improves, while demand recovery in automotive and industrial sectors will determine further price movements.
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Asia
In Asia, the butyl rubber market remained pressured by oversupply despite rising production costs in the first quarter of 2026. Iran war–related disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz tightened petrochemical supply chains, increasing costs across ethylene-linked derivatives, including isobutylene. However, supply-side pressure dominated, as China’s rubber imports increased significantly, leading to inventory accumulation and downward pressure on prices. Additionally, China imposed anti-dumping duties on halogenated butyl rubber imports from India, Japan, and Canada, restricting inflows and partially supporting domestic prices. Downstream demand remained mixed, with tire exports improving but domestic demand weak and finished goods inventories elevated, limiting price gains.
Europe
In the European region, the butyl rubber price graph displayed a firmer path driven by higher costs of raw materials and reduced imports in Q1’26. Tight supply conditions in the global market and high upstream pricing further drove up production costs. Moreover, distorted supply conditions amid lower imports from Asia, driven by anti-dumping measures, also impacted supply conditions. Consumption from the tire and automotive industries maintained stability while being cautious with their purchases and margins under pressure, which limited further price growth.
North America
In Q1’26, butyl rubber prices in North America were driven by cost-push factors, including higher values of feedstocks and tight global supply conditions. However, prices faced headwinds from the consumption side as the automotive and tire industries maintained cautious behaviour. Broader weakness in the non-ferrous and industrial complex, together with high inventory levels, did not allow suppliers to raise prices to cover higher production costs.
The copolymerization reaction of isobutylene and isoprene results in the production of butyl rubber, that belongs to the category of synthetic elastomers. This rubber has high gas permeability, excellent weather resistance, flexibility, and enhanced resistance to chemicals. Due to its these properties, it is widely used in the production of airtight seals, applications employing chemical and gas protection and moisture resistance.
Tire inner lines, Adhesives and sealants, Medical applications, Sports equipment, Electrical insulation, Liners for tanks and ponds
Isobutylene-isoprene rubber
Fine organics, Timco Rubber, The Goodyear tire and rubber products Inc, JSR Corporation, Exxon Mobil Chemical, Reliance Industries Ltd, LANXESS AG, Eastman Chemical Company
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The reaction of methyl chloride and ethylene in liquid state produces butyl rubber. The excess methyl chloride is removed from the solution by adding hot water. It is then stabilized by calcium stearate and with subsequent purification step, the final product is obtained.
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