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| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Styrene Butadiene Rubber | China | EXW | USD 2,102.66/MT | August 2026 |
| Styrene Butadiene Rubber | USA | CIF | USD 2,259.00/MT | August 2026 |
| Styrene Butadiene Rubber | Germany | CIF | USD 2,217.00/MT | August 2026 |
| Styrene Butadiene Rubber | India | CIF | USD 2,194.00/MT | August 2026 |
| Styrene Butadiene Rubber | Japan | CIF | USD 2,137.00/MT | August 2026 |
| Styrene Butadiene Rubber | China | EXW | USD 1,955.44/MT | July 2026 |
| Styrene Butadiene Rubber | USA | CIF | USD 2,142.00/MT | July 2026 |
| Styrene Butadiene Rubber | Germany | CIF | USD 2,089.00/MT | July 2026 |
| Styrene Butadiene Rubber | India | CIF | USD 2,062.00/MT | July 2026 |
| Styrene Butadiene Rubber | Japan | CIF | USD 1,988.00/MT | July 2026 |
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Asia
In China, the average prices of Styrene Butadiene Rubber were ~USD 1,955.44/MT (EXW) in July and ~USD 2,102.66/MT in August, showing a ~7.5% increase. India saw a similar rise, with average import prices climbing about 6.4% from ~USD 2,062.00/MT (CIF) in July to ~USD 2,194.00/MT in August. In China, the market was weak in late July as crude oil eased, and buyers purchased only for immediate needs. From August, butadiene costs climbed on low inventory, and producers raised offers. Natural rubber reached a two year high, which made SBR a more attractive option for tyre makers. In September, styrene rose sharply on higher crude oil, and leading producers raised ex-factory prices several times, supported by tyre makers' own price increases. Prices eased slightly in mid-September but stayed high, and Indian import prices followed the higher Chinese costs.
Europe
In Germany, SBR averaged approximately USD 2,089.00/MT (CIF) in July and rose to about USD 2,217.00/MT in August, an increase of ~6.1%. The rise mainly reflected higher global feedstock costs, as butadiene and crude oil moved up. Demand also offered support, as replacement tyre sales improved and truck and bus tyre demand held up despite high fuel and energy costs. This allowed suppliers to pass on most of the higher costs.
North America
In the USA, average SBR import prices increased from nearly USD 2,142.00/MT (CIF) in July to roughly USD 2,259.00/MT in August, a gain of ~5.5%. Butadiene contract costs settled higher for August, which raised production costs for rubber makers. However, the increase was smaller than in other regions, as tyre demand remained soft and forecasts pointed to lower tyre shipments for the year. Tyre makers bought carefully, which limited further gains.
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According to Procurement Resource, Styrene Butadiene Rubber prices are likely to stay firm as feedstock costs remain high, though softer feedstock prices after mid-September and uneven tyre demand may limit further gains.
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Asia
In the second quarter of 2026, the monthly average styrene butadiene rubber price in China was ~RMB 16.75/kg in April and ~RMB 15.71/kg in the subsequent month, showing a decrease of ~6.2%. Prices softened in the quarter on account of weak demand for tyre production and increased inventories. Exports from East Asian producers maintained an even flow, making supplies more plentiful in the region, even though the upstream market situation was stable. Meanwhile, the average styrene butadiene rubber price in India was around ~INR 239.25/kg in April and ~INR 226.45/kg in the subsequent month, showing a decrease of ~5.3%.
Europe
In Germany, the monthly average price for styrene butadiene rubber during second quarter was EUR 2.19/kg, being ~EUR 2.27/kg in April and ~EUR 2.11/kg in the next month. As seen, prices experienced a decrease of ~7.1%. The decline occurred in the middle of the quarter due to weak production schedules in automotive segment and demand from tyre manufacturers.
North America
During the second quarter of 2026, the monthly average price for styrene butadiene rubber stood at USD 2,551.80/MT in April and USD 2,432.19/MT in the next month. Thus, prices experienced a decrease of ~4.7% from April to May. Prices remained relatively supported due to adequate supply levels and constant demand for tyre replacement.
Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR) is a synthetic rubber made of styrene and butadiene monomers. The properties of the said polymer depend on the varying ratios of the monomers; usually, rubber having high styrene content is rigid and less flexible. It is a good alternative to natural rubber due to its high abrasion, crack resistance, and heat ageing properties. SBR is the most widely produced and used synthetic rubber globally and was initially marketed under the name Buna-S.
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Automotive Parts, Conveyor Belts, Tires, Insulation of wires and cables, Mechanical rubber goods, Adhesives/Lubricants
SBR, Styrene Butadiene
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The two monomers are copolymerized in an emulsion process, in which a soap-like surface-acting agent emulsifies the material in the water solution. Besides the monomers, the solution contains free-radical initiators and stabilizers, which prevent the deterioration of the final product. Upon the reaction, styrene and butadiene are arranged as repeating units and crosslinks are introduced via vulcanization.
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