Styrene-butadiene rubber trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in styrene-butadiene rubber was worth $6.61 billion in 2024, about 3.06 million tonnes. That is an increase of 3% since 2017, and up 9% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.61B | 3.06M t |
| 2023 | $6.05B | 2.90M t |
| 2022 | $7.22B | 3.01M t |
| 2021 | $6.76B | 3.21M t |
| 2020 | $4.64B | 2.94M t |
| 2019 | $5.75B | 3.03M t |
| 2018 | $6.25B | 2.97M t |
| 2017 | $6.43B | 3.03M t |
Top styrene-butadiene rubber exporting countries
Exports are led by South Korea (16%), China (8%) and the United States (8%). 94 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 32%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $1.07B | 16% |
| China | $534.7M | 8.1% |
| United States | $521.2M | 7.9% |
| Germany | $512.3M | 7.8% |
| Taiwan | $441.0M | 6.7% |
| Poland | $406.7M | 6.2% |
| Russia | $381.2M | 5.8% |
| France | $364.9M | 5.5% |
| Japan | $350.1M | 5.3% |
| Singapore | $327.9M | 5% |
| Thailand | $291.4M | 4.4% |
| Indonesia | $276.0M | 4.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are China (14%), the United States (9%) and India (6%). 182 countries imported it, and the top three take 29% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $953.1M | 14% |
| United States | $600.6M | 9.1% |
| India | $382.0M | 5.8% |
| Thailand | $369.3M | 5.6% |
| Vietnam | $319.7M | 4.8% |
| Germany | $279.3M | 4.2% |
| Indonesia | $244.4M | 3.7% |
| Turkey | $242.6M | 3.7% |
| Poland | $235.6M | 3.6% |
| Brazil | $226.8M | 3.4% |
| Italy | $175.2M | 2.7% |
| Hungary | $175.1M | 2.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.16 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $2.65 per kg and Russia $1.49 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 4002.19: Rubber: synthetic, styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) and carboxylated styrene-butadiene rubber (XSBR), (other than latex), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip. HS 4002 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most styrene-butadiene rubber?
South Korea exported $1.07 billion in 2024, 16% of the world total, followed by China (8%) and the United States (8%). In all, 94 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most styrene-butadiene rubber?
China imported $953.1 million in 2024, 14% of world imports, ahead of the United States (9%) and India (6%). The top three importers together take 29%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in styrene-butadiene rubber?
It was worth $6.61 billion in 2024, about 3.06 million tonnes. That is an increase of 3% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $7.22 billion. 94 countries reported exports and 182 reported imports.
What is the average price of styrene-butadiene rubber per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.16 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $2.65 per kg and Russia $1.49 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for styrene-butadiene rubber?
The HS code for styrene-butadiene rubber is subheading 4002.19, in chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 4002 page.
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