Report Overview

Asia-Pacific Synthetic Rubber Market - Industry Trends & Forecast Report, 2029

Asia-Pacific synthetic rubber market size was estimated at USD 9.2 billion in 2022. During the forecast period between 2023 and 2029, the size of Asia-Pacific synthetic rubber market is projected to grow at CAGR of 3.9% reaching a value of USD 12 billion by 2029. Major growth drivers for Asia-Pacific synthetic rubber market include increasing use of synthetic rubber in a variety of applications, increasing penetration of EVs, surging demand from automotive industries, and growing production and demand for consumer and industrial goods. Likewise, the market's rise will be driven by an increase in sports activities such as motor racing competitions and detailed research into tire durability and demand. The growing middle class and rising industrialization have boosted the footwear industry, which will fuel the expansion of Asia-Pacific synthetic rubber market during period in analysis. Asia-Pacific synthetic rubber market will expand rapidly due to increased production of various grades of non-automotive products and tires. Also, China, India, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Vietnam are among the world's major producers of natural and synthetic rubber. The region serves a substantial application of synthetic rubber, such as tires. According to the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers, more than 50 million automobiles were manufactured in Asia Pacific. India and China have the world's largest two-wheeler industries. The region is a hub for the manufacturing of consumer electronics which creates considerable demand for synthetic rubber in the region.

Asia-Pacific Synthetic Rubber Market – Overview

Synthetic rubber, like other polymers, is manufactured from several petroleum-based monomers. The most common synthetic rubber is styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR), which is generated from the copolymerization of styrene and 1, 3-butadiene. The automobile industry is the primary market driver, as it uses synthetic rubber in both tire and non-tire applications. The product's high score is due to its resilience, hardness, and elasticity, which make it a key component in the production of tires for the automobile industry. Bicycles, vehicles, and aircraft account for more than half of all rubber use. Asia Pacific holds the highest revenue share of the synthetic rubber market and is expected to continue to do so in the near future. The Asia Pacific market for synthetic rubber is expanding due to the region's fast-growing economies, such as China and India. Malaysia is another major rubber producer in the region. This is attributed to increased automotive sales in both countries. The expanding construction sector and increased infrastructure projects are projected to benefit the Asia Pacific market. The rising demand for green tires is expected to have a favorable impact on the market throughout the forecast period. Asia Pacific is expected to lead the synthetic rubber industry in terms of output. Furthermore, Chinese petroleum and chemical businesses are being promoted as the world's greatest synthetic rubber manufacturing facility.

Asia-Pacific Synthetic Rubber Market

Growth Drivers

Increasing demand from automotive industries

The market will rise as a result of rising demand for synthetic rubber in the automobile industry. Due to properties such as abrasion and temperature resistance, artificial rubber is used in the automotive industry. Artificial rubber's excellent anti-slip qualities make it perfect for usage in automotive pedals and interior flooring mats. Flooring, door and window profiles, hoses, O-rings and gaskets, and belts are also examples of its uses. It is also commonly utilized in tire manufacturing. Furthermore, it is expected that the expanding global demand for automobiles would enhance product consumption, particularly because rubber goods are utilized to manufacture various motorcycles and automobiles. Due to the rapid expansion of the automotive sector and expanding R&D activities, demand for the product will rise over the forecast period.

Restraints

Environmental regulations and health hazards in manufacturing synthetic rubber

Environmental regulations and health hazards in the synthetic rubber production industry are impeding the growth of the synthetic rubber market. The production of synthetic rubber has been hampered by rigorous environmental requirements. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the principal sources of hazardous pollutants are rubber processing, sealant production, and tire manufacturing facilities. For example, the manufacture of butadiene rubber (BR), a type of synthetic rubber, produces hazardous materials such as carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and other dangerous gases and vapors.

Impact of COVID-19 on Asia-Pacific Synthetic Rubber Market

COVID-19 had a detrimental impact on synthetic rubber market in terms of both volume and value due to the imposition of severe movement restrictions and lockdowns. As a result, supply chains and production units were severely disrupted. Thus, decreased production in the automotive and other industries due to a lack of raw materials, mostly latex, as a result of delayed trade operations has had a detrimental influence on the synthetic rubber market. However, due to stringent standards being followed during the transfer of raw materials in the synthetic rubber industry, the reopening of country borders is assisting in the resolution of transport and logistic concerns. Manufacturers are increasing their reliance on domestic production in order to reduce their reliance on raw materials from other countries. Multinational corporations have begun to re-evaluate their supply chains and are in the process of reorganizing their supply chains to lessen concentration in a few nations. To keep the economy operating in the face of the ongoing epidemic, market participants are focused on major revenue-generating end uses such as tires, adhesives, and consumer goods.

Asia-Pacific Synthetic Rubber Market

Segmental Coverage

Asia-Pacific Synthetic Rubber Market – By Product

By product, Asia-Pacific synthetic rubber market is divided into Acrylic Rubber (ACM), Butadiene Rubber (BR), Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR), Butyl Rubber (IIR), Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM), Fluoroelastomers (FKM)/ Viton, and Isoprene Rubber (IR), and Silicone Rubber (SIR) segments. The ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) segment is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period. EPDM is the most widely used and versatile synthetic rubber, with applications ranging from wire and cable connections to insulators, accumulator bladders, diaphragms, radiator and heater hoses, window and door seals, and more. This rubber is extremely heat and oxidation resistant. It is unbreakable even at temperatures of up to 150 degrees. Also, it has a high resistance to wet and humidity. The roofing material EPDM is used to repair leaks.

Asia-Pacific Synthetic Rubber Market – By Application

Based on application, Asia-Pacific synthetic rubber market is segmented into Tire, Non-Tire Automotive, Industrial Goods, and Footwear. The tire automotive segment held the highest market share in 2022. One element that would promote market expansion is the growth of the automobile sector, together with advancements in tire technology. The non-tire automotive industry is the market's second-largest segment. Rubber usage can be found in automobile mats as well as wire and cables in this area. Conveyor belts, industrial mats, gloves, and wires and cables are examples of industrial rubber goods. Rising product demand in these applications will fuel market expansion.

Asia-Pacific Synthetic Rubber Market – By Country

Geographically, Asia-Pacific synthetic rubber market covers major countries: China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia & New Zealand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines, Vietnam, and Rest of Asia Pacific. As nitrile and styrene-butadiene rubbers are becoming increasingly popular, both established companies and newcomers are expected to explore for opportunities in China, Australia, and India. The expansion of the footwear industry and the expansion of infrastructure projects promise well for the region's future.

Competitive Landscape

Major players operating in Asia-Pacific synthetic rubber market include Ube Industries, Ltd., Asahi Kasei Corp., Bridgestone Corp., Indian Synthetic Rubber Pvt. Ltd., JSR Corp., LG Chem, Ltd., Reliance Industries Ltd., SABIC, Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd., The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., Trinseo, and Pirelli & C. S.p.A. To further enhance their market share, these companies employ various strategies, including mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, joint ventures, license agreements, and new product launches.

Recent Developments

• In 2019 - ExxonMobil Chemical Corporation developed an inner liner material that it believes will significantly improve air retention in tires at the Future Tire Sustainability conference in Cologne.

Scope of the Report

By Product

• Acrylic Rubber (ACM)

• Butadiene Rubber (BR)

• Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR)

• Butyl Rubber (IIR)

• Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM)

• Fluoroelastomers (FKM)/ Viton

• Isoprene Rubber (IR)

• Silicone Rubber (SIR)

By Application

• Tire

• Non-Tire Automotive

• Industrial Goods

• Footwear

By Country 

• China

• India

• Japan

• South Korea

• Australia & New Zealand

• Indonesia

• Malaysia

• Singapore

• Philippines

• Vietnam

• Rest of Asia Pacific

1. Research Framework
   1. Research Objective
   2. Product Overview
   3. Market Segmentation
2. Executive Summary
3. Asia Pacific Synthetic Rubber Market Insights
   1. Industry Value Chain Analysis
   2. DROC Analysis
      1. Growth Drivers
         1. Increasing Penetration of EVs
         2. Surging Demand from Automotive Industries
         3. Growing Production and Demand for Consumer and Industrial Goods
      2. Restraints
         1. Environmental Regulations
         2. Health Hazards in Manufacturing Synthetic Rubber
      3. Opportunities
         1. Surging Demand for High-Performance and Eco-Friendly Tires
         2. Technological Advancements and Modernization in The Production Techniques
      4. Challenges
         1. Volatility in The Prices of Raw Materials
   3. Technology Advancements/Recent Developments
   4. Regulatory Framework
   5. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of New Entrants
      4. Threat of Substitutes
      5. Intensity of Rivalry
4. Asia Pacific Synthetic Rubber Market Overview
   1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2029
      1. By Value (USD Million)
   2. Market Share & Forecast
      1. By Product
         1. Acrylic Rubber (ACM)
         2. Butadiene Rubber (BR)
         3. Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR)
         4. Butyl Rubber (IIR)
         5. Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM)
         6. Fluoroelastomers (FKM)/ Viton
         7. Isoprene Rubber (IR)
         8. Silicone Rubber (SIR)
         9. Others
      2. By Application
         1. Tire
         2. Non-Tire Automotive
         3. Industrial Goods
         4. Footwear
         5. Others
      3. By Country 
         1. China
         2. India
         3. Japan
         4. South Korea
         5. Australia & New Zealand
         6. Indonesia
         7. Malaysia
         8. Singapore
         9. Philippines
         10. Vietnam
         11. Rest of Asia Pacific
5. China Synthetic Rubber Market
   1. 1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2029
      2. By Value (USD Million)
   2. Market Share & Forecast
      1. By Product Type
      2. By Application
6. India Synthetic Rubber Market
   1. 1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2029
      2. By Value (USD Million)
   2. Market Share & Forecast
      1. By Product Type
      2. By Application
7. Japan Synthetic Rubber Market
   1. 1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2029
      2. By Value (USD Million)
   2. Market Share & Forecast
      1. By Product Type
      2. By Application
8. South Korea Synthetic Rubber Market
   1. 1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2029
      2. By Value (USD Million)
   2. Market Share & Forecast
      1. By Product Type
      2. By Application
9. Australia & New Zealand Synthetic Rubber Market
   1. 1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2029
      2. By Value (USD Million)
   2. Market Share & Forecast
      1. By Product Type
      2. By Application
10. Indonesia Synthetic Rubber Market
    1. 1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2029
       2. By Value (USD Million)
    2. Market Share & Forecast
       1. By Product Type
       2. By Application
11. Malaysia Synthetic Rubber Market
    1. 1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2029
       2. By Value (USD Million)
    2. Market Share & Forecast
       1. By Product Type
       2. By Application
12. Singapore Synthetic Rubber Market
    1. 1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2029
       2. By Value (USD Million)
    2. Market Share & Forecast
       1. By Product Type
       2. By Application
13. Philippines Synthetic Rubber Market
    1. 1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2029
       2. By Value (USD Million)
    2. Market Share & Forecast
       1. By Product Type
       2. By Application
14. Vietnam Synthetic Rubber Market
    1. 1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2029
       2. By Value (USD Million)
    2. Market Share & Forecast
       1. By Product Type
       2. By Application
15. Rest of Asia Pacific Synthetic Rubber Market
    1. 1. Market Size & Forecast, 2019–2029
       2. By Value (USD Million)
    2. Market Share & Forecast
       1. By Product Type
       2. By Application
16. Competitive Landscape
    1. List of Key Players and Their Offerings
    2. Asia-Pacific synthetic Rubber Company Market Share Analysis, 2022
    3. Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating Parameters
    4. Key Strategic Developments (Mergers, Acquisitions, Partnerships
17. Impact of Covid-19 on Asia Pacific Synthetic Rubber Market
18. Company Profile (Company Overview, Financial Matrix, Competitive Landscape, Key Personnel, Key Competitors, Contact Address, Strategic Outlook, SWOT Analysis)
    1. Ube Industries, Ltd.
    2. Asahi Kasei Corp.
    3. Bridgestone Corp.
    4. Indian Synthetic Rubber Pvt. Ltd.
    5. JSR Corp.
    6. LG Chem, Ltd.
    7. Reliance Industries Ltd.
    8. SABIC
    9. Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.
    10. The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.
    11. Trinseo
    12. Pirelli & C. S.p.A
    13. Other Prominent Players
19. Key Strategic Recommendations
20. Research Methodology
    1. Qualitative Research
       1. Primary & Secondary Research
    2. Quantitative Research
    3. Market Breakdown & Data Triangulation
       1. Secondary Research
       2. Primary Research
    4. Breakdown of Primary Research Respondents, By Region
    5. Assumptions & Limitations

*Financial in Sales operating of case of non-listed companies can be provided as per availability.

**The segmentation and the companies are subject to modifications based on in-depth secondary research for the final deliverable.

List of Figures

Figure 1       Asia-Pacific Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Figure 2       Asia-Pacific Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 3       Asia-Pacific Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 4       Asia-Pacific Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Country, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 5       China Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Figure 6       China Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 7       China Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 8       India Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Figure 9       India Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 10     India Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 11     Japan Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Figure 12     Japan Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 13     Japan Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 14     South Korea Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Figure 15     South Korea Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 16     South Korea Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 17     Australia & New Zealand Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Figure 18     Australia & New Zealand Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 19     Australia & New Zealand Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 20     Indonesia Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Figure 21     Indonesia Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 22     Indonesia Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 23     Malaysia Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Figure 24     Malaysia Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 25     Malaysia Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 26     Singapore Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Figure 27     Singapore Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 28     Singapore Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 29     Philippines Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Figure 30     Philippines Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 31     Philippines Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 32     Vietnam Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Figure 33     Vietnam Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 34     Vietnam Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 35     Rest of APAC Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Figure 36     Rest of APAC Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Figure 37     Rest of APAC Synthetic Rubber Market Share, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

List of Tables

Table 1        Asia-Pacific Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Table 2        Asia-Pacific Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 3        Asia-Pacific Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 4        Asia-Pacific Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Country, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 5        China Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Table 6        China Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 7        China Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 8        India Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Table 9        India Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 10      India Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 11      Japan Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Table 12      Japan Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 13      Japan Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 14      South Korea Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Table 15      South Korea Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 16      South Korea Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 17      Australia & New Zealand Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Table 18      Australia & New Zealand Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 19      Australia & New Zealand Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 20      Indonesia Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Table 21      Indonesia Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 22      Indonesia Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 23      Malaysia Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Table 24      Malaysia Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 25      Malaysia Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 26      Singapore Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Table 27      Singapore Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 28      Singapore Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 29      Philippines Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Table 30      Philippines Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 31      Philippines Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 32      Vietnam Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Table 33      Vietnam Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 34      Vietnam Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 35      Rest of APAC Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Value (USD Million), 2019–2029

Table 36      Rest of APAC Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Product Type, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 37      Rest of APAC Synthetic Rubber Market Size, By Application, By Value, 2019–2029

Table 38      China Railway Construction Corporation Limited Company Overview              

Table 39      China Railway Construction Corporation Limited Financial Overview               

Table 40      Ube Industries, Ltd. Company Overview

Table 41      Ube Industries, Ltd. Financial Overview

Table 42      Asahi Kasei Corp. Company Overview

Table 43      Asahi Kasei Corp. Financial Overview

Table 44      Bridgestone Corp. Company Overview

Table 45      Bridgestone Corp. Financial Overview

Table 46      Indian Synthetic Rubber Pvt. Ltd. Company Overview                                   

Table 47      Indian Synthetic Rubber Pvt. Ltd. Financial Overview                                    

Table 48      JSR Corp. Company Overview

Table 49      JSR Corp. Financial Overview

Table 50      LG Chem, Ltd.  Company Overview

Table 51      LG Chem, Ltd.  Financial Overview

Table 52      Reliance Industries Ltd.   Company Overview                                      

Table 53      Reliance Industries Ltd.   Financial Overview                                       

Table 54      SABIC Company Overview

Table 55      SABIC Financial Overview

Table 56      Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.  Company Overview                               

Table 57      Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.  Financial Overview                                         

Table 58      The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. Company Overview                                     

Table 59      The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. Financial Overview                            

Table 60      Trinseo Company Overview

Table 61      Trinseo Financial Overview

Table 62      Pirelli & C. S.p.A Company Overview

Table 63      Pirelli & C. S.p.A Financial Overview