| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPDM Rubber | China | FOB | USD 5,153.79/MT | May 2026 |
| EPDM Rubber | USA | CIF | USD 5,273.19/MT | May 2026 |
| EPDM Rubber | Germany | CIF | USD 5,247.45/MT | May 2026 |
| EPDM Rubber | India | CIF | USD 5,221.34/MT | May 2026 |
| EPDM Rubber | Japan | CIF | USD 5,191.75/MT | May 2026 |
| EPDM Rubber | China | FOB | USD 4,955.56/MT | April 2026 |
| EPDM Rubber | USA | CIF | USD 5,042.56/MT | April 2026 |
| EPDM Rubber | Germany | CIF | USD 5,081.56/MT | April 2026 |
| EPDM Rubber | India | CIF | USD 5,005.56/MT | April 2026 |
| EPDM Rubber | Japan | CIF | USD 4,997.56/MT | April 2026 |
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Asia
EPDM rubber prices showed an increase on the Asian market, backed up by strong ethylene prices, combined with a shortage of supply in the region. Limited supply due to lower utilization rates at steam crackers and a decrease in capacities by 20-28% in Japan and South Korea created additional pressure on buyers, who switched to imports, pushing buyers toward imports and increasing competition for cargoes. For India, increased reliance on shipments and a shortage in supply continued to push prices higher due to energy flow problems worldwide.
Europe
EPDM rubber pricing in Europe stayed low owing to excess supply and poor demand. The poor performance of ethylene and its low cracking margin of about 75% limited cost support for the commodity. Additionally, the continued availability of imports for olefins and derivatives weighed down the local producers, and demand from the automotive and building industries was weak due to inflation and sluggish economic growth.
North America
In North America, EPDM rubber prices remained largely stable with slight pressure, as oversupply and weak downstream demand persisted. Ethylene-linked cost support from higher natural gas and ethane prices prevented sharp declines, but compressed margins limited upward movement. Demand from automotive components and industrial applications remained cautious, keeping market activity restrained despite elevated production costs.
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According to Procurement Resource, in the near term, EPDM rubber prices are expected to remain range-bound, with cost support from supply disruptions balanced by weak demand in Western markets.
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Asia
In the second half of 2025, EPDM rubber prices in Asia showed mixed trends. In mid-August, prices edged higher due to strong construction activity and steady export demand, especially from India’s infrastructure projects. Japan’s market saw a modest rise supported by stable supply, well-managed inventories, and smooth port operations, even though automotive demand was weak. In South Korea, export demand from China’s recovering auto sector and India helped maintain firm pricing, while local construction activity remained moderate. Later on, the prices stabilized as feedstock costs for ethylene and propylene dropped, reducing production expenses for manufacturers. However, slower construction activity in South Korea and supply chain limitations led to a more balanced market.
Europe
The European region generally experienced steady EPDM rubber prices in H2’25. European suppliers managed production efficiently, and inventories remained adequate. Demand was supported by ongoing automotive and construction projects, although growth was moderate. The market did not face major disruptions in logistics or feedstock availability, keeping prices relatively stable.
North America
In the U.S., EPDM rubber prices remained largely steady through H2’25. Producers maintained consistent output, while ethylene and propylene costs stayed low, helping control production expenses. Automotive demand remained strong, particularly for weather seals and gaskets used in both conventional and electric vehicles. Construction demand contributed to overall consumption but was secondary, supported by federal infrastructure projects like roofing and bridges. Inventory levels were good, and logistics were smooth, keeping the supply-demand balance stable and preventing any major price changes.
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According to Procurement Resource, EPDM rubber prices are expected to stay stable or slightly firm, supported by steady automotive demand and gradual recovery in construction projects across key regions.
EPDM rubber is a type of synthetic rubber that is a copolymer of ethylene, propylene, and non-conjugated diene monomers. These dienes are usually vinyl norbornene, dicyclopentadiene, etc. It is an example of M-class synthetic rubber, meaning that it is an elastomer comprising a saturated chain of polymethylene type. Usually, the ethylene content is between 45-75%, whereas dienes are around 3-9%. The cross-linkages are vulcanized via Sulphur. EPDM rubber owing to its excellent properties like resistance to heat, light, ozone, and polar liquids, are widely prevalent among manufacturers.
Plasticizers, Electrical Insulators, Sealant and gasketing, Waterproof Seals, Construction, Automotives
EPDM synthetic rubber, Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer Rubber
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The polymerization reaction of the feedstock ethylene, propylene, and the catalyst take place in the presence of an excess hydrocarbon solvent. Stabilizers are required as and when needed. Then steam and hot water remove the excess solvent and monomers, leaving only the EPDM rubber. This product is then dried through a mechanical press or in ovens.
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