For the Quarter Ending March 2026
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EPDM Rubber Price in North America
- In USA, the EPDM Rubber Price Index fell 0.87% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting supply and muted demand.
- The average EPDM Rubber price for the quarter was approximately USD 1827.67/MT based on assessments
- EPDM Rubber Spot Price remained range bound as inventories, steady crackers, disciplined purchasing limited volatility.
- EPDM Rubber Price Index strengthened March as geopolitical disruptions tightened feedstock supply and increased costs.
- EPDM Rubber Production Cost Trend rose due to higher olefin and freight expenses, compressing margins.
- EPDM Rubber Demand Outlook restrained domestic procurement despite automotive gains, with construction weakness curbing consumption.
- EPDM Rubber Price Forecast anticipates modest firmness as seasonal demand and export inquiries support offers.
- Inventories remained adequate then tightened amid logistics delays and export interest, sustaining firmer seller pricing.
Why did the price of EPDM Rubber change in March 2026 in North America?
- Geopolitical tensions disrupted naphtha and olefin flows, tightening ethylene and propylene availability and raising costs.
- Elevated feedstock and freight costs increased production expenses, reducing surplus volumes and firming supplier offers.
- Balanced domestic demand with stronger automotive offtake but weaker construction left markets tight yet disciplined.
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EPDM Rubber Price in听APAC
- In Japan, the EPDM Rubber Price Index rose by 1.95% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting balanced supply conditions.
- The average EPDM Rubber price for the quarter was approximately USD 2301.33/MT, reflecting steady demand.
- EPDM Rubber Spot Price remained range-bound most weeks, supported by inventories and muted arbitrage flows.
- EPDM Rubber Production Cost Trend rose as naphtha and ethylene costs increased amid geopolitical disruptions.
- EPDM Rubber Demand Outlook shows cautious automotive and construction buying, maintaining consumption and limited restocking.
- EPDM Rubber Price Index accelerated in March as feedstock tightness and logistics constraints tightened availability.
- EPDM Rubber Price Forecast remains cautiously positive, dependent on feedstock flow restoration and cracker uptime.
- Suppliers maintained disciplined offers while exporters faced constrained volumes, inventories adequate but vulnerable to shocks.
Why did the price of EPDM Rubber change in March 2026 in APAC?
- Geopolitical disruptions tightened naphtha and ethylene supply, raising production costs and limiting cracker operations.
- Logistics delays and elevated freight increased landed costs, reducing arbitrage and tightening regional availability.
- Downstream procurement remained steady yet cautious, limiting restocking while allowing suppliers to defend firmer offers.
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EPDM Rubber Price in听Europe
- In France, the EPDM Rubber Price Index rose by 3.85% quarter-over-quarter, due to feedstock constraints.
- The average EPDM Rubber price for the quarter was approximately USD 2850.67/MT, according to assessments.
- EPDM Rubber Spot Price tightened as delayed imports and elevated freight premiums reduced available tonnage.
- EPDM Rubber Price Forecast expects modest gains from precautionary restocking and constrained ethylene, propylene availability.
- EPDM Rubber Production Cost Trend rose as naphtha and cracker margins increased, pressuring producers' economics.
- EPDM Rubber Demand Outlook remains mixed with subdued construction while automotive call-offs support baseline consumption.
- EPDM Rubber Price Index surged in March on geopolitical disruptions, outages, and tightened import flows.
- Suppliers disciplined inventory management and balanced imports, limiting volatility while avoiding material shortages across France.
Why did the price of EPDM Rubber change in March 2026 in Europe?
- Geopolitical tensions disrupted Middle Eastern crude shipments, tightening naphtha availability and elevating upstream ethylene price pressures.
- War-risk insurance and elevated freight rates increased landed costs, reduced imports, and constrained prompt EPDM spot volumes.
- Scheduled and unplanned cracker maintenance reduced monomer output while precautionary buying tightened immediate EPDM availability versus demand.
For the Quarter Ending December 2025
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EPDM Rubber Prices in North America
- In the USA, the EPDM Rubber Price Index fell by 3.84% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting ample inventories.
- The average EPDM Rubber price for the quarter was USD 1843.67/MT, based on aggregated totals.
- EPDM Rubber Spot Price remained subdued as distributors replenished cautiously and producers maintained disciplined allocations.
- The EPDM Rubber Production Cost Trend eased due to lower ethylene and propylene feedstock costs.
- EPDM Rubber Demand Outlook stays balanced as automotive weather-seal demand offsets weaker construction exports regionally.
- EPDM Rubber Price Forecast anticipates limited upside given steady inventories and conservative distributor purchasing behaviour.
- Participants noted EPDM Rubber Price Index stability as prompt offers were rotated to preserve margins.
- Major Gulf Coast producers ran nameplate rates while selective allocations prevented rapid oversupply-driven price declines.
Why did the price of EPDM Rubber change in December 2025 in North America?
- Abundant feedstock supply and steady cracker uptime lowered production costs, reducing EPDM Rubber pricing pressure.
- Comfortable inventories and selective distributor replenishment decreased urgency, weakening spot activity and limiting price discovery.
- Stable logistics and absence of major turnarounds kept flows steady, muting volatility despite modest demand.
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EPDM Rubber Prices in APAC
- In Japan, the EPDM Rubber Price Index fell by 0.98% quarter-over-quarter, due to ample supply.
- The average EPDM Rubber price for the quarter was approximately USD 2257.33/MT, per FOB Tokyo values.
- EPDM Rubber Spot Price softened as abundant inventories and smooth logistics increased prompt availability without premiums.
- EPDM Rubber Price Forecast indicates mild recovery as selective restocking and automotive demand support modest gains.
- EPDM Rubber Demand Outlook stays mixed with automotive improvements offset by weaker exports and subdued construction.
- EPDM Rubber Price Index showed neutral movement as suppliers managed shipments and limited spot allocations strategically.
- Surplus inventories pressured bids, while scheduled cracker maintenance and disciplined offers provided intermittent support in Japan.
Why did the price of EPDM Rubber change in December 2025 in APAC?
- Elevated LNG-linked power tariffs increased production expenses, limiting suppliers' pricing flexibility despite adequate monomer availability.
- Ample inventories and continuous cracker operations raised spot availability, exerting bearish pressure on FOB Tokyo offers.
- Subdued domestic and export demand constrained offtake, prompting suppliers to adjust allocations and stimulate contractual volumes.
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EPDM Rubber Prices in Europe
- In France, the EPDM Rubber Price Index rose by 0.17% quarter-over-quarter, supported by balanced supply.
- The average EPDM Rubber price for the quarter was approximately USD 2745.00/MT, per reported totals.
- EPDM Rubber Spot Price remained range-bound as suppliers optimized inventories while plant run-rates stayed normal.
- EPDM Rubber Price Forecast indicates modest upside entering 2026 as automotive restocking supports demand somewhat.
- EPDM Rubber Production Cost Trend improved as ethylene and propylene softened, easing replacement cost pressures.
- EPDM Rubber Demand Outlook remains cautious; automotive pockets support volumes while construction weakness limits uptake.
- EPDM Rubber Price Index stability owes to distributor inventories, selective prompt allocations, and export schedules.
- Selective prompt cargo allocations and plant runs underpinned exports, limiting spot volatility across Northwest Europe.
Why did the price of EPDM Rubber change in December 2025 in Europe?
- Adequate supply and strategic inventory drawdowns prevented shortages despite port congestion and logistical pressures persisting.
- Softening ethylene and propylene costs reduced production expenses, allowing producers to maintain prices and margins.
- Muted domestic construction demand offset automotive support, leaving net offtake subdued and price movements limited.
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For the Quarter Ending September 2025
North America
- In the USA, the EPDM Rubber Price Index fell by 4.61% quarter-over-quarter in Q3 2025, driven by softer construction demand.
- The average EPDM Rubber price for the quarter was approximately USD 1917.33/MT FOB-Texas, reflecting weighted trade and contract settlements.
- EPDM Rubber Spot Price remained pressured by ample domestic capacity while the Price Index reflected sideways movement.
- EPDM Rubber Production Cost Trend showed upward pressure from logistics and energy, keeping margins under modest strain.
- EPDM Rubber Demand Outlook is muted as automotive gains partially offset construction weakness, per the Price Index signals.
- EPDM Rubber Price Forecast anticipates range-bound movement near the Price Index absent major supply disruptions.
- Steady plant utilization supported EPDM Rubber Spot Price stability, while processing labour shortages influenced producer scheduling decisions.
- Balanced inventories and modest export demand constrained upside, consistent with the EPDM Rubber Price Index and trade flows.
Why did the price of EPDM Rubber change in September 2025 in North America?
- Stable ethylene supply and minimal outages allowed continuous output, reducing immediate upward price pressure in September.
- Automotive demand firming partially offset weak construction, while improved freight eased costs and limited price increases.
- Balanced inventories and modest export volumes constrained spot tightness, leading to range-bound Price Index performance.
APAC
- In Japan, the EPDM Rubber Price Index fell by 1.84% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting bearish seasonal pressure.
- The average EPDM Rubber price for the quarter was approximately USD 2279.67/MT fob-Tokyo, reflecting balanced supply-demand.
- EPDM Rubber Spot Price remained anchored at contracted levels as balanced inventories reduced spot urgency.
- EPDM Rubber Price Forecast indicates modest oscillation as suppliers maintain disciplined offers amid stable operations.
- EPDM Rubber Production Cost Trend reflected moderate upward pressure from feedstock costs and weaker yen.
- EPDM Rubber Demand Outlook remains mixed as automotive demand offsets construction weakness and export softness.
- EPDM Rubber Price Index stability reflected disciplined seller behavior, balanced inventories, and unremarkable logistical disruptions.
Why did the price of EPDM Rubber change in September 2025 in APAC?
- Balanced domestic production and steady exports resulted in neither supply shortages nor demand-driven price spikes.
- Weaker yen and higher feedstock costs exerted margin pressure, prompting sellers to maintain stable offers.
- Port congestion in quarter and cautious buyer restocking restrained spot buying and limited upward momentum.
Europe
- In France, the EPDM Rubber Price Index fell by 6.07% quarter-over-quarter, reflecting cautious supplier pricing.
- The average EPDM Rubber price for the quarter was approximately USD 2740.33/MT Ex-works Leers, reflecting stable supplier inventories.
- EPDM Rubber Spot Price remained range-bound amid steady feedstock inflows and port operations supporting distribution.
- EPDM Rubber Price Forecast shows modest downside risk near-term given soft construction demand and restocking.
- EPDM Rubber Production Cost Trend begins as eased naphtha reduced upstream conversion pressure, limiting pass-through.
- EPDM Rubber Demand Outlook remains mixed with automotive support while ongoing construction weakness restrains consumption.
- EPDM Rubber Price Index stability reflected targeted inventory redistribution, muted export inquiries, and buyer contract strategies.
Why did the price of EPDM Rubber change in September 2025 in Europe?
- Balanced feedstock availability and steady domestic production prevented sharp price movements despite muted downstream demand.
- Targeted inventory redistribution and improved Le Havre throughput eased logistical bottlenecks, limiting spot volatility effects.
- Soft construction offtake and restocking by buyers constrained upside, while cautious supplier pricing-maintained stability.
For the Quarter Ending June 2025
North America
- The EPDM Rubber Spot Price in North America edged down by 1.36% quarter-over-quarter in Q1 2025, as reflected in the softening Price Index.
- Supply remained ample, supported by smooth plant operations and healthy stock levels across major producers.
- However, demand from key sectors鈥攑articularly automotive and construction鈥攔emained subdued, weighing on overall market sentiment.
- Persistent inflationary pressure on raw material inputs (Ethylene and Propylene) and labor costs was noted, though largely absorbed by producers amid stable operating rates.
- Freight market volatility and weather-related rail congestion in select regions temporarily affected deliveries but did not cause long-term supply disruptions.
Why did the price of EPDM Rubber change in July 2025 in the US?
- EPDM Rubber prices in the USA softened slightly in July 2025.
- Construction activity slowed amid extreme heatwaves across key states, impacting polymer offtake.
- Automotive output remained steady but showed no significant growth, limiting procurement appetite.
- Domestic producers maintained adequate supply levels, and competitive imports from Asia further weighed on pricing sentiment.
Europe
- EPDM Rubber prices in Europe declined by 3.2% quarter-over-quarter in Q1 2025, with sellers adjusting offers downward to reflect weak construction activity.
- Ample inventories and steady production rates from key suppliers, including ARLANXEO and Versalis, ensured supply sufficiency across Central and Western Europe.
- Offtake from the automotive sector remained underwhelming, especially amid persistent inflation, interest rate pressure, and stagnant new registrations.
- Despite moderate increases in Ethylene and Propylene prices, producers faced difficulty passing through cost upticks due to soft downstream orders.
- Freight bottlenecks along the Rhine in late February and early March briefly delayed deliveries but normalized by month-end.
Why did the price of EPDM Rubber change in July 2025 in the Europe?
- EPDM Rubber prices in Europe remained largely stable in July 2025.
- Demand from the construction sector remained subdued amid summer slowdown and elevated interest rates, limiting new project starts.
- Automotive sector activity showed no major uptick, and manufacturers held back on aggressive restocking.
- Suppliers like ARLANXEO and SABIC maintained conservative pricing strategies to prevent inventory accumulation.
Asia-Pacific (APAC)
- In the APAC region, EPDM Rubber prices slipped 1.0% quarter-over-quarter during Q1 2025, with most markets leaning toward buyer-driven negotiations.
- Regional supply remained healthy, supported by high operating rates in South Korea and Japan, while China鈥檚 domestic demand lagged due to slow automotive output.
- In India and Southeast Asia, procurement remained cautious amid economic uncertainty and fluctuating raw material input costs.
- With a supportive feedstock price, the EPDM Rubber Production Cost Trend had limited pricing influence as downstream orders remained soft.
- Several producers opted for inventory rationalization instead of aggressive pricing, helping to limit steeper declines.
Why did the price of EPDM Rubber change in July 2025 in the APAC?
- EPDM Rubber prices in APAC witnessed a marginal decline during July 2025.
- In China, weak downstream demand and excess availability led suppliers to offer discounts to encourage offtake.
- South Korean and Japanese producers operated steadily, but export interest was soft, keeping pricing under pressure.
- Feedstock Propylene and Ethylene prices stayed firm, but EPDM producers absorbed costs to remain competitive in a quiet market.
