In 2023, Thailand led the global natural rubber production, achieving an output of 5.2837 million metric tons, followed by Indonesia at 3.7907 million metric tons. Vietnam (1.3289 million metric tons), India (1.0601 million metric tons), and China (0.89043 million metric tons) also played significant roles in production. The Ivory Coast saw a notable increase of 4.89%, while Malaysia experienced a decline of 2.29%. Brazil, Guinea, and India observed modest growth rates, whereas Sri Lanka, Liberia, and Bolivia experienced significant declines in production.
Future trends to monitor include:
- An anticipated steady rise in production in Southeast Asia, particularly in Thailand and Indonesia, driven by favorable agricultural policies and investments.
- A potential shift in production dynamics in Africa, with the Ivory Coast potentially increasing its share due to technological advancements and expanded plantations.
- The impact of climate change and sustainability practices on global rubber production, which could alter production capacities and geographical distribution.
- Technological advancements and economic factors influencing both declines and growth in production volumes globally, especially in traditionally smaller producing countries.
Top countries in Natural Rubber Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Thailand | 5,283,700 | 2023 | +2.01% | +1.88% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Indonesia | 3,790,700 | 2023 | +1.67% | +0.87% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Vietnam | 1,328,900 | 2023 | +2.77% | +3.15% | View data |
| 4 | 4 India | 1,060,100 | 2023 | +1.33% | +1.41% | View data |
| 5 | 5 China | 890,430 | 2023 | +1.38% | +1.56% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ivory Coast | 792,570 | 2023 | +4.3% | +4.89% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Malaysia | 537,460 | 2023 | -3.96% | -2.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Philippines | 448,890 | 2023 | +1.1% | +1.18% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Guatemala | 378,440 | 2023 | +1.73% | +1.42% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Myanmar | 313,370 | 2023 | +3.53% | +2.61% | View data |
