Germany, France, and Italy are the leading producers of synthetic rubber in Europe, with Germany being the largest contributor. Recent data from 2023 indicates a decline in production for Germany, France, and Italy, with year-on-year decreases of approximately 4-6%. Conversely, the Czech Republic experienced a growth of 4.46%, indicating a positive trend.
Countries like the United Kingdom and Netherlands maintained their production levels in 2023. Notably, Spain, Poland, and Hungary saw a complete cessation in production, reflecting significant industry shifts. Finland experienced a decline, while other smaller producers like Romania, Sweden, and Denmark remained stable.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in production capacity in emerging producers like the Czech Republic, while monitoring the impacts of economic and regulatory changes on leading producers such as Germany and France. Technological advancements and shifts towards sustainable production may also influence the industry landscape.
Top countries in Production of Synthetic Rubber (Excluding Latex) by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 391,450,000 | 2023 | +0.71% | -4.07% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 332,220,000 | 2023 | +0.066% | -6.02% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 310,110,000 | 2023 | +0.062% | -4.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 260,050,000 | 2023 | +4.84% | +4.46% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 38,702,000 | 2023 | -27.36% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 17,746,000 | 2023 | -34.12% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 5,709,400 | 2023 | -43.97% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 1,505,300 | 2023 | -1.57% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 1,368,500 | 2023 | +13.11% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 1,294,300 | 2023 | -64.92% | View data |