In 2023, the re-import of Styrene-Butadiene Rubber (SBR/XSBR) to China stood at 1.7 million kilograms. The forecast for 2024 predicts a decrease to 1.611 million kilograms, marking a year-on-year decline of approximately 5.2%. This downward trend is expected to continue, with the import volume decreasing to 1.176 million kilograms by 2028. This represents an average compound annual growth rate (CAGR) decline of about 7.1% over the five-year period.

Future trends to watch for include:

Changes in domestic production capacity, potentially reducing dependencies on re-imports.
Shifts in global demand for SBR/XSBR affecting import needs.
Environmental regulations impacting production and import strategies.