End-UseCategory 1

Synthetic Rubber — Primary Forms

Name: Synthetic Rubber — Primary Forms (End-Use 12700) -- U.S. Export Data
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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End-Use 12700Commodity5-digitExport

U.S. exports · July 2026: $340.1M; End-Use export classification

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U.S. exports of synthetic rubber — primary forms (End-Use 12700) totaled $340.1M in July 2026, traded with 106 countries.

Last updated: July 2026 data

Primary-form synthetic rubber — including styrene-butadiene (SBR), polybutadiene, neoprene, and EPDM grades — is a foundational petrochemical export supporting tire manufacturing, automotive sealing, and industrial hose production in overseas markets. Grade specification (Mooney viscosity, oil-extension level, and polymer type) drives commercial value and determines the precise Schedule B classification within this end-use category. US producers compete on consistent polymer architecture and supply reliability, particularly for automotive-grade compounds where specification drift carries significant downstream liability.

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End-Use codes describe different products on the import and export sides. Cross-direction imports are not shown for this slug.

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$340.1MYoY · Pro

$347.8M$0

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Through July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.

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Commodity 12700 · $0 of $56.9B

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Frequently Asked Questions

What specification parameters most affect the classification and pricing of exported synthetic rubber?

Mooney viscosity, monomer composition (e.g., styrene-butadiene ratio), oil-extension percentage, and whether the rubber is in bale, crumb, or powder form are the key parameters. These factors determine both the Schedule B subheading and the price premium or discount relative to commodity grades.

Are synthetic rubber exports subject to any hazardous materials shipping requirements?

Most cured or stabilized synthetic rubber in primary forms is not classified as a hazardous material under DOT or IMDG rules, but certain reactive or solvent-extended grades may require hazmat documentation. Exporters should review the Safety Data Sheet for each grade and confirm IMDG classification before booking ocean freight.