October 2018 | Page 1 of 4 Rubber Natural rubber …
global rubber exports go to the United States of America. Prices are volatile The market for rubber is prone to extreme price fluctuations. In 2001, rubber prices were at a 30 year low (0.5 US$/kg), but then rose dramatically, reaching historic peaks in 2008 and 2011 (5 US$/kg), fuelled by a combination of strong demand