| Product Code: ETC316419 | Publication Date: Aug 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 | |
The Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. Starting high at -0.06% in 2025, the market steadily declines to -0.07% by 2029.

The Saudi Arabia butyl rubber market is part of the broader rubber and elastomer industry. Butyl rubber is a synthetic rubber known for its excellent impermeability to gases and liquids. It finds applications in various industries, including automotive, construction, and manufacturing. In Saudi Arabia, the automotive sector`s growth, along with industrial applications, drives the demand for butyl rubber. Major players in the global rubber industry may have a presence in the Saudi market, contributing to its growth.
The Saudi Arabia butyl rubber market is experiencing growth driven by multiple factors. Butyl rubber is widely used in various industries, including automotive, construction, and manufacturing, due to its excellent properties, such as heat resistance and impermeability to gases. The automotive sector, in particular, is a significant driver of demand for butyl rubber, as it is used in tire manufacturing and automotive seals. The construction industry also utilizes butyl rubber in waterproofing applications. The market`s growth is further supported by the kingdom`s industrial diversification efforts, creating opportunities for rubber-related industries. Additionally, innovations in butyl rubber formulations and a focus on sustainability are shaping the market`s future, as manufacturers seek to meet environmental standards and produce eco-friendly rubber products.
The Saudi Arabia butyl rubber market faces several challenges. One major issue is the volatility in crude oil prices, as butyl rubber is a petroleum-based product. Fluctuations in oil prices can impact production costs and pricing strategies, making it challenging for manufacturers to maintain stable profit margins. Additionally, environmental concerns and regulations related to the disposal and recycling of rubber products pose sustainability challenges for the industry.
The Saudi Arabia butyl rubber market faced multifaceted challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As the automotive and industrial sectors experienced disruptions, the demand for butyl rubber, commonly used in tire manufacturing and various industrial applications, was impacted. The decline in global travel and transportation led to reduced demand for automobiles and subsequently affected tire production. This, in turn, affected the demand for butyl rubber in the market. The construction sector also experienced a slowdown, affecting the industrial applications of the product. However, as economic activities resumed and industries adapted to new safety measures, the market gradually recovered. The increasing focus on healthcare infrastructure and medical equipment production provided a new avenue for the application of butyl rubber in products such as medical gloves and seals. As industries find their footing, the butyl rubber market is anticipated to rebound, supported by diverse applications across sectors.
Leading players in the saudi arabia butyl rubber market include Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC), ExxonMobil, and Lanxess. These companies are key contributors to the production and distribution of butyl rubber in the region.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Overview |
3.1 Saudi Arabia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing demand for butyl rubber in the automotive industry due to its properties like high impermeability to gases and good heat resistance. |
4.2.2 Increasing usage of butyl rubber in the construction sector for applications such as roofing membranes and sealants. |
4.2.3 Government initiatives to promote the manufacturing sector and attract investments in the rubber industry. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Volatility in raw material prices, such as isobutylene, impacting the production cost of butyl rubber. |
4.3.2 Intense competition from other types of synthetic rubbers like styrene-butadiene rubber and ethylene propylene diene monomer. |
4.3.3 Environmental regulations and sustainability concerns leading to a shift towards eco-friendly alternatives to butyl rubber. |
5 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Trends |
6 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market, By Types |
6.1 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market, By Product Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Revenues & Volume, By Regular Butyl Rubber, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Revenues & Volume, By Halo Butyl Rubber, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Revenues & Volume, By Bromo-Butyl Rubber, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Revenues & Volume, By Chloro-Butyl Rubber, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Revenues & Volume, By Tires & Tubes, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceuticals, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Revenues & Volume, By Adhesives & Sealants, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average selling price (ASP) of butyl rubber in the Saudi Arabian market. |
8.2 Rate of capacity utilization in butyl rubber manufacturing plants in Saudi Arabia. |
8.3 Research and development (RD) expenditure by companies in the Saudi Arabia butyl rubber market to innovate and enhance product offerings. |
8.4 Export/import volume of butyl rubber products in Saudi Arabia. |
9 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Saudi Arabia Butyl Rubber Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |