Global Buna-N Rubber Market Research Report 2024(Status and Outlook)

In Business Insights
June 16, 2025

The global Buna-N Rubber market continues to demonstrate steady growth, with its valuation reaching US$ 1.2 billion in 2024. According to latest industry analysis, the market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.9%, reaching approximately US$ 1.6 billion by 2030. This growth is primarily driven by increasing demand from oil & gas, automotive, and medical industries where Buna-N’s excellent resistance to oils, fuels, and chemicals makes it indispensable.

Buna-N Rubber (also known as Nitrile Rubber or NBR) has become a critical material across multiple industries due to its superior mechanical properties and chemical resistance. Its ability to maintain flexibility across a wide temperature range (-40°C to +108°C) while resisting petroleum-based oils and fuels has made it the material of choice for seals, gaskets, hoses, and other critical components.

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Market Overview & Regional Analysis

Asia-Pacific dominates the global Buna-N Rubber market with over 45% consumption share, led by China’s massive automotive manufacturing sector and expanding oil & gas infrastructure. The region benefits from cost-efficient production facilities and strong domestic demand across multiple applications.

North America maintains significant market share due to stringent quality requirements in aerospace and medical applications, while Europe’s growth is driven by automotive OEM demand and renewable energy applications. Emerging markets in Latin America and the Middle East show promising growth potential due to expanding industrial bases.

Key Market Drivers and Opportunities

The market is being propelled by increasing automation in manufacturing requiring more durable rubber components, growth in automotive production, and expansion of oil & gas exploration activities. The medical sector presents notable opportunities with increasing demand for powder-free nitrile gloves and FDA-compliant components.

Recent innovations in hydrogenated nitrile rubber (HNBR) formulations are opening new applications in extreme environments, while the development of carboxylated nitrile rubber (XNBR) offers improved abrasion resistance for demanding industrial applications.

Challenges & Restraints

The Buna-N Rubber market faces challenges including volatility in raw material costs (particularly butadiene and acrylonitrile), environmental regulations affecting production processes, and increasing competition from alternative elastomers like fluorocarbons in high-performance applications. Trade policies and regional supply chain disruptions also pose risks to market stability.

The industry must also address growing environmental concerns through improved recycling technologies and sustainable production methods to maintain long-term growth prospects.

Market Segmentation by Type

  • Hoses
  • Cables
  • Molded Seals
  • Gloves
  • Others

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Market Segmentation by Application

  • Oil & Gas
  • Automotive
  • Medical
  • Mining
  • Construction
  • Others

Market Segmentation and Key Players

  • Lanxess
  • Sinopec
  • Kumho Petrochemical
  • TSRC Corporation
  • JSR Corporation
  • LG Chem
  • Versalis S.P.A
  • Zeon Corporation
  • Sibur Holding
  • Omnova Solutions Inc

Report Scope

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global Buna-N Rubber market, covering:

  • Market sizing and growth forecasts through 2030
  • Detailed segmentation by product type, application, and region
  • Competitive landscape with market share analysis
  • Key market trends and technological developments
  • Supply chain analysis and raw material outlook
  • Growth opportunities and strategic recommendations

The report also includes in-depth profiles of major market players, analyzing their product portfolios, production capacities, financial performance, and recent developments.

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