The International Rubber Study Group (IRSG) latest forecast, the global rubber consumption in 2012 will reach 26.6 million tons, is expected to reach 27.6 million tons in 2013.
Which global demand for synthetic rubber in 2012 is expected to grow by 2.7%, rising to 15.4 million tons; in 2013 will be further increased to 15.9 million tons.
The world’s natural rubber demand will increase in 2012 by 2.5%, rising to 11.2 million tons; in 2013 will be grow to 11.7 million tons.