According to preliminary statistics, Vietnam's rubber exports in December 2024 were estimated at 260 thousand tons, with a turnover of $492 million, an increase of 12.8% in volume and 11.5% in value compared to November 2024. However, this represents a 3.3% decrease in volume but a 31.5% increase in value compared to December 2023. For the entire year of 2024, Vietnam's rubber exports were estimated at 2.032 million tons, with a turnover of $3.45 billion, representing a 5.2% decrease in volume but a 19.6% increase in value compared to 2023.
Vietnam's Rubber Export Performance in 2024
Vietnam's rubber exports in 2024 reached a total turnover of $3.45 billion despite a 5.2% decrease in volume compared to 2023. This performance reflects the sharp increase in global rubber prices, which helped offset declining export quantities.
Monthly Highlights
- December 2024: Vietnam exported 260,000 tons of rubber, earning $492 million. Compared to November 2024:
- Volume increased 12.8%, while value rose 11.5%.
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- Compared to December 2023, volume dropped 3.3%, but value surged 31.5%.
- November 2024: Exports totaled 230,574 tons with a value of $441.26 million, a 2.5% rise in volume and a 2.86% increase in value compared to October 2024.
Year-to-Date Results
For the first 11 months of 2024:
- Export volume: 1.77 million tons (down 5.45% year-on-year).
- Export turnover: $2.97 billion (up 17.8% year-on-year).
Key Market Performance
- China: The largest importer of Vietnam's rubber, accounting for 70.8% of total exports. Year-to-date exports to China reached 1.25 million tons, worth $2.08 billion. Despite a 15.46% drop in volume, value increased by 5.54%, driven by higher prices.
- Emerging Markets: Malaysia, Belgium, and France showed significant growth in both volume and value, with increases over 300% year-on-year in some cases.
Export Composition
Vietnam’s rubber exports are dominated by natural and synthetic rubber blends (HS: 400280), accounting for:
- 81.43% of total volume.
- 84.24% of total value.
The second most exported category is Latex, representing:
- 12.91% of total volume.
- 10.03% of total value, with 162,080 tons worth approximately $271 million.
2025 Outlook
The year 2025 is expected to bring challenges, with China's demand remaining a critical factor. However, global supply shortages and strong demand from other markets could help maintain high export prices, supporting turnover growth.
Appendix
Exported Markets (November 2024 and Year-to-Date)
Market
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November 2024
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Change Compared to October 2024 (%)
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Change Compared to November 2023 (%)
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First 11 Months of 2024
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Change Compared to 11 Months of 2023 (%)
|
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Volume
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Value
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Volume
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Value
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Volume
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Total
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230,574
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441,260
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2.50
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2.86
|
-8.99
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China
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193,524
|
368,748
|
11.14
|
11.01
|
-7.44
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India
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3,465
|
6,493
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-45.66
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-47.73
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-68.52
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South Korea
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3,465
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7,574
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10.14
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13.63
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-35.04
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Germany
|
598
|
1,180
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-78.77
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-77.99
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-79.49
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Malaysia
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4,926
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7,836
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-32.20
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-31.73
|
466.21
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United States
|
2,838
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5,725
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-33.24
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-26.43
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-11.56
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Belgium
|
151
|
235
|
-41.47
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-34.12
|
586.36
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For full market data, refer to the extended market list.
Top 20 Rubber Export Companies in 2024
Rank
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Company Name
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Export Value (USD 1,000)
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1
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Van Loi Kon Tum Joint Stock Company
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442,054
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2
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Binh Phuoc General Import-Export Joint Stock Company
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318,606
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3
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Linh Huong Manufacturing and Trading Co., Ltd.
|
185,703
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4
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Duc Hien Quang Tri Co., Ltd.
|
176,808
|
5
|
Thuan Loi Rubber Co., Ltd.
|
143,121
|
6
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Van Nang Trading and Service Co., Ltd
|
134,536
|
7
|
Lien Anh Rubber Manufacturing Co., Ltd
|
127,083
|
8
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Tien Thanh Co., Ltd
|
118,201
|
9
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Golden Lotus Rubber Production and Trading Co., Ltd
|
88,125
|
10
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Tan Thanh Tai Rubber Co., Ltd
|
76,877
|