Overview

The 1,400 rubber product manufacturers in the US process natural, synthetic and reclaimed rubber materials into a wide range of rubber products. Products include tires and inner tubes, hoses and belts, fuel bladders, rubber bands and erasers, balloons, haircare products, pacifiers and baby bottle components, floor and car mats, inflatable mattresses and pools, latex foam rubber, roofing membranes, sheathing, and rubber components for machinery.

Varying Raw Material Costs

Manufacturers face significant fluctuations in the price of synthetic rubber from year to year.

Auto Sales Drive Tire Demand

Sales of automobiles are an indicator of demand for tires, hoses, belts, floor mats and other rubber and foam components.