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Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer Pricing, Demand and Supply Overview
Ethylene acrylic elastomer is a synthetic rubber copolymer of ethylene and methyl acrylate, valued for heat and oil resistance in demanding automotive sealing applications. The largest demand pull comes from automotive engine seal and powertrain gasket manufacturing, followed by electric vehicle thermal management and sealing component applications. Ethylene and methyl acrylate feedstock costs, automotive and EV sector demand, and regional production capacity all feed into the price.
Global ethylene acrylic elastomer prices tracked close to the USD 4.68 to USD 5.00 per KG range projected for 2026, as feedstock firming and EV demand supported the tone. US prices averaged USD 5.18 per KG in Q1 2026, up 5.3 percent from Q4 2025, as firmer ethylene and methyl acrylate feedstock costs from Middle East supply disruptions elevated production expenses while automotive sealing and electric vehicle thermal management procurement maintained consistent buying. China's growing production capacity kept it the most affordable source, while Germany remained the highest-cost reporting region.
What is Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer Price in August 2026?
Ethylene acrylic elastomer prices held a firm tone through August 2026, tracking close to the Q1 2026 levels across all tracked regions, as firmer ethylene and methyl acrylate feedstock costs and steady automotive and EV sealing demand continued to support the market.
- North America (US): US ethylene acrylic elastomer prices held near USD 5.15 to USD 5.21 per KG, close to the USD 5.18 per KG recorded in Q1 2026, as firmer ethylene and methyl acrylate feedstock costs and automotive engine seal and EV thermal management procurement continued to support the level.
- APAC (China): Chinese ethylene acrylic elastomer prices held near USD 3.61 to USD 3.67 per KG, close to the USD 3.64 per KG recorded in Q1 2026, as growing domestic production capacity continued to keep it the most affordable sourcing region globally.
- Europe (Germany): German ethylene acrylic elastomer prices held near USD 5.99 to USD 6.05 per KG, close to the USD 6.02 per KG recorded in Q1 2026 and the highest among tracked markets, as high feedstock and energy costs continued to keep Germany the most expensive market.
Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer Price Forecast for 2026
The balance of supply and demand for ethylene acrylic elastomer through the rest of 2026 leans moderately firm. Ethylene and methyl acrylate feedstock costs firmed from Middle East supply disruptions. Electric vehicle thermal management and sealing component demand is growing with accelerating EV adoption rates globally.
The main upside risk is a sharp ethylene and acrylic monomer cost increase alongside an acceleration in electric vehicle powertrain component demand. The main downside risk is weak conventional automotive production and competitive pressure from alternative high-temperature elastomers that limits the global price recovery.
| Region | 2026 Price Range (USD/KG) | Outlook |
| Global Average | 4.68 - 5.00 | Feedstock firming and EV demand support the tone |
| United States | 4.98 - 5.30 | Steady automotive and EV demand holds it firm |
| China | 3.54 - 3.86 | Growing production capacity keeps it the most affordable |
| Germany | 5.92 - 6.24 | High feedstock and energy costs keep it the most expensive |
| India | 4.64 - 4.96 | Growing automotive and EV demand holds a firm middle |
For the Quarter Ending March 2026
Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer Prices Q1 2026:
- United States: USD 5.18/KG
- China: USD 3.64/KG
- Germany: USD 6.02/KG
- India: USD 4.74/KG
Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer Prices in the United States
US ethylene acrylic elastomer prices averaged USD 5.18/KG in Q1 2026, up 5.3% from USD 4.92/KG in Q4 2025. Firmer ethylene and methyl acrylate feedstock costs from Middle East supply disruptions elevated production expenses. Automotive sealing and electric vehicle thermal management procurement maintained consistent buying.
Why did the price of Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer change in Q1 2026 in the United States?
Firmer ethylene and methyl acrylate feedstock costs raised the production cost floor. Automotive engine seal and powertrain gasket procurement lifted buying from rubber goods manufacturers. Electric vehicle thermal management and sealing component demand provided additional consistent buying support.
Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer Prices in China
Chinese ethylene acrylic elastomer prices averaged USD 3.64/KG in Q1 2026, up 5.5% from USD 3.45/KG in Q4 2025, the lowest among the tracked markets. Post-Lunar New Year automotive and electric vehicle sector restocking lifted procurement. Firmer ethylene costs raised the production floor despite growing domestic specialty elastomer capacity.
Why did the price of Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer change in Q1 2026 in China?
Post-holiday automotive and electric vehicle sector restocking lifted procurement. Firmer ethylene and acrylic monomer feedstock costs raised the production cost floor. Growing domestic specialty elastomer capacity kept China the most affordable source despite the quarterly recovery.
Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer Prices in Germany
German ethylene acrylic elastomer prices averaged USD 6.02/KG in Q1 2026, up 5.2% from USD 5.72/KG in Q4 2025, the highest among the tracked markets. Higher ethylene and energy costs elevated European production expenses. Consistent automotive sealing and electric vehicle powertrain component demand maintained buying.
Why did the price of Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer change in Q1 2026 in Germany?
Higher ethylene and energy costs elevated European production expenses. Middle East ethylene disruptions added import cost premiums to feedstock. Consistent automotive engine seal, heat-resistant gasket, and electric vehicle powertrain demand maintained consistent procurement from European rubber goods manufacturers.
Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer Prices in India
Indian ethylene acrylic elastomer prices averaged USD 4.74/KG in Q1 2026, up 5.3% from USD 4.50/KG in Q4 2025. Growing automotive and electric vehicle component demand supported buying. Firmer import-linked ethylene and acrylic monomer costs raised the production floor through the quarter.
Why did the price of Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer change in Q1 2026 in India?
Growing automotive sealing and electric vehicle powertrain component demand lifted procurement from domestic rubber goods manufacturers. Firmer import-linked ethylene and acrylic monomer costs raised the production floor. Middle East freight premiums elevated the landed cost of imported ethylene acrylic elastomer and feedstock.
For the Quarter Ending December 2025
Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer Prices Q4 2025:
- United States: USD 4.92/KG
- China: USD 3.45/KG
- Germany: USD 5.72/KG
- India: USD 4.50/KG
Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer Prices in the United States
US ethylene acrylic elastomer prices averaged USD 4.92/KG in Q4 2025, recovering on the quarter. Automotive sealing and electric vehicle component demand and firmer ethylene costs held the production floor near USD 4.92/KG.
Why did the price of Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer change in Q4 2025 in the United States?
Automotive sealing and electric vehicle component demand maintained consistent buying. Firmer ethylene feedstock costs held the elevated production floor. Consistent sector procurement held the market near USD 4.92/KG.
Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer Prices in China
Chinese prices averaged USD 3.45/KG in Q4 2025, recovering on the quarter. Automotive and electric vehicle sector demand and stable ethylene costs supported the recovery near USD 3.45/KG.
Why did the price of Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer change in Q4 2025 in China?
Automotive and electric vehicle sector demand maintained buying. Stable ethylene and acrylic monomer costs held the production floor. Domestic specialty elastomer capacity maintained supply balance near USD 3.45/KG.
Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer Prices in Germany
German prices averaged USD 5.72/KG in Q4 2025, recovering on the quarter. Automotive and electric vehicle powertrain demand and firm ethylene and energy costs held the production floor near USD 5.72/KG.
Why did the price of Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer change in Q4 2025 in Germany?
Automotive sealing and electric vehicle powertrain demand maintained consistent buying. Firm ethylene and energy costs held the elevated production floor. The market recovered to USD 5.72/KG from the Q3 level.
Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer Prices in India
Indian prices averaged USD 4.50/KG in Q4 2025, recovering on the quarter. Growing automotive and electric vehicle component demand and firmer ethylene import costs supported the recovery near USD 4.50/KG.
Why did the price of Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer change in Q4 2025 in India?
Growing automotive and electric vehicle component demand maintained buying. Firmer import-linked ethylene costs raised the production floor. The market recovered to USD 4.50/KG from the Q3 level.
Quarterly Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer Price Trends
Global ethylene acrylic elastomer prices rose in Q2 2025 on the automotive season before a brief Q3 dip and a consistent Q4 and Q1 2026 recovery. The average rose from USD 4.610/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 4.680/KG in Q2, eased to USD 4.610/KG in Q3, then firmed to USD 4.648/KG in Q4 and USD 4.895/KG in Q1 2026, a net gain of about 6.2% over the window. Ethylene and acrylic monomer feedstock cycles and automotive and electric vehicle sector demand drove the pattern.
| Quarter | Price (USD/KG) | QoQ Change | Direction |
| Q1 2026 | 4.895 | +5.3% | ↑ Rising |
| Q4 2025 | 4.648 | +0.8% | ↑ Rising |
| Q3 2025 | 4.610 | -1.5% | ↓ Falling |
| Q2 2025 | 4.680 | +1.5% | ↑ Rising |
| Q1 2025 | 4.610 | - | - Stable |
| Q2 2026 | In Progress | - | - In Progress |
What was Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer Price in 2025?
Ethylene acrylic elastomer prices firmed modestly through 2025 with a characteristic seasonal pattern. The global average opened at USD 4.610/KG in Q1 and closed near USD 4.648/KG in Q4, a full-year gain of about 0.8%. Consistent automotive sealing and electric vehicle component demand, alongside firming ethylene and acrylic monomer feedstock costs, supported the overall upward trend through the year.
Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer Prices in the United States in 2025
US prices firmed from about USD 4.85/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 4.92/KG by Q4, a gain of 1.4%. Consistent automotive sealing and electric vehicle component demand and stable ethylene costs maintained the modest upward trend through the year.
Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer Prices in China in 2025
Chinese prices fell from roughly USD 3.52/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 3.45/KG by Q4, a decline of 2.0%. Growing domestic specialty elastomer capacity maintained competitive pricing. China held the lowest price level throughout the year.
Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer Prices in Germany in 2025
German prices firmed from about USD 5.65/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 5.72/KG by Q4, a gain of 1.2%. Consistent automotive sealing and electric vehicle powertrain demand and firm ethylene and energy costs supported the market. Germany maintained the highest price level throughout.
Ethylene Acrylic Elastomer Prices in India in 2025
Indian prices firmed from roughly USD 4.42/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 4.50/KG by Q4, a gain of 1.8%, the strongest in the dataset. Growing automotive and electric vehicle component demand drove the consistent firming through the year.
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Automotive high-temperature engine seals, gaskets, hoses, and powertrain boot assemblies take the largest share. Industrial heat and oil-resistant seals and gaskets, high-temperature wire and cable insulation, and electric vehicle drive system thermal management components also consume significant volumes.
The Q1 2026 average was USD 5.18/KG in the United States, USD 3.64/KG in China, USD 6.02/KG in Germany, and USD 4.74/KG in India. Germany remains the highest-priced market.
The global average rose from USD 4.610/KG in Q1 2025 to about USD 4.648/KG in Q4, a modest full-year gain of around 0.8%. A Q2 automotive season uptick, brief Q3 dip, and consistent Q4 recovery characterised the year.
A seasonal moderation in automotive sealing and rubber goods procurement reduced the primary demand driver. Adequate ethylene and acrylic monomer availability allowed buyers to moderate restocking, pressing prices to the seasonal low before the Q4 and Q1 2026 recovery.
The global average is expected in the USD 4.68 to 5.00/KG range for the rest of 2026, with continued firming as ethylene and acrylic monomer feedstock costs stay elevated and electric vehicle thermal management and sealing demand expands globally.
Germany sits highest on ethylene and energy costs, the United States and India hold a firm middle on automotive and electric vehicle demand, and China prices lowest on growing domestic specialty elastomer production capacity.
This report is updated monthly. For real-time pricing intelligence, contact the Expert Market Research team directly.
Prices respond mainly to ethylene and methyl acrylate feedstock costs, automotive production season cycles, and electric vehicle adoption rates. Middle East ethylene supply events and automotive production investment cycles are key near-term signals.
North America and Europe host the largest specialty elastomer production capacity, with growing Asian capacity. Any ethylene or acrylic monomer cost shift ripples across ethylene acrylic elastomer markets within one to two quarters.
Buyers can use quarterly trends and forecasts to time automotive sealing and electric vehicle component contracts around production season cycles, build cover when ethylene signals tightening, and monitor methyl acrylate costs as the secondary feedstock signal.
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