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Nylon tire yarn is a high-tenacity continuous filament yarn produced from nylon 6 or nylon 6,6 polymer, woven into tyre cord fabric that reinforces the carcass and belt structure of automotive and truck tyres. The largest demand pull comes from OEM and replacement passenger and truck tyre manufacturing, followed by industrial belting applications. Caprolactam feedstock costs, tyre production sector demand, and regional nylon capacity all feed into the price.
Global nylon tire yarn prices tracked close to the USD 3.48 to USD 3.76 per KG range projected for 2026, as caprolactam firming and tyre demand recovery supported the tone. US prices averaged USD 3.72 per KG in Q1 2026, up 4.8 percent from Q4 2025, as firmer caprolactam feedstock costs from Middle East benzene disruptions elevated production expenses while spring tyre production season procurement from automotive cord weavers and tyre manufacturers supported buying. China's large nylon capacity kept it the most affordable source, while Germany remained the highest-cost reporting region.
Nylon tire yarn prices held a firm tone through August 2026, tracking close to the Q1 2026 levels across all tracked regions, as firmer caprolactam feedstock costs and steady OEM and replacement tyre demand continued to support the market.
The balance of supply and demand for nylon tire yarn through the rest of 2026 leans firm. Caprolactam feedstock costs remain elevated from Middle East benzene supply disruptions and firmer natural gas costs. Global tyre production is recovering with improving automotive build rates from original equipment and replacement tyre channels.
The main upside risk is a sustained caprolactam and benzene cost surge alongside a broad automotive production recovery that accelerates tyre cord procurement. The main downside risk is continued Chinese nylon overcapacity and weak commercial vehicle production that limits global price recovery.
| Region | 2026 Price Range (USD/KG) | Outlook |
| Global Average | 3.48 - 3.76 | Caprolactam firming and tyre demand recovery support the tone |
| United States | 3.64 - 3.92 | Steady OEM and replacement tyre demand holds it firm |
| China | 2.68 - 2.96 | Large nylon capacity keeps it the most affordable source |
| Germany | 4.18 - 4.46 | High feedstock and energy costs keep it the most expensive |
| India | 3.26 - 3.54 | Growing tyre export demand holds a firm middle range |
US nylon tire yarn prices averaged USD 3.72/KG in Q1 2026, up 4.8% from USD 3.55/KG in Q4 2025. Firmer caprolactam feedstock costs from Middle East benzene disruptions elevated production expenses. Spring tyre production season procurement from automotive cord weavers and tyre manufacturers supported buying through the quarter.
Why did the price of Nylon Tire Yarn change in Q1 2026 in the United States?
Firmer caprolactam feedstock costs from Middle East benzene disruptions raised the production cost floor. Spring tyre production season lifted cord weaver and tyre manufacturer procurement. Higher freight and insurance premiums from Middle East disruptions elevated the landed cost of imported nylon cord fabric.
Chinese nylon tire yarn prices averaged USD 2.75/KG in Q1 2026, up 5.0% from USD 2.62/KG in Q4 2025, the lowest among the tracked markets. Post-Lunar New Year tyre production and cord restocking lifted procurement from domestic nylon yarn producers. Firmer caprolactam costs provided a cost floor despite large domestic nylon capacity.
Why did the price of Nylon Tire Yarn change in Q1 2026 in China?
Post-holiday tyre production restocking lifted procurement from domestic cord weavers and tyre manufacturers. Firmer caprolactam feedstock costs raised the production cost floor for nylon tire yarn producers. Large domestic nylon capacity kept China the most competitive source despite the quarterly recovery.
German nylon tire yarn prices averaged USD 4.28/KG in Q1 2026, up 4.9% from USD 4.08/KG in Q4 2025, the highest among the tracked markets. Higher caprolactam and energy costs elevated European nylon production expenses. Steady OEM automotive cord and industrial belt demand supported consistent buying through the quarter.
Why did the price of Nylon Tire Yarn change in Q1 2026 in Germany?
Higher caprolactam and energy costs elevated European nylon tire yarn production expenses. Steady OEM automotive cord fabric and industrial belt procurement maintained consistent buying from European cord weavers. Limited European nylon tire yarn capacity reinforced the regional price premium over Asian competitors.
Indian nylon tire yarn prices averaged USD 3.36/KG in Q1 2026, up 4.3% from USD 3.22/KG in Q4 2025. Growing tyre export demand and firmer import-linked caprolactam costs raised the production floor. Strait of Hormuz disruptions elevated freight costs for caprolactam feedstock imports through the quarter.
Why did the price of Nylon Tire Yarn change in Q1 2026 in India?
Growing tyre and automotive component export demand lifted cord weaver and tyre manufacturer procurement. Firmer import-linked caprolactam feedstock costs raised the production floor. Strait of Hormuz freight disruptions elevated the landed cost of caprolactam feedstock for domestic nylon producers.
US nylon tire yarn prices averaged USD 3.55/KG in Q4 2025, firming strongly on the quarter. Autumn-winter tyre replacement season demand and OEM automotive cord procurement supported buying. Firmer caprolactam costs held the production floor elevated near USD 3.55/KG into year-end.
Why did the price of Nylon Tire Yarn change in Q4 2025 in the United States?
Autumn-winter tyre replacement season demand lifted cord and tyre procurement. Firmer caprolactam feedstock costs maintained the elevated production floor. Consistent OEM automotive buying prevented inventory build, holding the market firm near USD 3.55/KG.
Chinese nylon tire yarn prices averaged USD 2.62/KG in Q4 2025, recovering from the Q3 softening. Tyre export season procurement and firmer caprolactam costs supported buying. Large domestic nylon capacity maintained supply balance near USD 2.62/KG.
Why did the price of Nylon Tire Yarn change in Q4 2025 in China?
Tyre export season procurement lifted buying from cord weavers and yarn producers. Firmer caprolactam feedstock costs raised the domestic production cost floor. Large nylon tire yarn capacity kept the recovery measured near USD 2.62/KG.
German nylon tire yarn prices averaged USD 4.08/KG in Q4 2025, firming strongly on the quarter. Automotive OEM and replacement tyre demand supported buying from European cord fabric producers. Firm caprolactam and energy costs maintained the elevated production floor near USD 4.08/KG.
Why did the price of Nylon Tire Yarn change in Q4 2025 in Germany?
Automotive OEM and replacement tyre season demand lifted European cord fabric procurement. Firm caprolactam and energy costs maintained the elevated production floor. Limited European nylon tire yarn capacity held the market firm near USD 4.08/KG.
Indian nylon tire yarn prices averaged USD 3.22/KG in Q4 2025, firming on the quarter. Growing tyre and industrial belt demand supported buying from domestic cord weavers. Firmer caprolactam import costs raised the production floor through the quarter.
Why did the price of Nylon Tire Yarn change in Q4 2025 in India?
Growing tyre production and industrial belt demand lifted cord weaver procurement. Firmer caprolactam import costs raised the production floor for domestic nylon producers. The market held firm near USD 3.22/KG, recovering from the Q3 dip.
Global nylon tire yarn prices rose in Q2 2025 on spring tyre demand before dipping in Q3, then firming steadily through Q4 and accelerating in Q1 2026. The average rose from USD 3.300/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 3.348/KG in Q2, softened to USD 3.315/KG in Q3, recovered to USD 3.368/KG in Q4, and reached USD 3.528/KG in Q1 2026, a net gain of about 6.9% over the window. Caprolactam feedstock and tyre sector demand cycles drove the pattern.
| Quarter | Price (USD/KG) | QoQ Change | Direction |
| Q1 2026 | 3.528 | +4.7% | ↑ Rising |
| Q4 2025 | 3.368 | +1.6% | ↑ Rising |
| Q3 2025 | 3.315 | -1.0% | ↓ Falling |
| Q2 2025 | 3.348 | +1.5% | ↑ Rising |
| Q1 2025 | 3.300 | - | - Stable |
| Q2 2026 | In Progress | - | - In Progress |
Nylon tire yarn prices showed a seasonal Q2 uptick, a Q3 dip, and a consistent H2 recovery through 2025. The global average opened at USD 3.300/KG in Q1 and closed near USD 3.368/KG in Q4, a full-year gain of about 2.1%. Firming caprolactam feedstock costs, consistent automotive tyre demand, and seasonal tyre production cycles supported the overall upward bias through the year.
US prices firmed from about USD 3.45/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 3.55/KG by Q4, a gain of 2.9%. Consistent OEM and replacement tyre demand and firmer caprolactam costs maintained an upward bias through the year despite the Q3 seasonal dip.
Chinese prices eased from roughly USD 2.68/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 2.62/KG by Q4, a decline of 2.2%. Competitive domestic nylon capacity and Q3 weak tyre export demand weighed on the market. China held the lowest price level throughout the year.
German prices firmed from about USD 3.95/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 4.08/KG by Q4, a gain of 3.3%, the strongest in the dataset. Consistent automotive OEM demand and firm caprolactam and energy costs supported the market. Germany maintained the highest price level throughout the year.
Indian prices firmed from roughly USD 3.12/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 3.22/KG by Q4, a gain of 3.2%. Growing tyre production and industrial cord demand and firmer caprolactam import costs drove the consistent climb through the year.
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Nylon cord fabric for tyre carcass plies takes the largest share, providing strength and flexibility in passenger car, truck, and off-road tyres. Conveyor belt cords, V-belts, high-pressure hoses, and industrial rope also consume significant volumes.
The Q1 2026 average was USD 3.72/KG in the United States, USD 2.75/KG in China, USD 4.28/KG in Germany, and USD 3.36/KG in India. Germany remains the highest-priced market.
The global average rose from USD 3.300/KG in Q1 2025 to about USD 3.368/KG in Q4, a full-year gain of around 2.1%. A seasonal Q2 uptick and Q3 dip preceded a consistent H2 recovery driven by firming caprolactam costs and tyre demand.
Summer season slowdown in tyre manufacturing at key automotive plants reduced cord procurement urgency. Competitive Chinese nylon supply maintained pressure on spot markets, holding back any sustained price recovery through the quarter.
The global average is expected in the USD 3.48 to 3.76/KG range for the rest of 2026, with continued firming as caprolactam costs stay elevated and automotive tyre production recovers with improving vehicle build rates globally.
Germany sits highest on feedstock and energy costs, the United States and India hold a firm middle on steady tyre and industrial demand, and China prices lowest on large domestic nylon tire yarn production capacity.
This report is updated monthly. For real-time pricing intelligence, contact the Expert Market Research team directly.
Prices respond mainly to caprolactam and benzene feedstock costs, automotive tyre production cycles, and regional nylon cord plant operating rates. Automotive build rate changes and Middle East benzene supply events can cause sharp short-term moves.
Asia Pacific leads with China, South Korea, and India holding the largest capacity, followed by Europe. Because output is tied to caprolactam, any benzene or refinery change ripples across nylon tire yarn markets within one to two quarters.
Buyers can use quarterly trends and forecasts to time contracts around tyre production season cycles, build cover when caprolactam signals tightening, and monitor benzene price trends as the key feedstock signal for nylon price direction.
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