European Silicone Rubber Prices Edge Up 1.5% in May Amid Raw
Title: European Silicone Rubber Prices Edge Up 1.5% in May Amid Raw Material Hikes
Keywords: European silicone rubber, price rise, May 2026, raw material costs
Summary: European silicone rubber prices increased 1.5% month-on-month in May, mainly pushed up by surging upstream raw material prices and sustained market purchasing activity.
Detailed Content:
At the end of May 2026, the regional price of silicone rubber in Europe rose by around 1.5% from April. Raw material prices kept climbing throughout the month, putting continuous cost pressure on local manufacturers. Most downstream manufacturers raised product quotations moderately. Overall market inventories were kept at a reasonable level, with no excess stock or supply gaps. Demand from construction, medical equipment and household appliance industries maintained a stable performance.
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