In Europe, Halo Butyl Rubber prices remained unchanged by market players during the second half of October 2025. Production rates were moderate in the region amid stable industrial demand. Meanwhile, lower geopolitical risks and increased crude oil supplies in the region, eased feedstock Isobutylene prices and reduced the Halo Butyl Rubber production costs. However, concerns over oversupply and weak downstream demand continued to pressure profit margins. Supply rates within the region remained moderate. At the same time, demand for Halo Butyl Rubber was consistent in the downstream industries to produce end-use materials for the automotive and construction sectors. Looking ahead, the Halo Butyl Rubber prices are expected to rise in the coming weeks due to stronger demand and tighter supply availability in the market amid limited inventory build-up by processors. Additionally, the rise in feedstock Isobutylene costs will also increase production costs, and market players will raise prices to protect their profit margins.
