Arlanxeo to increase EPDM prices

Geleen / Maastricht  - The Netherlands – Arlanxeo raises its prices for Ethylene Propylene Diene rubber grades (EPDM) for for the third time this year.

In a 19-Sept statement, the company said price adjustments will be as it follows:

In Europe, Middle East and Africa effective as of September 18, 2018 up to 100 euro per metric ton.

In Latin America effective as of October 1st, 2018 up to 120 US$ per metric ton.

In North America effective as of October 18, 2018 up to 0,05 US $ c/lb

Arlanxeo announced two rounds of price rises for the materials, which it markets under the brand name Keltan. 

EPDM products are used in applications like automotive, building & construction, plastics modification, consumer goods, cable & wire, and tubes.

Source: Arlanxeo and European Rubber Journal