China's Aug natural latex imports up 37.64% MoM, down 44.79% YoY

China's natural latex imports stood at 22,535.70 tonnes in August 2026, surging 137.64% month-on-month amid a July low base, improved Southeast Asian supply and restored import arbitrage, yet tumbled 44.79% year-on-year.

According to data from the General Administration of Customs of PRC (GACC), China's natural latex imports reached 22,535.70 tonnes in August 2026, up 137.64% month-on-month but down 44.79% year-on-year. China's Natural Latex Imports, 2024-2026 (Unit: '000 tonnes) Source: GACC, OilChem The monthly rebound was driven by a low base in July and