Study Mapping of Rubber Products and Markets in Indonesia

Abstract

Rubber is one of the strategic commodities because it plays a role as the source of life for millions of farmers
and people who directly or indirectly depend on the rubber industry. Besides that, it is also a source of state
income in the form of foreign exchange from exports and is known as a plant capable of eliminating the effect
of global warning and absorbing carbon dioxide. The purpose of this activity is to carry out surveys, mapping
and verification of products and markets for rubber products in Indonesia. The research methodology carried
out in the form of stages of implementation, coordination and Survey with related parties; delivery, installation
and trial; handover of goods / work results. The results of this study are the domestic rubber goods market is
still dominated by rubber goods in the form of tires, both for 4-wheeled and 2-wheeled vehicles. During the last
five years, the average consumption of tires for all types of domestic vehicles has reached around 62 million pcs.
Meanwhile, the market for other rubber goods such as vehicle components, hoses, pipes and rubber vessels and
rubber gloves also has a sizable consumption in the country.