Physical Rubber prices witnessed strength on Thursday due to firm demand in the domestic market, while Automotive Tyre Manufacturers' Association said last week that its members are witnessing a severe crunch in the availability of domestic natural rubber and it may disrupt production unless supply issues of the raw material are addressed.
Spot prices for RSS-4 variety gained at Rs 207/ kg compared to its previous closing of Rs 206.50/ kg; while the RSS-5 variety rose at Rs 205/ kg compared to its previous closing of Rs 204.50/ kg.