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Australia: Ammonium Nitrate Market 2024

Ammonium Nitrate Market Size in Australia

In 2021, the Australian ammonium nitrate market decreased by -52.2% to $X, falling for the third year in a row after three years of growth. In general, consumption showed a abrupt setback. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Ammonium Nitrate Exports

Exports from Australia

Ammonium nitrate exports from Australia dropped sharply to X tons in 2021, with a decrease of -34.2% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, exports showed a dramatic slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 77%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, ammonium nitrate exports fell rapidly to $X in 2021. In general, exports recorded a dramatic contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 48% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

New Zealand (X tons) was the main destination for ammonium nitrate exports from Australia, accounting for a 79% share of total exports. Moreover, ammonium nitrate exports to New Zealand exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, New Caledonia (X tons), sevenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to New Zealand amounted to -13.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: New Caledonia (-4.7% per year) and Papua New Guinea (-31.4% per year).

In value terms, New Zealand ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for ammonium nitrate exports from Australia, comprising 64% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by New Caledonia ($X), with a 24% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to New Zealand amounted to -15.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: New Caledonia (+4.0% per year) and Papua New Guinea (-29.1% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average ammonium nitrate export price amounted to $X per ton, approximately mirroring the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.9%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of 40% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was New Caledonia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to New Zealand ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to New Caledonia (+9.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Ammonium Nitrate Imports

Imports into Australia

Ammonium nitrate imports into Australia reduced remarkably to X tons in 2021, shrinking by -52.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports faced a drastic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 93%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, ammonium nitrate imports dropped dramatically to $X in 2021. Overall, imports saw a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 113%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Lithuania (X tons), Vietnam (X tons) and Indonesia (X tons) were the main suppliers of ammonium nitrate imports to Australia, with a combined 74% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Vietnam (with a CAGR of +231.8%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest ammonium nitrate suppliers to Australia were Lithuania ($X), Indonesia ($X) and Vietnam ($X), with a combined 75% share of total imports.

Vietnam, with a CAGR of +237.8%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average ammonium nitrate import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 3.4% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw a slight curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 56% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from Lithuania ($X per ton) and Indonesia ($X per ton), while the price for Chile ($X per ton) and Vietnam ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Malaysia (+14.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for ammonium nitrate in the world?

Russia constituted the country with the largest volume of ammonium nitrate consumption, comprising approx. 24% of total volume. Moreover, ammonium nitrate consumption in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Brazil, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Uzbekistan, with a 5.4% share.

What are the largest producers of ammonium nitrate in the world?

The country with the largest volume of ammonium nitrate production was Russia, accounting for 41% of total volume. Moreover, ammonium nitrate production in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Uzbekistan, sevenfold. Saudi Arabia ranked third in terms of total production with a 5.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of ammonium nitrate to Australia?

In value terms, the largest ammonium nitrate suppliers to Australia were Lithuania, Indonesia and Vietnam, together comprising 75% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of ammonium nitrate from Australia?

In value terms, New Zealand emerged as the key foreign market for ammonium nitrate exports from Australia, comprising 64% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by New Caledonia, with a 24% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for ammonium nitrate in Australia?

In 2021, the average ammonium nitrate export price amounted to $594 per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

What is the average import price for ammonium nitrate in Australia?

In 2021, the average ammonium nitrate import price amounted to $290 per ton, reducing by -28.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ammonium nitrate market in Australia. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

FCL 4003 -

Country coverage:

Australia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Australia
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023