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Australia: Hardboard Market 2025

Hardboard Exports

Exports from Australia

In 2022, shipments abroad of hardboard increased by 33% to X cubic meters, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. In general, exports saw resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 107% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X cubic meters in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, hardboard exports shrank sharply to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a pronounced curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 55%. The exports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The UK (X cubic meters), New Zealand (X cubic meters) and the Netherlands (X cubic meters) were the main destinations of hardboard exports from Australia, with a combined 90% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by New Zealand (with a CAGR of +26.2%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for hardboard exported from Australia were New Zealand ($X), the Netherlands ($X) and France ($X), with a combined 76% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, New Zealand, with a CAGR of +12.8%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average hardboard export price amounted to $X per cubic meter, which is down by -49.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average export price increased by 23%. The export price peaked at $X per cubic meter in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was India ($X per cubic meter), while the average price for exports to the UK ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to South Korea (-3.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Hardboard Imports

Imports into Australia

In 2022, purchases abroad of hardboard increased by 0.7% to X cubic meters, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 25%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X cubic meters. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, hardboard imports fell slightly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a mild setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 24%. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X cubic meters), Belgium (X cubic meters) and Thailand (X cubic meters) were the main suppliers of hardboard imports to Australia, with a combined 83% share of total imports. Germany, New Zealand, Spain, Malaysia, the United States, France and South Africa lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 13%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Spain (with a CAGR of +107.9%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest hardboard suppliers to Australia were Belgium ($X), China ($X) and Thailand ($X), with a combined 84% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Germany, the United States, Spain, Malaysia, New Zealand, France and South Africa, which together accounted for a further 12%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Spain, with a CAGR of +114.9%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average hardboard import price amounted to $X per cubic meter, shrinking by -2.5% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a mild descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 19% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per cubic meter in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per cubic meter), while the price for New Zealand ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+4.3%), 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 hardboard in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of hardboard consumption, comprising approx. 38% of total volume. Moreover, hardboard consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Germany, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Belgium, with a 6.1% share.

What are the largest producers of hardboard in the world?

The country with the largest volume of hardboard production was China, comprising approx. 37% of total volume. Moreover, hardboard production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Germany, threefold. Belarus ranked third in terms of total production with a 5.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of hardboard to Australia?

In value terms, Belgium, China and Thailand appeared to be the largest hardboard suppliers to Australia, with a combined 77% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Germany, Spain, Switzerland and Malaysia, which together accounted for a further 15%.

What are the leading importers of hardboard from Australia?

In value terms, New Zealand remains the key foreign market for hardboard exports from Australia, comprising 72% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands, with a 15% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for hardboard in Australia?

The average hardboard export price stood at $770 per cubic meter in 2021, rising by 6.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for hardboard in Australia?

The average hardboard import price stood at $694 per cubic meter in 2021, stabilizing at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the hardboard 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 1647 - Hardboard

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
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024