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Australia: Melamine Market 2025

Melamine Market Size in Australia

In 2022, the Australian melamine market increased by X% to $X for the first time since 2017, thus ending a four-year declining trend. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Melamine Production in Australia

In value terms, melamine production fell to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production enjoyed noticeable growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of X%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Melamine Exports

Exports from Australia

Melamine exports from Australia surged to X tons in 2022, with an increase of X% against the previous year's figure. Overall, exports, however, saw a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, melamine exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a precipitous decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

New Zealand (X tons) was the main destination for melamine exports from Australia, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to New Zealand totaled X%.

In value terms, New Zealand ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for melamine exports from Australia.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to New Zealand amounted to X%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average melamine export price amounted to $X per ton, leveling off at the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average export price increased by X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for New Zealand.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Brazil amounted to X% per year.

Melamine Imports

Imports into Australia

In 2018, the amount of melamine imported into Australia dropped dramatically to X tons, declining by X% against the previous year's figure. In general, imports continue to indicate a sharp contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2018, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, melamine imports contracted remarkably to $X in 2018. Overall, imports recorded a dramatic setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2018, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the main suppliers of melamine imports to Australia, together accounting for X% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2018, the biggest increases were recorded for Taiwan (Chinese) (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest melamine suppliers to Australia were the Netherlands ($X), Taiwan (Chinese) ($X) and Germany ($X), together comprising X% of total imports.

Taiwan (Chinese), with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average melamine import price stood at $X per ton in 2018, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2018, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from the Netherlands ($X per ton) and Germany ($X per ton), while the price for Qatar ($X per ton) and Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for melamine in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Turkey, India and Thailand, with a combined 31% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Indonesia, Malaysia, Qatar, Brazil, Italy, Belgium, Spain, the UK, Belarus and Trinidad and Tobago, which together accounted for a further 36%.

What are the largest producers of melamine in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of melamine production, accounting for 58% of total volume. Moreover, melamine production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the Netherlands, fivefold. Germany ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of melamine to Australia?

In value terms, Indonesia constituted the largest supplier of melamine to Australia, comprising 63% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 31% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of melamine from Australia?

In value terms, Brazil remains the key foreign market for melamine exports from Australia.

What is the average export price for melamine in Australia?

In 2021, the average melamine export price amounted to $1,729 per ton, dropping by -5.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for melamine in Australia?

The average melamine import price stood at $1,453 per ton in 2021, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the melamine 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:

Prodcom 20145260 - Melamine

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