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Australia: Polyamide Market 2024

Polyamide Market Size in Australia

After three years of decline, the Australian polyamide market increased by 50% to $X in 2021. Overall, consumption, however, showed a perceptible slump. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Polyamide Exports

Exports from Australia

In 2021, the amount of polyamides (in primary forms) exported from Australia contracted to X tons, with a decrease of -5.4% compared with 2020 figures. Overall, exports, however, recorded prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 470%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons, and then declined in the following year.

In value terms, polyamide exports contracted remarkably to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 377% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then contracted significantly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Papua New Guinea (X tons) was the main destination for polyamide exports from Australia, with a 45% share of total exports. Moreover, polyamide exports to Papua New Guinea exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, New Zealand (X tons), twofold. Malaysia (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 14% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Papua New Guinea stood at +30.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: New Zealand (-1.6% per year) and Malaysia (+120.3% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for polyamide exported from Australia were Papua New Guinea ($X), New Zealand ($X) and Malaysia ($X), together comprising 69% of total exports. These countries were followed by Oman, Thailand, Vietnam, Timor-Leste and China, which together accounted for a further 18%.

Vietnam, with a CAGR of +85.0%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average polyamide export price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -14.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 19% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Papua New Guinea ($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 Vietnam (+12.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Polyamide Imports

Imports into Australia

In 2021, purchases abroad of polyamides (in primary forms) increased by 26% to X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a perceptible slump. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, polyamide imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a perceptible setback. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), the United States (X tons) and Malaysia (X tons) were the main suppliers of polyamide imports to Australia, with a combined 72% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by China (with a CAGR of +17.3%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, China ($X), the United States ($X) and Taiwan (Chinese) ($X) appeared to be the largest polyamide suppliers to Australia, with a combined 66% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, China, with a CAGR of +16.5%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to 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 2021, the average polyamide import price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 19% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by 22%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the price for Thailand ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+11.4%), 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 polyamides (in primary forms) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of polyamide consumption was China, accounting for 23% of total volume. Moreover, polyamide consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 10% share.

What are the largest producers of polyamides (in primary forms) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and Germany, together accounting for 48% of global production. These countries were followed by India, Japan, Taiwan Chinese), the Netherlands, Belarus, South Korea, Belgium, Russia, Thailand and Poland, which together accounted for a further 28%.

What are the leading suppliers of polyamides (in primary forms) to Australia?

In value terms, the largest polyamide suppliers to Australia were China, the United States and Taiwan Chinese), together comprising 66% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of polyamides (in primary forms) from Australia?

In value terms, the largest markets for polyamide exported from Australia were Papua New Guinea, New Zealand and Malaysia, together comprising 69% of total exports. These countries were followed by Oman, Thailand, Vietnam and Timor-Leste, which together accounted for a further 17%.

What is the average export price for polyamides (in primary forms) in Australia?

The average polyamide export price stood at $3,458 per ton in 2021, declining by -24.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for polyamides (in primary forms) in Australia?

In 2021, the average polyamide import price amounted to $4,376 per ton, picking up by 19% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the polyamide 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 20165450 - Polyamide -6, -11, -12, -6,6, -6,9, -6,10 or -6,12, in primary forms
Prodcom 20165490 - Polyamides, in primary forms (excluding polyamide -6, -11, .12, -6,6, -6,9, -6,10 or -6,12)

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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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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