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Australia: Unvulcanised Rubber Market 2024

Unvulcanised Rubber Market Size in Australia

In 2021, the Australian unvulcanised rubber market increased by 83% to $X, rising for the fourth consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption posted a modest expansion. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Unvulcanised Rubber Exports

Exports from Australia

In 2021, overseas shipments of unvulcanised rubber were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when exports increased by 1,431% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, unvulcanised rubber exports rose significantly to $X in 2021. In general, exports recorded a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when exports increased by 965%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Thailand (X tons), New Zealand (X tons) and Japan (X tons) were the main destinations of unvulcanised rubber exports from Australia, together accounting for 88% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, 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 +172.2%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for unvulcanised rubber exported from Australia were Singapore ($X), Thailand ($X) and New Zealand ($X), with a combined 89% share of total exports.

New Zealand, with a CAGR of +132.2%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among 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

The average unvulcanised rubber export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, waning by -12.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a remarkable increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the average export price increased by 169%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 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 Singapore ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Thailand ($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 Singapore (+19.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Unvulcanised Rubber Imports

Imports into Australia

In 2021, purchases abroad of unvulcanised rubber increased by 69% to X tons, rising for the third consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, imports continue to indicate a buoyant increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, unvulcanised rubber imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Thailand (X tons), Malaysia (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main suppliers of unvulcanised rubber imports to Australia, with a combined 87% share of total imports. South Africa, Indonesia, Lithuania and Sweden lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 10%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Indonesia (with a CAGR of +277.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Malaysia ($X), Thailand ($X) and China ($X) were the largest unvulcanised rubber suppliers to Australia, together accounting for 87% of total imports. South Africa, Lithuania, Sweden and Indonesia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 8.2%.

Indonesia, with a CAGR of +178.3%, 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 unvulcanised rubber import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 11% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 32%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa (-0.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for unvulcanised rubber in the world?

China remains the largest unvulcanised rubber consuming country worldwide, accounting for 26% of total volume. Moreover, unvulcanised rubber consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 9.3% share.

What are the largest producers of unvulcanised rubber in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of unvulcanised rubber production, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, unvulcanised rubber production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. India ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of unvulcanised rubber to Australia?

In value terms, Malaysia constituted the largest supplier of unvulcanised rubber to Australia, comprising 60% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Thailand, with a 16% share of total imports. It was followed by Sweden, with an 8.6% share.

What are the leading importers of unvulcanised rubber from Australia?

In value terms, New Zealand, Singapore and Japan constituted the largest markets for unvulcanised rubber exported from Australia worldwide, with a combined 96% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for unvulcanised rubber in Australia?

In 2020, the average unvulcanised rubber export price amounted to $5,335 per ton, with an increase of 45% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for unvulcanised rubber in Australia?

In 2020, the average unvulcanised rubber import price amounted to $2,257 per ton, waning by -2.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the unvulcanised rubber 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 22192013 - Rubber compounded with carbon black or silica, unvulcanised

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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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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