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Australia - Natural And Modified Natural Polymers In Primary Forms - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Natural Polymers Price in Australia - 2023

Natural Polymers Price in Australia (CIF) - 2023

The average natural polymers import price stood at $5,262 per ton in September 2023, with a decrease of -16.6% against the previous month. In general, the import price showed a perceptible descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in November 2022 an increase of 27% month-to-month. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $8,213 per ton in January 2023; however, from February 2023 to September 2023, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was Austria ($12,210 per ton), while the price for the United States ($2,425 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From September 2022 to September 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland (+17.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Natural Polymers Price in Australia (FOB) - 2022

The average natural polymers export price stood at $5,022 per ton in 2022, rising by 47% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded a pronounced decrease. The export price peaked at $14,766 per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($38,331 per ton), while the average price for exports to Kazakhstan ($1,612 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United States (+10.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Natural Polymers Imports in Australia

After three years of growth, purchases abroad of natural and modified natural polymers in primary forms decreased by -2.3% to 7.1K tons in 2022. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 12% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of 7.2K tons, and then declined slightly in the following year.

In value terms, natural polymers imports soared to $47M in 2022. Overall, total imports indicated a prominent expansion from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +18.6% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +66.8% against 2019 indices. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Natural Polymers in Australia (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
China	11.8	13.7	16.9	27.2	32.1%
United States	4.7	4.1	4.9	3.7	-7.7%
Italy	0.6	1.0	1.6	3.1	72.9%
Netherlands	2.3	2.5	2.8	2.5	2.8%
France	2.3	1.8	1.5	1.6	-11.4%
Austria	0.5	0.7	0.7	1.3	37.5%
Poland	N/A	0.2	0.6	0.4	41.4%
Others	5.8	6.4	6.3	6.8	5.4%
Total	28.0	30.5	35.3	46.7	18.6%

Top Suppliers of Natural Polymers to Australia in 2022:

China (3730.0 tons)
United States (1106.8 tons)
Netherlands (840.8 tons)
Italy (724.7 tons)
Austria (113.9 tons)
Poland (111.4 tons)
France (97.5 tons)

Natural Polymers Exports in Australia

After three years of growth, overseas shipments of natural and modified natural polymers in primary forms decreased by -19% to 833 tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 97% against the previous year.

In value terms, natural polymers exports skyrocketed to $4.2M in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 34%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Export of Natural Polymers in Australia (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
United States	1,070	1,019	895	1,290	6.4%
New Zealand	113	132	269	923	101.4%
Saudi Arabia	N/A	670	1,133	614	-4.3%
Canada	72.6	60.0	92.9	191	38.0%
Indonesia	291	133	64.6	138	-22.0%
United Arab Emirates	N/A	157	784	131	-8.7%
France	N/A	N/A	N/A	110	0%
Papua New Guinea	9.7	2.4	7.6	105	121.2%
India	259	19.6	71.6	102	-26.7%
Vietnam	72.8	82.6	105	90.4	7.5%
Kazakhstan	N/A	N/A	N/A	61.6	0%
Germany	N/A	21.8	9.4	58.1	63.3%
Others	265	324	85.9	367	11.5%
Total	2,152	2,622	3,518	4,181	24.8%

Top Export Markets for Natural Polymers from Australia in 2022:

Saudi Arabia (365.3 tons)
New Zealand (102.8 tons)
Papua New Guinea (60.1 tons)
Indonesia (44.0 tons)
Vietnam (38.4 tons)
Kazakhstan (38.2 tons)
India (35.6 tons)
United States (33.7 tons)
Canada (26.8 tons)
United Arab Emirates (19.3 tons)
France (15.6 tons)
Germany (13.0 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the natural polymers 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 20165960 - Natural and modified natural polymers, in primary forms (including alginic acid, hardened proteins, chemical derivatives of natural rubber)

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Australia

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Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Australia
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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
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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
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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