Australia - Methanal (Formaldehyde) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Formaldehyde Price in Australia - 2023

Contents:

  1. Formaldehyde Price in Australia (CIF) - 2022
  2. Formaldehyde Price in Australia (FOB) - 2022
  3. Formaldehyde Imports in Australia
  4. Formaldehyde Exports in Australia

Formaldehyde Price in Australia (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average formaldehyde import price amounted to $841 per ton, surging by 14% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated a measured increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +4.7% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, formaldehyde import price increased by +39.6% against 2018 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 34% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was South Korea ($1,092 per ton), while the price for the United States ($524 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (+11.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Formaldehyde Price in Australia (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average formaldehyde export price amounted to $3,732 per ton, rising by 54% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 96%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($10,406 per ton), while the average price for exports to Vanuatu ($477 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 Japan (+23.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Formaldehyde Imports in Australia

In 2022, the amount of formaldehyde imported into Australia dropped rapidly to 959 tons, with a decrease of -24.7% against the previous year. In general, imports continue to indicate a perceptible decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 29% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of 1.3K tons, and then contracted remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, formaldehyde imports declined to $806K in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a prominent expansion from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +12.4% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +48.5% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 74%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $943K, and then fell in the following year.

Import of Formaldehyde in Australia (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Taiwan (Chinese)31638272453619.3%
Vietnam63.230.690.016236.9%
United States85.757.847.458.1-12.2%
South Korea64.228.641.721.8-30.2%
Others38.544.340.128.7-9.3%
Total56754394380612.4%

Top Suppliers of Formaldehyde to Australia in 2022:

  1. Taiwan (Chinese) (606.3 tons)
  2. Vietnam (217.8 tons)
  3. United States (110.7 tons)
  4. South Korea (20.0 tons)

Formaldehyde Exports in Australia

In 2022, shipments abroad of formaldehyde decreased by -79.4% to 8.8 tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports saw a precipitous decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 61% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 104 tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, formaldehyde exports shrank sharply to $33K in 2022. In general, exports faced a precipitous setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 52%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $195K. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Export of Formaldehyde in Australia (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Japan5.821.18.610.823.0%
Fiji0.1N/AN/A9.6357.9%
New Zealand11.310.38.66.5-16.8%
United Kingdom48.712222.54.2-55.8%
TongaN/AN/AN/A1.90%
VanuatuN/AN/AN/A0.10%
Papua New Guinea12.017.461.2N/A125.8%
Canada38.819.8N/AN/A-49.0%
Others11.54.53.1N/A-48.1%
Total12819510433.0-36.4%

Top Export Markets for Formaldehyde from Australia in 2022:

  1. United Kingdom (2.6 tons)
  2. Fiji (2.5 tons)
  3. New Zealand (2.2 tons)
  4. Japan (1.0 tons)
  5. Tonga (0.4 tons)
  6. Vanuatu (0.1 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the formaldehyde 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.

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  • Australia

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  • 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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    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 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
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    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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  5. 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
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. 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
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