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Australia - Oxirane (Ethylene Oxide) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Australia: Ethylene Oxide Market 2024

Ethylene Oxide Market Size in Australia

After four years of growth, the Australian ethylene oxide market decreased by X% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a noticeable reduction. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Ethylene Oxide Exports

Exports from Australia

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas shipments of oxirane (ethylene oxide), when their volume increased by X% to X tons. Overall, exports, however, showed a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, ethylene oxide exports expanded notably to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

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

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

In value terms, New Zealand ($X) remains the key foreign market for oxirane (ethylene oxide) exports from Australia, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Malaysia ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Papua New Guinea, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to New Zealand stood at X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Malaysia (X% per year) and Papua New Guinea (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average ethylene oxide export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a noticeable slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was New Zealand ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Fiji ($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 Papua New Guinea (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Ethylene Oxide Imports

Imports into Australia

In 2022, after four years of growth, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of oxirane (ethylene oxide), when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. Overall, imports recorded a pronounced shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, ethylene oxide imports declined notably to $X in 2022. In general, imports showed a pronounced downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Belgium (X tons) was the main ethylene oxide supplier to Australia, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Belgium totaled X%.

In value terms, Belgium ($X) constituted the largest supplier of oxirane (ethylene oxide) to Australia.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Belgium totaled X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average ethylene oxide import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Belgium.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for oxirane (ethylene oxide) in the world?

China remains the largest ethylene oxide consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 28% of total volume. Moreover, ethylene oxide consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Saudi Arabia, with an 8.3% share.

What are the largest producers of oxirane (ethylene oxide) in the world?

China remains the largest ethylene oxide producing country worldwide, accounting for 28% of total volume. Moreover, ethylene oxide production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was held by Saudi Arabia, with an 8.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of oxirane (ethylene oxide) to Australia?

In value terms, Belgium constituted the largest supplier of oxirane ethylene oxide) to Australia.

What are the leading importers of oxirane (ethylene oxide) from Australia?

In value terms, New Zealand remains the key foreign market for oxirane ethylene oxide) exports from Australia, comprising 69% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Malaysia, with a 20% share of total exports. It was followed by Papua New Guinea, with a 10% share.

What is the average export price for oxirane (ethylene oxide) in Australia?

In 2021, the average ethylene oxide export price amounted to $2,004 per ton, reducing by -16.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for oxirane (ethylene oxide) in Australia?

The average ethylene oxide import price stood at $3,771 per ton in 2022, growing by 12% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ethylene oxide 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 20146373 - Oxirane (ethylene oxide)

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 2012–2023
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