| Product Code: ETC4506936 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Dhaval Chaurasia | No. of Pages: 85 | No. of Figures: 45 | No. of Tables: 25 |
In the Australia PU sole (footwear polyurethane) market, the import trend showed a notable growth rate of 9.74% from 2023 to 2024, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.37% for the period of 2020 to 2024. This uptrend in imports can be attributed to a surge in consumer demand for quality footwear products, indicating a positive shift in market stability and sustained demand for PU sole imports.
The polyurethane (PU) sole market in Australia is expanding due to the demand for lightweight, durable, and comfortable footwear. PU soles provide excellent cushioning, abrasion resistance, and flexibility, making them popular in athletic and casual footwear. The market is also benefiting from innovations in eco-friendly and bio-based PU materials.
The PU sole market in Australia is driven by increasing demand for lightweight, durable, and comfortable footwear. Rising adoption of PU soles for improving product flexibility, abrasion resistance, and water resistance is fueling market growth. Enhanced focus on developing eco-friendly and high-performance PU soles is supporting market performance.
The PU sole market in Australia faces challenges from high raw material costs and dependence on imports. Fluctuations in polyurethane prices and competition from rubber and EVA-based soles limit market expansion. Environmental concerns over polyurethane disposal increase market pressure.
The Australia PU Sole Footwear Polyurethane Market offers strong potential due to increasing demand for lightweight and durable footwear. Opportunities include developing eco-friendly formulations, improving comfort and impact resistance, and expanding into sports and protective footwear.
Polyurethane soles used in footwear manufacturing are regulated under the AICIS. Importers and manufacturers must provide chemical safety data and comply with occupational safety standards under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011. Environmental waste disposal and recycling guidelines are governed by the Environmental Protection Act 1997. Product quality and performance standards are enforced through the ACCC.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Raw Material, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing demand for lightweight and durable footwear materials. |
4.2.2 Increasing focus on sustainability and eco-friendly products in the footwear industry. |
4.2.3 Technological advancements leading to improved quality and performance of PU sole materials. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials impacting production costs. |
4.3.2 Competition from alternative materials such as EVA (ethylene-vinyl acetate). |
4.3.3 Regulatory challenges related to environmental standards and chemical usage in manufacturing PU soles. |
5 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Trends |
6 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market, By Raw Material |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Revenues & Volume, By Raw Material, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Revenues & Volume, By Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Revenues & Volume, By Toluene Diphenyl Diisocyanate, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyols, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Revenues & Volume, By Casuals, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Revenues & Volume, By Boots, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Revenues & Volume, By Slippers & Sandals, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Revenues & Volume, By Sports , 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Revenues & Volume, By Formals, 2021-2031F |
7 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average product lifespan of footwear using PU soles. |
8.2 Percentage of footwear brands incorporating recycled materials in PU sole production. |
8.3 Research and development investment in enhancing the properties of PU sole materials. |
9 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Opportunity Assessment, By Raw Material, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia PU sole (Footwear Polyurethane) Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |