Product Code: ETC6188498 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The plastic resins market in Australia encompasses raw polymer materials like polyethylene, polypropylene, PET, and PVC used for manufacturing various plastic products. Market growth is influenced by demand from packaging, construction, automotive, and healthcare sectors. Sustainability trends are pushing resin producers to focus on bio-based and recycled resins to meet environmental standards and customer expectations.
The plastic resins market in Australia is shaped by demand across packaging, automotive, construction, and healthcare sectors. Polyethylene, polypropylene, and PET remain dominant, but bio-based and recycled resins are gaining traction due to sustainability concerns. Market trends include improving resin properties for better performance, and increasing emphasis on circular economy principles to reduce dependency on virgin plastics.
The plastic resins market in Australia is vulnerable to the volatility of crude oil prices, as most resins are petrochemical-based. Increasing environmental regulations and consumer demand for bio-based and recycled resins pressure manufacturers to diversify their portfolio, which entails significant R&D costs. Supply chain disruptions affect availability and pricing, and competition from imported resins adds market pressure. The transition to circular economy models requires infrastructure and technology upgrades.
Plastic resins are the fundamental raw materials for manufacturing various plastic products. Investment opportunities in producing bio-based and specialty resins that meet sustainability and performance standards are increasing. The demand for high-quality resins in packaging, automotive, construction, and healthcare sectors is expected to rise. Establishing local resin production to reduce import dependence and improve supply chain resilience is a strategic investment area.
The plastic resins market is influenced by regulations addressing chemical safety, environmental impact, and sustainability. The Australian government monitors resin production and use under chemical safety legislation and promotes the development of bio-based and recycled resins. Through collaboration with industry bodies, policies incentivize the adoption of sustainable resins that reduce carbon footprint and improve recyclability.
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 Plastic Resins Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Plastic Resins Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Plastic Resins Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Plastic Resins Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Plastic Resins Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Plastic Resins Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Plastic Resins Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for plastic products in various industries such as packaging, automotive, and construction. |
4.2.2 Technological advancements leading to the development of innovative plastic resin materials. |
4.2.3 Growth in the population and urbanization driving the consumption of plastic products. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Environmental concerns and regulations regarding plastic waste and pollution. |
4.3.2 Fluctuations in raw material prices impacting the production costs of plastic resins. |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative materials like biodegradable plastics affecting the market demand for traditional plastic resins. |
5 Australia Plastic Resins Market Trends |
6 Australia Plastic Resins Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Plastic Resins Market, By Product Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Plastic Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Plastic Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyethylene Terephthalate, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Plastic Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By High Density Polyethylene, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Australia Plastic Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Vinyl/Polyvinyl Chloride, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Australia Plastic Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Low Density Polyethylene, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.7 Australia Plastic Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Polypropylene, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.8 Australia Plastic Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Polystyrene, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Australia Plastic Resins Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Plastic Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Plastic Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Australia Plastic Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Electronics, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 Australia Plastic Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Logistics, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.6 Australia Plastic Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Consumer Goods, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.7 Australia Plastic Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Textiles & Clothing, 2021- 2031F |
7 Australia Plastic Resins Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Plastic Resins Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Plastic Resins Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Plastic Resins Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Research and development investment in sustainable and recyclable plastic resin technologies. |
8.2 Adoption rate of eco-friendly plastic resin materials in the market. |
8.3 Percentage of plastic resin manufacturers complying with environmental regulations. |
9 Australia Plastic Resins Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Plastic Resins Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Plastic Resins Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Plastic Resins Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Plastic Resins Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Plastic Resins Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |