| Product Code: ETC6188519 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
Australia`s import trend for plasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC) compound showed significant growth from 2023 to 2024, with a growth rate of 13.72%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the period 2020-2024 stood at 3.34%. This import momentum can be attributed to a shift in demand towards PVC compounds due to their versatile applications in various industries, indicating market stability and sustained interest in these materials.
The plasticized PVC compound market in Australia is robust, fueled by demand from electrical cables, medical devices, and construction applications. These compounds offer flexibility and durability, essential for a wide range of industrial uses. Regulatory oversight regarding phthalate use is prompting the shift toward safer, non-phthalate plasticizers in PVC formulations.
Plasticized PVC compounds in Australia are seeing steady demand in applications such as wires, cables, and flooring. Phthalate-free plasticizers are becoming the norm due to health and safety concerns. Manufacturers are focusing on producing compounds with improved thermal and chemical resistance.
This market is facing regulatory challenges due to health and environmental concerns associated with phthalate plasticizers. The push toward non-toxic, bio-based alternatives is disrupting traditional formulations. Additionally, raw material price volatility and international competition are suppressing profit margins.
The plasticized PVC compound market in Australia is robust, driven by its widespread use in automotive interiors, construction materials, and medical devices. Opportunities lie in producing flexible, flame-retardant, and weather-resistant PVC compounds tailored to local industrial needs. Green alternatives to phthalate-based plasticizers are gaining interest, opening the door for environmentally friendly innovations.
The Australian government regulates PVC products through environmental protection and chemical safety frameworks. The use of plasticizers in PVC is monitored to ensure compliance with the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS). Theres a shift toward phthalate-free plasticizers, encouraged by government guidelines and public health recommendations. Importantly, policies under the Green Building Council of Australia also impact demand by promoting sustainable construction materials.
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 Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Manufacturing Process, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for PVC compounds in the building and construction sector due to their properties such as durability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness. |
4.2.2 Growth in the automotive industry, where PVC compounds are used in interior and exterior applications, driving the demand for plasticized PVC compounds. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials used in PVC compound production, impacting the overall production costs. |
4.3.2 Stringent regulations and environmental concerns regarding the use of PVC compounds, leading to potential limitations on their usage in certain applications. |
5 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Trends |
6 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market, By Form |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume, By Form, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume, By Dry, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume, By Wet, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market, By Manufacturing Process |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume, By Injection Molding, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume, By Extrusion, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market, By Application |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume, By Film And Sheet, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume, By Wire And Cabling, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume, By Pipe And Fitting,, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.5 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume, By Profiles And Tubes, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.6 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.4 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market, By End Use |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume, By Medical, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.3 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume, By Building And Construction, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.4 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.5 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.6 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume, By Consumer Goods, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.7 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenues & Volume, By Electrical And Electronics, 2021- 2031F |
7 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average selling price of PVC compounds in the Australian market. |
8.2 Number of new applications or industries adopting PVC compounds. |
8.3 Percentage of PVC compound manufacturers investing in research and development for product innovation. |
8.4 Environmental sustainability metrics related to PVC compound production processes. |
9 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Opportunity Assessment, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Opportunity Assessment, By Manufacturing Process, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Opportunity Assessment, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Compound Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |