| Product Code: ETC5705360 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sumit Sagar | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
The import shipments of ceramic foams into New Zealand in 2024 continued to be dominated by key players such as China, USA, Germany, Italy, and South Korea. The market saw a significant increase in concentration levels, with the Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) reaching very high levels in 2024. Despite a negative compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -8.37% from 2020 to 2024, the market experienced a steep decline in growth rate of -64.24% from 2023 to 2024. This trend suggests a challenging market environment, potentially influenced by changing global dynamics impacting the ceramic foams industry.

In New Zealand, ceramic foams are utilized in diverse applications, including filtration, insulation, and structural components. These lightweight materials offer high porosity, thermal stability, and resistance to harsh environments, making them valuable across different industries.
Ceramic foams in New Zealand are primarily driven by their extensive applications in insulation, filtration, and lightweight structural components. With growing emphasis on energy efficiency and sustainability across industries, there`s a rising demand for advanced ceramic foam materials that offer superior thermal insulation properties while being environmentally friendly.
Ceramic foams offer lightweight and thermal insulation properties, yet challenges persist in achieving uniform pore structure and mechanical strength in the New Zealand market. Innovations in manufacturing processes and material compositions are essential for meeting performance requirements across diverse applications.
Ceramic foams market in New Zealand is witnessing growth, supported by demand from the automotive, foundry, and aerospace sectors. Government initiatives promoting lightweight materials and energy-efficient manufacturing processes are contributing to market expansion.
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 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Overview |
3.1 New Zealand Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End Use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
4 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for lightweight materials in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and electronics, where ceramic foams are used for insulation and filtration purposes. |
4.2.2 Growing focus on sustainable and eco-friendly manufacturing processes, with ceramic foams being a viable alternative due to their recyclability and low environmental impact. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High production costs associated with manufacturing ceramic foams, limiting their widespread adoption across industries. |
4.3.2 Limited awareness and understanding of the benefits of ceramic foams among end-users, leading to slower market penetration. |
5 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Trends |
6 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Segmentations |
6.1 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Revenues & Volume, By Silicon Carbide, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Revenues & Volume, By Aluminum Oxide, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Revenues & Volume, By Zirconium Oxide, 2021-2031F |
6.2 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Revenues & Volume, By Molten Metal Filtration, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Revenues & Volume, By Thermal & Acoustic Insulation, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive exhaust Filters, 2021-2031F |
6.3 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market, By End Use Industry |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Revenues & Volume, By Foundry, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive, 2021-2031F |
7 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Research and development investments in ceramic foam technology advancements. |
8.2 Number of patents filed for new ceramic foam applications and manufacturing processes. |
8.3 Adoption rate of ceramic foams in key industries as a percentage of total potential market. |
9 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Opportunity Assessment, By End Use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
10 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 New Zealand Ceramic Foams Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |