| Product Code: ETC5199580 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
New Zealand`s molded plastics import market in 2024 continued to be dominated by top exporting countries including South Korea, UAE, Australia, Singapore, and Thailand. The Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) signaled high market concentration, indicating a competitive landscape. With a modest Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 0.52% from 2020 to 2024, the market saw a slight uptick in growth with a 3.52% increase from 2023 to 2024. This suggests a stable market with potential for incremental expansion, driven by continued imports from key supplying nations.

By 2027, the Molded Plastics market in New Zealand is anticipated to reach a growth rate of 1.75%, as part of an increasingly competitive Asia region, where China remains at the forefront, supported by India, Japan, Australia and South Korea, driving innovations and market adoption across sectors.

The Molded Plastics Market in New Zealand is robust, propelled by the versatile applications of molded plastic products across various industries such as packaging, automotive, and consumer goods. With advancements in technology and a growing emphasis on sustainable practices, the market is witnessing innovations in eco-friendly materials and manufacturing processes.
The molded plastics market in New Zealand is experiencing growth due to the increasing adoption of plastic components across various industries, including automotive, packaging, and consumer goods. Molded plastics offer advantages such as lightweight, durability, and cost-effectiveness, driving their use in a wide range of applications. Additionally, advancements in plastic processing technologies are expanding the market potential for complex and customized plastic parts.
Challenges in the molded plastics market include environmental sustainability and material innovation. Balancing the demand for durable, cost-effective plastics with the need to reduce environmental impact through recycling and alternative materials presents ongoing challenges for the industry.
Environmental policies and regulations on plastic use and recycling influence the molded plastics market, encouraging sustainable and innovative plastic products.
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 Molded Plastics Market Overview |
3.1 New Zealand Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for lightweight and durable packaging solutions |
4.2.2 Growth in end-user industries such as automotive, electronics, and construction |
4.2.3 Technological advancements in molding processes leading to cost efficiency and product innovation |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials like petrochemicals impacting production costs |
4.3.2 Stringent regulations related to plastic waste management and recycling |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative materials like biodegradable plastics |
5 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Trends |
6 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Segmentations |
6.1 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyethylene, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Polypropylene, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyvinyl Chloride, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyethylene Terephthalate, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Polystyrene, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyurethane, 2021-2031F |
6.2 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive & Transportation, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Construction & Infrastructure, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Agriculture, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical, 2021-2031F |
6.2.7 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Electronics & Electrical, 2021-2031F |
7 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of recycled materials used in molded plastics production |
8.2 Energy efficiency measures implemented in manufacturing processes |
8.3 Number of new product launches and patents in molded plastics sector |
8.4 Customer satisfaction ratings for molded plastic products |
8.5 Adoption rate of sustainable packaging solutions in the market |
9 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 New Zealand Molded Plastics Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |