| Product Code: ETC4750173 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
In 2024, New Zealand continued to rely heavily on imports of polyisobutylene, with top exporters being South Korea, Metropolitan France, UK, Italy, and Denmark. Despite a high concentration in the market, the industry experienced a negative compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -4.57% from 2020 to 2024. The growth rate in 2024 saw a significant decline of -25.95%, reflecting challenges in the market. It will be important for stakeholders to closely monitor trends and developments to adapt to the changing landscape in the polyisobutylene market.

The Polyisobutylene market in New Zealand is projected to grow at a stable growth rate of 0.82% by 2027, highlighting the country's increasing focus on advanced technologies within the Asia region, where China holds the dominant position, followed closely by India, Japan, Australia and South Korea, shaping overall regional demand.

Polyisobutylene (PIB) serves as a key component in various industries, including automotive, construction, and personal care. In New Zealand, the automotive sector is a major consumer of PIB for manufacturing tires, lubricants, and adhesives. Additionally, the growing construction activities and the demand for sealants and adhesives further propel the polyisobutylene market.
Polyisobutylene finds applications in industries such as automotive, construction, and healthcare. Factors such as automotive production, infrastructure development, and demand for adhesives and sealants drive the polyisobutylene market in New Zealand.
The polylactic acid (PLA) market in New Zealand faces challenges related to high production costs and the need for specialized manufacturing technologies. The market must navigate stringent environmental regulations, particularly regarding the sustainability and biodegradability of PLA. There is competition from other biodegradable plastics that offer similar properties at lower costs. Continuous innovation is required to improve the performance and environmental footprint of PLA products.
Polyisobutylene market in New Zealand is witnessing steady growth with increasing applications in lubricants and adhesives. Government regulations focusing on industrial safety and environmental standards are likely to shape the market`s future.
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 Polyisobutylene Market Overview |
3.1 New Zealand Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Molecular Weight, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
4 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for polyisobutylene in automotive and construction industries in New Zealand |
4.2.2 Growing investments in research and development for product innovation and application development |
4.2.3 Favorable government regulations promoting the use of polyisobutylene in various end-use industries |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Volatility in raw material prices impacting production costs |
4.3.2 Intense competition from substitute products such as polyethylene and polypropylene |
4.3.3 Environmental concerns regarding the disposal and recycling of polyisobutylene products |
5 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Trends |
6 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Segmentations |
6.1 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market, By Molecular Weight |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Low Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenues & Volume, By High Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene, 2021-2031F |
6.2 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market, By Product |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenues & Volume, By C-PIB, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenues & Volume, By HR-PIB, 2021-2031F |
6.3 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market, By Application |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Tires, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Lube Additives, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Fuel Additives, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenues & Volume, By 2-stroke Engines, 2021-2031F |
6.3.6 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial Lubes & Others, 2021-2031F |
6.3.7 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Adhesives & Sealants, 2021-2031F |
6.4 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market, By End-use Industry |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Transportation, 2021-2031F |
6.4.3 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial, 2021-2031F |
6.4.4 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Food, 2021-2031F |
6.4.5 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Research and development expenditure for polyisobutylene products |
8.2 Number of patents filed for new polyisobutylene applications |
8.3 Percentage of polyisobutylene products meeting or exceeding quality standards |
8.4 Rate of adoption of polyisobutylene in new applications in different industries |
9 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Opportunity Assessment, By Molecular Weight, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
10 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 New Zealand Polyisobutylene Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |