| Product Code: ETC235115 | Publication Date: Aug 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The Australia Petroleum Jelly Market could see a tapering of growth rates over 2025 to 2029. Although the growth rate starts strong at 5.77% in 2025, it steadily loses momentum, ending at 4.79% by 2029.

Petroleum jelly remains a widely used product in pharmaceuticals, personal care, and industrial applications. The market in Australia is influenced by consumer demand for skincare products, medical-grade lubricants, and protective coatings. Growing interest in organic and plant-based alternatives poses challenges for conventional petroleum jelly manufacturers.
The Australian petroleum jelly market benefits from its extensive use in skincare, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications. Rising consumer awareness of skincare and personal care products boosts demand. Additionally, the products applications in medical treatments and manufacturing industries contribute to market expansion.
The petroleum jelly market in Australia faces challenges due to fluctuating crude oil prices, as it is a byproduct of petroleum refining. Additionally, increasing consumer awareness of natural and plant-based skincare alternatives has led to declining demand. Strict regulatory frameworks regarding petrochemical-based products also necessitate reformulation efforts, adding to production costs.
Petroleum jelly remains a staple in personal care, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications. The Australian market is seeing a shift towards high-purity, medical-grade, and organic alternatives. Companies that invest in eco-friendly packaging and branding strategies emphasizing skin-friendly properties can gain a competitive edge.
The petroleum jelly market is regulated under consumer product safety and chemical regulations. The ACCC ensures that petroleum jelly products meet purity and labeling requirements. Import regulations require compliance with Australian quality standards before foreign-manufactured petroleum jelly can be sold in the market.
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 Petroleum Jelly Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Grade, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing awareness about skincare and personal care products leading to a growing demand for petroleum jelly. |
4.2.2 Rising disposable income levels among consumers in Australia. |
4.2.3 Expansion of the retail sector and availability of petroleum jelly in various distribution channels. |
4.2.4 Growing trend of natural and organic products leading to the development of petroleum jelly with natural ingredients. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Competition from alternative products such as natural oils, balms, and creams. |
4.3.2 Fluctuating prices of raw materials used in petroleum jelly production. |
4.3.3 Stringent regulations pertaining to the use of certain ingredients in skincare products. |
5 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market Trends |
6 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market, By Grade |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market Revenues & Volume, By Grade, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market Revenues & Volume, By USP, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market Revenues & Volume, By Technical, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market, By End Use |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceuticals, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market Revenues & Volume, By Cosmetics & Personal Care, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market Revenues & Volume, By Food, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Industrial, 2021-2031F |
7 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Consumer sentiment towards petroleum jelly as a skincare product. |
8.2 Number of new product launches and innovations in the petroleum jelly market. |
8.3 Growth in the usage of petroleum jelly in skincare routines among consumers in Australia. |
8.4 Market penetration rate of petroleum jelly in different demographic segments. |
8.5 Consumer satisfaction levels with the quality and effectiveness of petroleum jelly products. |
9 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market Opportunity Assessment, By Grade, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market Opportunity Assessment, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Petroleum Jelly Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |