Product Code: ETC4503096 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Dhaval Chaurasia | No. of Pages: 85 | No. of Figures: 45 | No. of Tables: 25 |
Polyols are key raw materials in the production of polyurethane foams, coatings, and adhesives. The Australian market is influenced by the growing construction and automotive sectors, which require energy-efficient insulation and lightweight materials. The shift toward bio-based polyols as a sustainable alternative is also gaining traction.
The polyols market in Australia is driven by increasing demand for flexible and rigid foams in construction, automotive, and furniture industries. Rising adoption of polyols for improving product comfort, insulation, and durability is fueling market growth. Enhanced focus on bio-based and low-emission polyols is supporting market performance.
The polyols market in Australia faces challenges from high raw material costs and dependence on petroleum-based feedstocks. Environmental regulations on VOC emissions and chemical handling increase compliance costs. Competition from bio-based polyols adds market pressure.
The Australia Polyols Market offers strong investment potential due to increasing demand for flexible and rigid foams in construction, automotive, and furniture industries. Investment opportunities include developing bio-based polyols, improving processing efficiency, and expanding into coatings and adhesives.
Polyols used in the production of polyurethane foams are regulated under the AICIS. The government mandates that manufacturers disclose the chemical makeup and meet environmental and workplace safety standards under the Environmental Protection Act 1997 and the Work Health and Safety Act 2011. Import and production of polyols are also subject to industry-specific guidelines under the Greenhouse and Energy Minimum Standards Act 2012.
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 Polyols Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Polyols Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Polyols Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Polyols Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Polyols Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Polyols Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Australia Polyols Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End Use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Polyols Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing awareness about health benefits associated with the consumption of polyols |
4.2.2 Growing demand for low-calorie sweeteners in the food and beverage industry |
4.2.3 Rising prevalence of lifestyle diseases such as diabetes, driving the demand for sugar alternatives like polyols |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High production costs associated with polyols |
4.3.2 Stringent regulations and standards pertaining to the use of polyols in food and beverages |
4.3.3 Limited availability of raw materials for polyols production |
5 Australia Polyols Market Trends |
6 Australia Polyols Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Polyols Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Polyols Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Polyols Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyether polyols , 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Polyols Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyester polyols, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Australia Polyols Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Polyols Market Revenues & Volume, By Flexible Polyurethane Foam, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Polyols Market Revenues & Volume, By Rigid Polyurethane Foam, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Australia Polyols Market Revenues & Volume, By CASE, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Australia Polyols Market, By End Use Industry |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Australia Polyols Market Revenues & Volume, By Building & Construction, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Australia Polyols Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Australia Polyols Market Revenues & Volume, By Electronics, 2021-2031F |
7 Australia Polyols Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Polyols Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Polyols Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Polyols Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Research and Development investment in new polyols formulations |
8.2 Adoption rate of polyols in various industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, and personal care |
8.3 Number of new product launches containing polyols in the Australian market |
9 Australia Polyols Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Polyols Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Polyols Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Australia Polyols Market Opportunity Assessment, By End Use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Polyols Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Polyols Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Polyols Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |