Key Market Indicators
New Zealand's imports and exports of natural rubber are set to change dramatically by 2026. In 2021, imports were worth $2.1 million, falling at an average rate of 22.3% year on year. This placed New Zealand in 59th place compared to Algeria, the leader in this ranking. The United States, Malaysia and Japan followed in second, third and fourth place respectively. Exports are expected to reach $33,130 by 2026, a 5.1% decrease from the 2021 figure of $45,000. Since 1994, exports have increased 61.8% year on year. Tanzania was the leader in 2021, with New Zealand in 70th place. Indonesia, Ivory Coast and Malaysia followed in second, third and fourth place.
