Japan - Expanded Clays - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Expanded Clays Price in Japan - 2023

Contents:

  1. Expanded Clays Price in Japan (CIF) - 2023
  2. Expanded Clays Price in Japan (FOB) - 2022
  3. Expanded Clays Imports in Japan
  4. Expanded Clays Exports in Japan

Expanded Clays Price in Japan (CIF) - 2023

The average expanded clays import price stood at $1,275 per ton in July 2023, declining by -23.6% against the previous month. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a noticeable shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in October 2022 an increase of 14% month-to-month. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $1,741 per ton. From November 2022 to July 2023, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In July 2023, the country with the highest price was the United States ($4,349 per ton), while the price for China stood at $1,132 per ton.

From July 2022 to July 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Australia (+0.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Expanded Clays Price in Japan (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average expanded clays export price amounted to $993 per ton, waning by -8.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price faced a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 25%. The export price peaked at $7,480 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($7,624 per ton), while the average price for exports to Taiwan (Chinese) ($661 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United States (+7.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Expanded Clays Imports in Japan

After three years of growth, overseas purchases of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag decreased by -12.3% to 16K tons in 2022. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.3% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 19% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of 18K tons, and then dropped in the following year.

In value terms, expanded clays imports rose sharply to $24M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +9.1% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 12%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Import of Expanded Clays in Japan (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China14.716.418.320.111.0%
United States2.41.82.22.40.0%
Australia0.90.90.91.03.6%
Others0.60.50.60.75.3%
Total18.619.621.924.19.0%

Top Suppliers of Expanded Clays to Japan in 2022:

  1. China (15.4K tons)
  2. United States (0.3K tons)
  3. Australia (0.2K tons)

Expanded Clays Exports in Japan

After three years of growth, shipments abroad of exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays and foamed slag decreased by -23.1% to 1,000 tons in 2022. In general, exports, however, enjoyed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 148% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 1.3K tons, and then dropped remarkably in the following year.

In value terms, expanded clays exports declined significantly to $993K in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 85% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $1.4M, and then shrank sharply in the following year.

Export of Expanded Clays in Japan (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Taiwan (Chinese)11898.660041351.8%
United States160135193133-6.0%
Thailand64.074.118412725.7%
China14325075.2106-9.5%
South Korea15579.384.272.0-22.6%
India21.253.690.562.343.2%
Indonesia70.036.774.551.3-9.8%
Others94.233.710629.2-32.3%
Total8257611,4079936.4%

Top Export Markets for Expanded Clays from Japan in 2022:

  1. Taiwan (Chinese) (624.3 tons)
  2. Thailand (165.1 tons)
  3. South Korea (96.1 tons)
  4. Indonesia (45.2 tons)
  5. China (33.3 tons)
  6. United States (17.4 tons)
  7. India (16.0 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the expanded clays market in Japan. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

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  • Prodcom 23991920 - Exfoliated vermiculite, expanded clays, foamed slag and similar expanded mineral materials and mixtures thereof

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  • Japan

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Japan
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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