Japan - Polyurethanes In Primary Forms - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Polyurethanes Price in Japan - 2023

Contents:

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

Polyurethanes Price in Japan (FOB) - 2023

The average polyurethanes export price stood at $7,118 per ton in July 2023, standing approximately at the previous month. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2023 an increase of 14% m-o-m. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $8,113 per ton. From April 2023 to July 2023, the the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was South Korea ($9,484 per ton), while the average price for exports to Malaysia ($4,674 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From July 2022 to July 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Thailand (+2.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Polyurethanes Price in Japan (CIF) - 2023

The average polyurethanes import price stood at $6,364 per ton in July 2023, surging by 9.3% against the previous month. Overall, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in August 2022 an increase of 14% against the previous month. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $7,644 per ton in April 2023; however, from May 2023 to July 2023, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was the United States ($14,295 per ton), while the price for South Korea ($4,304 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From July 2022 to July 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+3.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Polyurethanes Exports in Japan

Polyurethanes exports from Japan shrank to 36K tons in 2022, with a decrease of -6.8% on 2021 figures. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.0% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 21%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 38K tons, and then shrank in the following year.

In value terms, polyurethanes exports declined to $252M in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +2.7% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 23%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $283M, and then fell in the following year.

Export of Polyurethanes in Japan (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China74.885.299.090.76.6%
United States30.924.727.925.4-6.3%
Malaysia25.617.531.022.1-4.8%
Vietnam7.817.417.521.540.2%
Thailand15.013.218.515.40.9%
Taiwan (Chinese)14.513.115.711.1-8.5%
South Korea12.211.613.49.7-7.4%
Indonesia7.89.111.39.25.7%
Germany3.04.66.37.636.3%
Hong Kong SAR10.57.19.96.4-15.2%
India1.73.12.85.144.2%
Sri Lanka3.23.14.33.53.0%
Philippines2.92.53.03.12.2%
Others22.217.822.820.6-2.5%
Total2322302832522.8%

Top Export Markets for Polyurethanes from Japan in 2022:

  1. China (11.7K tons)
  2. Malaysia (4.9K tons)
  3. Vietnam (4.1K tons)
  4. United States (2.6K tons)
  5. Thailand (2.3K tons)
  6. Taiwan (Chinese) (1.6K tons)
  7. Indonesia (1.4K tons)
  8. South Korea (1.2K tons)
  9. Germany (0.9K tons)
  10. Hong Kong SAR (0.9K tons)
  11. India (0.8K tons)
  12. Sri Lanka (0.7K tons)
  13. Philippines (0.6K tons)

Polyurethanes Imports in Japan

In 2022, approx. 11K tons of polyurethanes in primary forms were imported into Japan; growing by 3.6% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a slight descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 13%.

In value terms, polyurethanes imports expanded sharply to $71M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +5.4% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 22%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Import of Polyurethanes in Japan (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United States20.920.021.524.35.2%
Germany15.213.816.613.4-4.1%
South Korea6.85.26.610.214.5%
China6.95.18.08.98.9%
Taiwan (Chinese)1.71.52.83.324.7%
United Kingdom1.51.81.52.111.9%
Belgium0.71.82.21.734.4%
Singapore1.41.62.01.64.6%
Spain1.20.81.00.8-12.6%
Others4.12.84.14.53.2%
Total60.554.366.270.95.4%

Top Suppliers of Polyurethanes to Japan in 2022:

  1. China (2.4K tons)
  2. South Korea (2.3K tons)
  3. United States (2.1K tons)
  4. Germany (2.0K tons)
  5. Taiwan (Chinese) (0.6K tons)
  6. Singapore (0.3K tons)
  7. Belgium (0.2K tons)
  8. Spain (0.2K tons)
  9. United Kingdom (0.1K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the polyurethanes 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.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 20165670 - Polyurethanes, in primary forms

Country coverage:

  • 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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  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
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  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
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    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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    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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  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
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    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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