Japan - Raw Silk (Not Thrown) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Japan - Raw Silk (Not Thrown) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Raw Silk Price in Japan - 2023

Contents:

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

Raw Silk Price in Japan (CIF) - 2023

In July 2023, the average raw silk import price amounted to $70,700 per ton, jumping by 16% against the previous month. In general, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The import price peaked at $77,286 per ton in April 2023; however, from May 2023 to July 2023, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In July 2023, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($80,816 per ton), while the price for China ($66,474 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 Thailand (+0.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Raw Silk Price in Japan (FOB) - 2022

The average raw silk export price stood at $81,367 per ton in 2022, rising by 46% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated a resilient increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +14.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 183% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for China.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for South Korea amounted to +19.5% per year.

Raw Silk Imports in Japan

In 2022, imports of raw silk into Japan soared to 219 tons, growing by 19% against 2021 figures. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 26%.

In value terms, raw silk imports surged to $15M in 2022. Overall, imports, however, saw a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 30%.

Import of Raw Silk in Japan (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China13.24.67.49.8-9.5%
Brazil4.84.24.25.12.0%
OthersN/AN/AN/A0.10%
Total18.08.811.515.0-5.9%

Top Suppliers of Raw Silk to Japan in 2022:

  1. China (144.8 tons)
  2. Brazil (73.3 tons)

Raw Silk Exports in Japan

In 2022, raw silk exports from Japan reduced sharply to 60 kg, declining by -98.8% on the year before. Overall, exports showed a dramatic descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 151%.

In value terms, raw silk exports dropped rapidly to $4.9K in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a precipitous decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 137%.

Export of Raw Silk in Japan (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
ChinaN/AN/AN/A4.90%
Vietnam664120138N/A-54.4%
Others0.30.1147N/A2113.6%
Total6641202854.9-80.5%

Top Export Markets for Raw Silk from Japan in 2022:

  1. China (60.0 kg)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

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  • FCL 1186 - Silk, Raw

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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    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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    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
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
  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. Yield And Growth
    16. Exports And Growth
    17. Export Prices And Growth
    18. Market Size And Growth
    19. Per Capita Consumption
    20. Imports And Growth
    21. Import Prices
    22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
    25. Yield, 2012–2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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Japan's Raw Silk Price Peaks at $72.0 per kg
May 31, 2023
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In February 2023, the raw silk price stood at $71,953 per ton (CIF, Japan), standing approximately at the previous month.

Global Raw Silk Trade Dropped 40% Over Last Decade
Feb 10, 2022
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From 2010 to 2020, global raw silk exports reduced sharply from 9.9K tons to 4.6K tons. In value terms, supplies shrank from $369M to $216M. 

Which Country Consumes the Most Raw Silk in the World?
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Global raw silk consumption amounted to X thousand tons in 2015, approximately equating the previous year level.

Which Country Produces the Most Raw Silk in the World?
Nov 21, 2017
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In 2015, the country with the largest volume of the raw silk output was China (X thousand tons), accounting for X% of global production.

Silk Market - Global Raw Silk Market Steadily Declines
Jan 28, 2016
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The global raw silk market showed a steady decline, falling from X thousand tons in 2008 to X thousand tons in 2014. However, the market value illustrated mixed dynamics over the period under review, due to constant fluctuations in producer pri

China Remains the Global Leader in Raw Silk Exports despite 9% Drop in 2014
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Japan's Raw Silk Price Peaks at $72.0 per kg
May 31, 2023
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In February 2023, the raw silk price stood at $71,953 per ton (CIF, Japan), standing approximately at the previous month.

Which Country Exports the Most Raw Silk in the World?
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Which Country Imports the Most Raw Silk in the World?
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