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Japan: Butan-1-Ol (N-Butyl Alcohol) Market 2024

Butan-1-Ol (N-Butyl Alcohol) Market Size in Japan

The Japanese butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) market was estimated at $X in 2022, flattening at the previous year. In general, consumption saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Butan-1-Ol (N-Butyl Alcohol) Production in Japan

In value terms, butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) production shrank to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a slight downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 28%. Butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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Butan-1-Ol (N-Butyl Alcohol) Exports

Exports from Japan

After two years of growth, shipments abroad of butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) decreased by -73.2% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports showed a dramatic shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 303%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) exports fell dramatically to $X in 2022. Overall, exports faced a significant contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 177% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

South Korea (X tons) was the main destination for butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) exports from Japan, accounting for a 98% share of total exports. It was followed by Indonesia (X tons), with a 2.1% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to South Korea totaled -17.0%.

In value terms, South Korea ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) exports from Japan, comprising 91% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Indonesia ($X), with a 4.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to South Korea amounted to -18.9%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) export price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -10.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a slight setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by 61%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X 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 overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Indonesia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to South Korea totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to China (+11.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Butan-1-Ol (N-Butyl Alcohol) Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2022, imports of butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) into Japan surged to X tons, growing by 7,574% against the year before. Overall, imports enjoyed a significant increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports recorded a significant expansion. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) was the main supplier of butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) to Japan, with a 100% share of total imports. It was followed by Malaysia (X tons), with a 0.3% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Taiwan (Chinese) totaled +32.6%.

In value terms, Taiwan (Chinese) ($X) constituted the largest supplier of butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) to Japan, comprising 100% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Malaysia ($X), with a 0.4% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Taiwan (Chinese) totaled +31.6%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) import price amounted to $X per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 57% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Malaysia ($X per ton), while the price for Taiwan (Chinese) totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+32.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2022 were China, the United States and India, together comprising 41% of global consumption. Germany, Japan, Nigeria, Russia, Indonesia, the UK, Turkey, Taiwan Chinese), South Korea and South Africa lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 33%.

What are the largest producers of butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were the United States, China and India, together accounting for 39% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) to Japan?

In value terms, Taiwan Chinese) constituted the largest supplier of butan-1-ol n-butyl alcohol) to Japan, comprising 100% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Malaysia, with a 0.4% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) from Japan?

In value terms, South Korea emerged as the key foreign market for butan-1-ol n-butyl alcohol) exports from Japan, comprising 91% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Indonesia, with a 4.9% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) in Japan?

In 2022, the average butan-1-ol n-butyl alcohol) export price amounted to $1,173 per ton, dropping by -10.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) in Japan?

In 2022, the average butan-1-ol n-butyl alcohol) import price amounted to $1,566 per ton, approximately reflecting the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the butan-1-ol (n-butyl alcohol) 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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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
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8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
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3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
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1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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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
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
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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