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Asia-Pacific - Hardboard - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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May 15, 2020

Hardboard Market in Asia-Pacific Reached $3.8B, Growing for the Second Consecutive Year

IndexBox has just published a new report: 'Asia-Pacific - Hardboard - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights'. Here is a summary of the report's key findings.

The revenue of the hardboard market in Asia-Pacific rose to $3.8B in 2018, surging by 6.4% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, hardboard consumption continues to indicate prominent growth. Over the period under review, the hardboard market hit record highs at $4.5B in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2018, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Exports in Asia-Pacific

In 2018, the amount of hardboard exported in Asia-Pacific amounted to 310K cubic meters, surging by 2.3% against the previous year. Overall, hardboard exports, however, continue to indicate a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 when exports increased by 8.2% year-to-year. In value terms, hardboard exports rose to $157M (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Exports by Country

China represented the major exporting country with an export of about 199K cubic meters, which finished at 64% of total exports. Thailand (70K cubic meters) took a 22% share (based on tons) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by Indonesia (5.9%). Malaysia (5.2K cubic meters) held a minor share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2018, average annual rates of growth with regard to hardboard exports from China stood at -5.8%. At the same time, Indonesia (+20.2%) and Thailand (+9.9%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Indonesia emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Asia-Pacific, with a CAGR of +20.2% from 2007-2018. By contrast, Malaysia (-20.0%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2007 to 2018, the share of Thailand and Indonesia increased by +15% and +5.1% percentage points, while Malaysia (-17.8 p.p.) and China (-60.3 p.p.) saw their share reduced.

In value terms, China ($109M) remains the largest hardboard supplier in Asia-Pacific, comprising 70% of total hardboard exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Thailand ($26M), with a 17% share of total exports. It was followed by Indonesia, with a 5.1% share.

Export Prices by Country

The hardboard export price in Asia-Pacific stood at $506 per cubic meter in 2018, waning by -5.5% against the previous year. Overall, the hardboard export price continues to indicate a mild downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2008, an increase of 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices for hardboard hit record highs at $694 per cubic meter in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2018, export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major exporting countries. In 2018, major exporting countries recorded the following prices: in China ($548 per cubic meter) and Malaysia ($518 per cubic meter), while Thailand ($376 per cubic meter) and Indonesia ($434 per cubic meter) were amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China, while the other leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.

Imports in Asia-Pacific

In 2018, the imports of hardboard in Asia-Pacific reached 321K cubic meters, going up by 12% against the previous year. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.2% from 2007 to 2018; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded over the period under review. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 when imports increased by 20% against the previous year. The volume of imports peaked in 2018 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term. In value terms, hardboard imports reached $233M (IndexBox estimates) in 2018.

Imports by Country

The imports of the three major importers of hardboard, namely Australia, China and India, represented more than half of total import. South Korea (25K cubic meters) took a 7.7% share (based on tons) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Malaysia (7.2%), Taiwan, Chinese (6.7%) and Vietnam (6.2%).

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of imports, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Vietnam, while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest hardboard importing markets in Asia-Pacific were China ($55M), Australia ($54M) and India ($30M), with a combined 59% share of total imports.

Among the main importing countries, China experienced the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The hardboard import price in Asia-Pacific stood at $725 per cubic meter in 2018, approximately mirroring the previous year. Over the period from 2007 to 2018, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.1%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2008 an increase of 13% y-o-y. The level of import price peaked at $773 per cubic meter in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2018, import prices failed to regain their momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2018, the country with the highest price was China ($962 per cubic meter), while India ($575 per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Malaysia, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the hardboard market in Asia-Pacific. 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:

  • FCL 1647 - Hardboard

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in Asia-Pacific, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Asia-Pacific
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

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

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • Afghanistan
    • Australia
    • Bangladesh
    • Bhutan
    • Brunei Darussalam
    • Cambodia
    • China
    • Hong Kong SAR
    • Macao SAR
    • Cook Islands
    • Fiji
    • French Polynesia
    • India
    • Indonesia
    • Japan
    • Kiribati
    • Malaysia
    • Maldives
    • Marshall Islands
    • Micronesia
    • Myanmar
    • Nepal
    • New Caledonia
    • New Zealand
    • Northern Mariana Islands
    • Pakistan
    • Palau
    • Papua New Guinea
    • Philippines
    • Samoa
    • Singapore
    • Solomon Islands
    • South Korea
    • Sri Lanka
    • Taiwan (Chinese)
    • Thailand
    • Timor-Leste
    • Tokelau
    • Tonga
    • Tuvalu
    • Vanuatu
    • Vietnam
    • Wallis and Futuna Islands
    • Lao People's Democratic Republic
    • American Samoa
    • Democratic People's Republic of Korea
    • Nauru
    • Niue
    • Guam

  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

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

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