Eastern Asia: Brown Rice Market 2020

Brown Rice Exports

Exports in Eastern Asia

In 2018, the exports of husked (brown) rice in Eastern Asia totaled X tons, jumping by X% against the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007 to 2018; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, brown rice exports reached their maximum at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2018, exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, brown rice exports stood at $X in 2018. Overall, brown rice exports continue to indicate a remarkable increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2011 when exports increased by X% year-to-year. The level of exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2018, exports failed to regain their momentum.

Exports by Country

China dominates brown rice exports structure, reaching X tons, which was approx. X% of total exports in 2018. It was distantly followed by Japan (X tons), comprising a X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2018, average annual rates of growth with regard to brown rice exports from China stood at +X%. At the same time, Japan (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Japan emerged as the fastest-growing exporter in Eastern Asia, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007-2018. While the share of China (+X p.p.) and Japan (+X p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, China ($X) remains the largest brown rice supplier in Eastern Asia, comprising X% of total brown rice exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Japan ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

In China, brown rice exports expanded at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007-2018.

Export Prices by Country

The brown rice export price in Eastern Asia stood at $X per ton in 2018, picking up by X% against the previous year. The export price indicated remarkable growth from 2007 to 2018: its price increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2018 figures, brown rice export price decreased by -X% against 2014 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2009 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices for husked (brown) rice attained their maximum at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2018, export prices failed to regain their momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2018, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while China stood at $X per ton.

From 2007 to 2018, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China.

Brown Rice Imports

Imports in Eastern Asia

In 2018, approx. X tons of husked (brown) rice were imported in Eastern Asia; remaining constant against the previous year. The total imports indicated prominent growth from 2007 to 2018: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2018 figures, brown rice imports increased by +X% against 2014 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2011 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The volume of imports peaked in 2018 and are likely to continue its growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, brown rice imports stood at $X in 2018. The total imports indicated a resilient expansion from 2007 to 2018: its value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2018 figures, brown rice imports increased by +X% against 2014 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2011 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, brown rice imports reached their peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2018, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2018, South Korea (X tons) represented the main importer of husked (brown) rice, creating X% of total imports. It was distantly followed by China (X tons), achieving a X% share of total imports. Taiwan, Chinese (X tons) and Japan (X tons) occupied a little share of total imports.

Imports into South Korea increased at an average annual rate of +X% from 2007 to 2018. At the same time, China (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, China emerged as the fastest-growing importer in Eastern Asia, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007-2018. Japan experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Taiwan, Chinese (-X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2007 to 2018, the share of South Korea and China increased by +X% and +X% percentage points, while Taiwan, Chinese (-X p.p.) saw their share reduced. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Korea ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported husked (brown) rice in Eastern Asia, comprising X% of total brown rice imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Taiwan, Chinese, with a X% share.

In South Korea, brown rice imports expanded at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007-2018. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: China (+X% per year) and Taiwan, Chinese (-X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The brown rice import price in Eastern Asia stood at $X per ton in 2018, growing by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2007 to 2018, it increased at an average annual rate of +X%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2009 an increase of X% against the previous year. In that year, the import prices for husked (brown) rice attained their peak level of $X per ton. From 2010 to 2018, the growth in terms of the import prices for husked (brown) rice remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while China ($X per ton) was 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 more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform