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Japan: Alums Market 2024

Alums Market Size in Japan

The Japanese alums market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2022, after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption posted a mild increase. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Alums Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2022, the amount of alums exported from Japan dropped slightly to X tons, declining by -4.6% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, exports recorded a pronounced curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 157%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, alums exports reached $X in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a abrupt decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 81% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for alums exports from Japan, with a 55% share of total exports. Moreover, alums exports to the United States exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, China (X tons), twofold. Canada (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 14% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United States amounted to +5.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: China (+2.9% per year) and Canada (+121.3% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for alums exports from Japan, comprising 47% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Canada ($X), with a 19% share of total exports. It was followed by China, with a 19% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the United States was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Canada (+94.7% per year) and China (-6.6% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average alums export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 5.5% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, showed a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 an increase of 22% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United States ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Thailand (+10.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Alums Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2022, supplies from abroad of alums was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, imports continue to indicate perceptible growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 510%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, alums imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 279%. Imports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) was the main alums supplier to Japan, accounting for a approx. 99% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China totaled +41.9%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of alums to Japan.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China totaled +51.1%.

Import Prices by Country

The average alums import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 17% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a perceptible contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average import price increased by 31% 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.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Taiwan (Chinese) amounted to +6.8% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for alums in the world?

China remains the largest alums consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 45% of total volume. Moreover, alums consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Mexico, fivefold. The Philippines ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5% share.

What are the largest producers of alums in the world?

China remains the largest alums producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 59% of total volume. Moreover, alums production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Mexico, fivefold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of alums to Japan?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of alums to Japan.

What are the leading importers of alums from Japan?

In value terms, China emerged as the key foreign market for alums exports from Japan, comprising 62% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 15% share of total exports. It was followed by Canada, with a 14% share.

What is the average export price for alums in Japan?

The average alums export price stood at $3,209 per ton in 2021, dropping by -29.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for alums in Japan?

In 2021, the average alums import price amounted to $1,419 per ton, dropping by -5.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the alums 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 20134173 - Alums

Country coverage:

Japan

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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
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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
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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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
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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