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Japan: Ammonium Nitrate Market 2024

Ammonium Nitrate Market Size in Japan

The Japanese ammonium nitrate market soared to $X in 2021, with an increase of 23% 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, consumption, however, saw a noticeable descent. Ammonium nitrate consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Ammonium Nitrate Exports

Exports from Japan

Ammonium nitrate exports from Japan surged to X tons in 2021, with an increase of 36% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, exports saw a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 180% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, ammonium nitrate exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, exports saw a prominent expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by 148% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X tons), Mexico (X tons) and South Korea (X tons) were the main destinations of ammonium nitrate exports from Japan, with a combined 70% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for South Korea (with a CAGR of +26.7%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), Mexico ($X) and South Korea ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for ammonium nitrate exported from Japan worldwide, together comprising 70% of total exports.

South Korea, with a CAGR of +27.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average ammonium nitrate export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 44% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a noticeable contraction. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major overseas markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the highest price was recorded for prices to Mexico ($X per ton) and China ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton) and Thailand ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to South Korea (+0.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Ammonium Nitrate Imports

Imports into Japan

Ammonium nitrate imports into Japan rose notably to X tons in 2021, picking up by 11% on the previous year. Overall, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, ammonium nitrate imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a noticeable setback. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, South Korea (X tons) constituted the largest ammonium nitrate supplier to Japan, accounting for a 83% share of total imports. Moreover, ammonium nitrate imports from South Korea exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Russia (X tons), tenfold. Chile (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with an 8.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from South Korea amounted to +5.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Russia (+12.9% per year) and Chile (-15.2% per year).

In value terms, South Korea ($X) constituted the largest supplier of ammonium nitrate to Japan, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Russia ($X), with a 9.7% share of total imports. It was followed by Chile, with an 8.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from South Korea totaled +3.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Russia (+11.0% per year) and Chile (-17.5% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average ammonium nitrate import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 15% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, showed a pronounced descent. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from Russia ($X per ton) and Chile ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) and South Korea ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Russia (-1.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for ammonium nitrate in the world?

Russia remains the largest ammonium nitrate consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 24% of total volume. Moreover, ammonium nitrate consumption in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Brazil, threefold. Uzbekistan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.4% share.

What are the largest producers of ammonium nitrate in the world?

Russia remains the largest ammonium nitrate producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 41% of total volume. Moreover, ammonium nitrate production in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Uzbekistan, sevenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Saudi Arabia, with a 5.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of ammonium nitrate to Japan?

In value terms, South Korea constituted the largest supplier of ammonium nitrate to Japan, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 9.7% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of ammonium nitrate from Japan?

In value terms, China, South Korea and Thailand constituted the largest markets for ammonium nitrate exported from Japan worldwide, together accounting for 62% of total exports.

What is the average export price for ammonium nitrate in Japan?

In 2021, the average ammonium nitrate export price amounted to $461 per ton, rising by 89% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for ammonium nitrate in Japan?

The average ammonium nitrate import price stood at $498 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 15% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ammonium nitrate 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:

FCL 4003 -

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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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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