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Japan: Metal Vehicle Lock Market 2025

Metal Vehicle Lock Market Size in Japan

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was growth in the Japanese metal vehicle lock market, when its value increased by 4.6% to $X. Overall, consumption, however, saw a noticeable shrinkage. Metal vehicle lock consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Metal Vehicle Lock Production in Japan

In value terms, metal vehicle lock production reached $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, showed a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 16%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Metal Vehicle Lock Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2021, shipments abroad of base metal motor vehicle locks was finally on the rise to reach X tons after four years of decline. In general, exports, however, showed a drastic downturn. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metal vehicle lock exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a abrupt shrinkage. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Russia (X tons), Turkey (X tons) and the United States (X tons) were the main destinations of metal vehicle lock exports from Japan, with a combined 41% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Turkey (with a CAGR of +46.3%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for metal vehicle lock exported from Japan were the United States ($X), Russia ($X) and Turkey ($X), together comprising 39% of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Turkey, with a CAGR of +37.2%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average metal vehicle lock export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, leveling off at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a slight downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the average export price increased by 8%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Turkey ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to China (+4.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Metal Vehicle Lock Imports

Imports into Japan

Metal vehicle lock imports into Japan expanded to X tons in 2021, surging by 2.9% against the year before. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by 10% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, metal vehicle lock imports rose remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, showed a slight shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 17% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Thailand (X tons) and Indonesia (X tons) were the main suppliers of metal vehicle lock imports to Japan, with a combined 96% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Indonesia (with a CAGR of +113.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, China ($X), Thailand ($X) and Indonesia ($X) constituted the largest metal vehicle lock suppliers to Japan, together accounting for 92% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Indonesia, with a CAGR of +114.4%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average metal vehicle lock import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 2.4% 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 2014 an increase of 6.7%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the countries with the highest prices were India ($X per ton) and Thailand ($X per ton), while the price for Indonesia ($X per ton) and China ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+3.2%), 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 base metal motor vehicle locks in the world?

The country with the largest volume of metal vehicle lock consumption was China, accounting for 27% of total volume. Moreover, metal vehicle lock consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with an 11% share.

What are the largest producers of base metal motor vehicle locks in the world?

The country with the largest volume of metal vehicle lock production was China, accounting for 33% of total volume. Moreover, metal vehicle lock production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. Mexico ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of base metal motor vehicle locks to Japan?

In value terms, China, Thailand and Indonesia were the largest metal vehicle lock suppliers to Japan, together comprising 94% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of base metal motor vehicle locks from Japan?

In value terms, the United States, Russia and Turkey were the largest markets for metal vehicle lock exported from Japan worldwide, with a combined 43% share of total exports. China, the UK, Malaysia, South Africa, South Korea, Indonesia, Thailand, Taiwan Chinese), Mexico and Pakistan lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 43%.

What is the average export price for base metal motor vehicle locks in Japan?

The average metal vehicle lock export price stood at $24,272 per ton in 2020, dropping by -10.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for base metal motor vehicle locks in Japan?

The average metal vehicle lock import price stood at $13,243 per ton in 2020, approximately reflecting the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal vehicle lock 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 25721150 - Base metal motor vehicle locks

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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1. INTRODUCTION

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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
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024