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Japan: Market for Butene (Butylene) And Isomers Thereof 2024

Market Size for Butene (Butylene) And Isomers Thereof in Japan

The Japanese butene and isomers thereof market expanded markedly to $X in 2021, with an increase of 15% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a perceptible contraction. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Production of Butene (Butylene) And Isomers Thereof in Japan

In value terms, butene and isomers thereof production soared to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a perceptible shrinkage. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Butene (Butylene) And Isomers Thereof

Exports from Japan

In 2021, approx. X tons of butene (butylene) and isomers thereof were exported from Japan; declining by -37.9% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports saw a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 237% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, butene and isomers thereof exports declined sharply to $X in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate a deep setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when exports increased by 156% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Indonesia (X tons) was the main destination for butene and isomers thereof exports from Japan, accounting for a 49% share of total exports. Moreover, butene and isomers thereof exports to Indonesia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Thailand (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by China (X tons), with a 17% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Indonesia totaled +8.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Thailand (-2.0% per year) and China (-8.6% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for butene and isomers thereof exported from Japan were Indonesia ($X), Thailand ($X) and China ($X), with a combined 90% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Thailand, with a CAGR of -4.0%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

The average butene and isomers thereof export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, reducing by -15% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average export price increased by 22%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Indonesia ($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 Thailand (-2.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Butene (Butylene) And Isomers Thereof

Imports into Japan

For the third consecutive year, Japan recorded growth in supplies from abroad of butene (butylene) and isomers thereof, which increased by 117% to X tons in 2021. In general, imports showed a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 187,531%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

In value terms, butene and isomers thereof imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 25,323%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2021, South Korea (X tons) was the main butene and isomers thereof supplier to Japan, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from South Korea totaled +19.0%.

In value terms, South Korea ($X) constituted the largest supplier of butene (butylene) and isomers thereof to Japan.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from South Korea stood at +16.1%.

Import Prices by Country

The average butene and isomers thereof import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 43% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a pronounced decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by 1,114% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for South Korea amounted to -2.4% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for butene (butylene) and isomers thereof in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of butene and isomers thereof consumption, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, butene and isomers thereof consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. Russia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.4% share.

What are the largest producers of butene (butylene) and isomers thereof in the world?

China remains the largest butene and isomers thereof producing country worldwide, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, butene and isomers thereof production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The U.S. ranked third in terms of total production with a 5.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of butene (butylene) and isomers thereof to Japan?

In value terms, South Korea constituted the largest supplier of butene and isomers thereof to Japan.

What are the leading importers of butene (butylene) and isomers thereof from Japan?

In value terms, Indonesia remains the key foreign market for butene and isomers thereof exports from Japan, comprising 68% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by South Korea, with a 19% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for butene (butylene) and isomers thereof in Japan?

The average butene and isomers thereof export price stood at $481 per ton in 2020, dropping by -24.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for butene (butylene) and isomers thereof in Japan?

In 2020, the average butene and isomers thereof import price amounted to $811 per ton, declining by -34.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for butene and isomers thereof 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 20141150 - Butene (butylene) and isomers thereof

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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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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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
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