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Japan: Cadmium Market 2024

Cadmium Market Size in Japan

After three years of decline, the Japanese cadmium market increased by 88% to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a dramatic contraction. Cadmium consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Cadmium Production in Japan

In value terms, cadmium production dropped to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the production volume increased by 19% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Cadmium Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2022, overseas shipments of cadmium and articles thereof decreased by -3.6% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Overall, exports, however, saw a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 37% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then fell in the following year.

In value terms, cadmium exports shrank to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, posted a prominent increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 62% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

India (X tons) was the main destination for cadmium exports from Japan, with a 89% share of total exports. Moreover, cadmium exports to India exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Belgium (X tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Germany (X tons), with a 2% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to India amounted to +27.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Belgium (-3.4% per year) and Germany (+42.8% per year).

In value terms, India ($X) remains the key foreign market for cadmium and articles thereof exports from Japan, comprising 89% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with a 5.8% share of total exports. It was followed by Germany, with a 2.2% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to India stood at +28.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Belgium (-2.0% per year) and Germany (+34.5% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cadmium export price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -1.9% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a slight contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the average export price increased by 64%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the highest price was recorded for prices to Sweden ($X per ton) and Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($X per ton) and India ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Belgium (+1.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Cadmium Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2022, the amount of cadmium and articles thereof imported into Japan dropped markedly to X kg, declining by -89.7% compared with the year before. Overall, imports showed a sharp contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 205%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cadmium imports shrank rapidly to $X in 2022. In general, imports continue to indicate a dramatic shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 146% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X kg) was the main supplier of cadmium to Japan, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States totaled +17.5%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cadmium and articles thereof to Japan.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States stood at +10.2%.

Import Prices by Country

The average cadmium import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by 586% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average import price increased by 938% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to -6.2% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cadmium and articles thereof in the world?

The country with the largest volume of cadmium consumption was India, accounting for 60% of total volume. Moreover, cadmium consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Chile, fourfold. Poland ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.1% share.

What are the largest producers of cadmium and articles thereof in the world?

India constituted the country with the largest volume of cadmium production, accounting for 54% of total volume. Moreover, cadmium production in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Chile, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by South Korea, with a 4.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of cadmium and articles thereof to Japan?

In value terms, Canada constituted the largest supplier of cadmium to Japan, comprising 94% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 6.5% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of cadmium and articles thereof from Japan?

In value terms, India remains the key foreign market for cadmium exports from Japan, comprising 91% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Belgium, with a 2.7% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for cadmium and articles thereof in Japan?

The average cadmium export price stood at $2,245 per ton in 2021, waning by -11% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cadmium and articles thereof in Japan?

The average cadmium import price stood at $1,185 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -12.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cadmium 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 24453030 - Bismuth and articles thereof, including waste and scrap, n .e.c., cadmium and articles thereof (excluding waste and scrap), n.e.c.

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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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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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
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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