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Japan: Cadmium Market 2024

Cadmium Market Size in Japan

After three years of decline, the Japanese cadmium market increased by 680% to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, consumption posted buoyant growth. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Cadmium Production in Japan

In value terms, cadmium production reduced slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 52%. 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

For the third consecutive year, Japan recorded growth in overseas shipments of cadmium, which increased by 10% to X tons in 2021. Overall, total exports indicated a moderate expansion from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.2% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, exports increased by +88.0% against 2014 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 24% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

In value terms, cadmium exports surged to $X in 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate a notable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 63%. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

India (X tons) was the main destination for cadmium exports from Japan, with a 87% share of total exports. It was followed by Belgium (X tons), with a 2.2% share of total exports. The third position in this ranking was taken by China (X tons), with a 1.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to India totaled +23.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Belgium (+7.7% per year) and China (-32.2% per year).

In value terms, India ($X) remains the key foreign market for cadmium exports from Japan, comprising 85% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Belgium ($X), with a 2.1% share of total exports. It was followed by Hong Kong SAR, with a 1.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to India totaled +27.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Belgium (+4.5% per year) and Hong Kong SAR (+2.8% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cadmium export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 6.6% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by 67% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($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 Hong Kong SAR (+33.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Cadmium Imports

Imports into Japan

After three years of decline, overseas purchases of cadmium increased by 1,862% to X tons in 2021. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a sharp shrinkage. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cadmium imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a precipitous curtailment. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

South Korea (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main suppliers of cadmium imports to Japan.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for China (with a CAGR of -25.4%).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cadmium to Japan, comprising 98% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by South Korea ($X), with a 1.2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China amounted to -20.8%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cadmium import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -15.7% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, posted a prominent increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by 54% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for South Korea stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+6.1%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cadmium in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of cadmium consumption, comprising approx. 47% of total volume. Moreover, cadmium consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Belgium, with a 5.8% share.

What are the largest producers of cadmium in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of cadmium production in 2020 were China, South Korea and Kazakhstan, with a combined 59% share of global production. Japan, Canada, Russia, Mexico, the Netherlands, France, Germany, Peru, the United States and Uzbekistan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 35%.

What are the leading suppliers of cadmium to Japan?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of cadmium to Japan, comprising 95% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada $164), with a 3.8% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of cadmium from Japan?

In value terms, India remains the key foreign market for cadmium exports from Japan, comprising 76% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Belgium, with an 8.6% share of total exports. It was followed by China, with a 4.5% share.

What is the average export price for cadmium in Japan?

The average cadmium export price stood at $2,052 per ton in 2020, shrinking by -17.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cadmium in Japan?

In 2020, the average cadmium import price amounted to $10,498 per ton, with a decrease of -10.8% 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.

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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Japan
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Market trends, drivers and restraints
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1. INTRODUCTION

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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