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Japan - Calcined and Sintered Dolomite - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Japan: Market for Calcined And Sintered Dolomite 2025

Market Size for Calcined And Sintered Dolomite in Japan

The Japanese calcined and sintered dolomite market stood at $X in 2021, approximately equating the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a noticeable descent. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Calcined And Sintered Dolomite in Japan

In value terms, calcined and sintered dolomite production declined modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production recorded a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 21% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Calcined And Sintered Dolomite

Exports from Japan

In 2021, after two years of growth, there was decline in overseas shipments of calcined and sintered dolomite, when their volume decreased by -4.1% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 393% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2020, and then dropped slightly in the following year.

In value terms, calcined and sintered dolomite exports contracted to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, showed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 147% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2020, and then contracted in the following year.

Exports by Country

Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) was the main destination for calcined and sintered dolomite exports from Japan, with a 93% share of total exports. Moreover, calcined and sintered dolomite exports to Taiwan (Chinese) exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, China (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Taiwan (Chinese) amounted to +62.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: China (+297.8% per year) and South Korea (-20.8% per year).

In value terms, Taiwan (Chinese) ($X) remains the key foreign market for calcined and sintered dolomite exports from Japan, comprising 90% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by South Korea ($X), with a 6.4% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Taiwan (Chinese) totaled +45.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: South Korea (-20.6% per year) and China (+288.5% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average calcined and sintered dolomite export price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -4.4% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average export price increased by 5.6%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was South Korea ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Taiwan (Chinese) ($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 South Korea (+0.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Calcined And Sintered Dolomite

Imports into Japan

In 2021, approx. X tons of calcined and sintered dolomite were imported into Japan; with an increase of 30% against the year before. Over the period under review, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, calcined and sintered dolomite imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Imports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X tons) and Vietnam (X tons) were the main suppliers of calcined and sintered dolomite imports to Japan.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Vietnam (with a CAGR of +85.5%).

In value terms, the largest calcined and sintered dolomite suppliers to Japan were China ($X) and Vietnam ($X).

Vietnam, with a CAGR of +84.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average calcined and sintered dolomite import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 16% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.1%. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for Vietnam stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+2.8%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for calcined and sintered dolomite in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of calcined and sintered dolomite consumption, accounting for 16% of total volume. Moreover, calcined and sintered dolomite 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 a 6.2% share.

What are the largest producers of calcined and sintered dolomite in the world?

The country with the largest volume of calcined and sintered dolomite production was China, comprising approx. 16% of total volume. Moreover, calcined and sintered dolomite production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of calcined and sintered dolomite to Japan?

In value terms, China and Vietnam constituted the largest calcined and sintered dolomite suppliers to Japan.

What are the leading importers of calcined and sintered dolomite from Japan?

In value terms, Taiwan Chinese) remains the key foreign market for calcined and sintered dolomite exports from Japan, comprising 96% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 3.9% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for calcined and sintered dolomite in Japan?

The average calcined and sintered dolomite export price stood at $239 per ton in 2021, dropping by -4.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for calcined and sintered dolomite in Japan?

In 2021, the average calcined and sintered dolomite import price amounted to $146 per ton, jumping by 16% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for calcined and sintered dolomite 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 23523030 - Calcined and sintered dolomite, crude, roughly trimmed or merely cut into rectangular or square blocks or slabs

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

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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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
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

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