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Japan: Cereal Germ Market 2024

Cereal Germ Market Size in Japan

The Japanese cereal germ market fell to $X in 2021, shrinking by -9.6% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Cereal germ consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Cereal Germ Production in Japan

In value terms, cereal germ production contracted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, the total production indicated a mild increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, production increased by +11.4% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the production volume increased by 59%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Cereal Germ Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2017, approx. X tons of cereal germ were exported from Japan; picking up by 75% against 2016. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 639% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2017, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, cereal germ exports skyrocketed to $X in 2017. Overall, exports, however, showed a deep downturn. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2017, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Singapore (X tons) was the main destination for cereal germ exports from Japan, with a 75% share of total exports. Moreover, cereal germ exports to Singapore exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2017, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Singapore amounted to +156.6%.

In value terms, Singapore ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for cereal germ exports from Japan, comprising 75% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Taiwan (Chinese) ($X), with a 25% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2017, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Singapore amounted to +147.5%.

Export Prices by Country

The average cereal germ export price stood at $X per ton in 2017, shrinking by -5.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price faced a significant curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 a decrease of -5.4% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2017, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In 2017, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Singapore amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2017, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Thailand (+72.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Cereal Germ Imports

Imports into Japan

After four years of decline, purchases abroad of cereal germ increased by 8.3% to X tons in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a noticeable decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 81%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cereal germ imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports posted resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 222%. Imports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X tons) constituted the largest cereal germ supplier to Japan, accounting for a 76% share of total imports. Moreover, cereal germ imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, South Korea (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States stood at +60.3%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cereal germ to Japan, comprising 93% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by South Korea ($X), with a 6.7% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United States stood at +62.4%.

Import Prices by Country

The average cereal germ import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 14% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a buoyant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 86% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for South Korea totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Indonesia (+3.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cereal germ in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of cereal germ consumption, accounting for 16% of total volume. Moreover, cereal germ consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.1% share.

What are the largest producers of cereal germ in the world?

The country with the largest volume of cereal germ production was China, comprising approx. 16% of total volume. Moreover, cereal germ production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of cereal germ to Japan?

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of cereal germ to Japan.

What are the leading importers of cereal germ from Japan?

In value terms, Germany remains the key foreign market for cereal germ exports from Japan.

What is the average export price for cereal germ in Japan?

The average cereal germ export price stood at $3,254 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 24% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cereal germ in Japan?

In 2021, the average cereal germ import price amounted to $1,735 per ton, surging by 13% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cereal germ 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 10613335 - Germ of cereals, whole, rolled, flaked or ground (excluding rice)

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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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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 2012–2023
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