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Japan - Chloromethane (Methyl Chloride) and Chloroethane (Ethyl Chloride) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Japan: Chloromethane And Chloroethane Market 2024

Chloromethane And Chloroethane Market Size in Japan

The Japanese chloromethane and chloroethane market dropped to $X in 2022, almost unchanged from the previous year. In general, the total consumption indicated notable growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption decreased by X% against 2019 indices. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2019; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

Chloromethane And Chloroethane Production in Japan

In value terms, chloromethane and chloroethane production declined to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, the total production indicated pronounced growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production decreased by X% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the production volume increased by X%. Chloromethane and chloroethane production peaked at $X in 2019; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

Chloromethane And Chloroethane Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2022, shipments abroad of chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride) increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, exports, however, saw a sharp reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, chloromethane and chloroethane exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, recorded a significant decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

South Korea (X tons) was the main destination for chloromethane and chloroethane exports from Japan, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, chloromethane and chloroethane exports to South Korea exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Malaysia (X tons), fivefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to South Korea was relatively modest.

In value terms, South Korea ($X) remains the key foreign market for chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride) exports from Japan, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Malaysia ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to South Korea was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average chloromethane and chloroethane export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by X%. The export price peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Korea ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Malaysia amounted to $X per ton.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride) in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of chloromethane and chloroethane consumption, comprising approx. 23% of total volume. Moreover, chloromethane and chloroethane 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 9.6% share.

What are the largest producers of chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride) in the world?

China remains the largest chloromethane and chloroethane producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 23% of total volume. Moreover, chloromethane and chloroethane production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 9.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride) to Japan?

In value terms, Spain, the United States and the UK appeared to be the largest chloromethane and chloroethane suppliers to Japan, together accounting for 90% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride) from Japan?

In value terms, South Korea remains the key foreign market for chloromethane and chloroethane exports from Japan.

What is the average export price for chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride) in Japan?

The average chloromethane and chloroethane export price stood at $17,150 per ton in 2020, picking up by 849% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride) in Japan?

The average chloromethane and chloroethane import price stood at $138,460 per ton in 2020, shrinking by -18.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the chloromethane and chloroethane 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 20141313 - Chloromethane (methyl chloride) and chloroethane (ethyl chloride)

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