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Japan: Cotton Linters Market 2025

Cotton Linters Market Size in Japan

For the fourth consecutive year, the Japanese cotton linters market recorded decline in sales value, which decreased by -21.8% to $X in 2021. Overall, consumption saw a deep contraction. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Cotton Linters Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2021, approx. X tons of cotton linters were exported from Japan; declining by -7.3% against the year before. In general, exports, however, enjoyed a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 1,289% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

In value terms, cotton linters exports fell to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 1,363% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for cotton linters exports from Japan, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to China totaled +75.6%.

In value terms, China ($X) also remains the key foreign market for cotton linters exports from Japan.

From 2013 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to China totaled +36.1%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cotton linters export price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -6.6% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a sharp slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 5.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for China.

From 2013 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Hong Kong SAR amounted to -0.1% per year.

Cotton Linters Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2021, the amount of cotton linters imported into Japan contracted to X tons, which is down by -13.1% on the year before. In general, imports showed a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 93% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cotton linters imports declined sharply to $X in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 118%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

India (X tons), Brazil (X tons) and the United States (X tons) were the main suppliers of cotton linters imports to Japan, together accounting for 99% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for India (with a CAGR of +10.0%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest cotton linters suppliers to Japan were Brazil ($X), India ($X) and the United States ($X), with a combined 98% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, India, with a CAGR of +8.2%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cotton linters import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -15.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a deep reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by 13%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the countries with the highest prices were China ($X per ton) and the United States ($X per ton), while the price for India ($X per ton) and Brazil ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (-1.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for cotton linters in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Turkey, China and the United States, together accounting for 84% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of cotton linters in the world?

Turkey constituted the country with the largest volume of cotton linters production, accounting for 57% of total volume. Moreover, cotton linters production in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total production with an 8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of cotton linters to Japan?

In value terms, Syrian Arab Republic constituted the largest supplier of cotton linters to Japan, comprising 81% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by South Africa, with a 9.1% share of total imports. It was followed by Brazil, with a 3.6% share.

What are the leading importers of cotton linters from Japan?

In value terms, China remains the key foreign market for cotton linters exports from Japan, comprising 82% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Hong Kong SAR, with an 11% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for cotton linters in Japan?

The average cotton linters export price stood at $971 per ton in 2021, leveling off at the previous year.

What is the average import price for cotton linters in Japan?

The average cotton linters import price stood at $1,010 per ton in 2021, growing by 129% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cotton linters 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 10413000 - Cotton linters

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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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