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Japan - Ethanal (Acetaldehyde) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Japan: Ethanal Market 2024

Ethanal Market Size in Japan

The Japanese ethanal market shrank to $X in 2022, waning by -6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, enjoyed a measured increase. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Ethanal Production in Japan

In value terms, ethanal production shrank to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, recorded measured growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 120%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Ethanal Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2022, overseas shipments of ethanal (acetaldehyde) decreased by -15.4% to X tons for the first time since 2014, thus ending a seven-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 10,083%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then declined rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, ethanal exports shrank sharply to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, enjoyed a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by 4,415% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

South Korea (X tons) was the main destination for ethanal exports from Japan, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to South Korea totaled +194.2%.

In value terms, South Korea ($X) also remains the key foreign market for ethanal (acetaldehyde) exports from Japan.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to South Korea stood at +82.3%.

Export Prices by Country

The average ethanal export price stood at $X per kg in 2022, waning by -2.8% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a precipitous decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the average export price increased by 40,706%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per kg. From 2014 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to -13.9% per year.

Ethanal Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2022, approx. X kg of ethanal (acetaldehyde) were imported into Japan; with an increase of 93% against the previous year. In general, imports, however, recorded a sharp decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 97% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, ethanal imports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a abrupt slump. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Germany (X kg) and the United States (X kg) were the main suppliers of ethanal imports to Japan.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Germany (with a CAGR of +21.1%).

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of ethanal (acetaldehyde) to Japan, comprising 73% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United States ($X), with a 27% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Germany amounted to +26.0%.

Import Prices by Country

The average ethanal import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, declining by -5.7% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, enjoyed resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the average import price increased by 91% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2021, and then fell in the following year.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the price for the United States stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+20.3%), 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 ethanal (acetaldehyde) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of ethanal consumption was China, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, ethanal consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. Pakistan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.5% share.

What are the largest producers of ethanal (acetaldehyde) in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of ethanal production, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, ethanal production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 5.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of ethanal (acetaldehyde) to Japan?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of ethanal to Japan, comprising 78% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 22% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of ethanal (acetaldehyde) from Japan?

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

What is the average export price for ethanal (acetaldehyde) in Japan?

The average ethanal export price stood at $9,759 per ton in 2021, waning by -2.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for ethanal (acetaldehyde) in Japan?

The average ethanal import price stood at $95,118 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 52% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ethanal 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 20146113 - Ethanal (acetaldehyde)

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
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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 2012–2023
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