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Japan: Fibreboard Market 2024

Fibreboard Market Size in Japan

In 2022, the Japanese fibreboard market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, consumption, however, recorded a noticeable shrinkage. Fibreboard consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Fibreboard Production in Japan

In value terms, fibreboard production reduced modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production continues to indicate a noticeable shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Fibreboard production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Fibreboard Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2022, shipments abroad of fibreboard was finally on the rise to reach X cubic meters after five years of decline. In general, exports, however, recorded a noticeable descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X cubic meters in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, fibreboard exports expanded notably to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, showed a deep downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X cubic meters), Vietnam (X cubic meters) and Indonesia (X cubic meters) were the main destinations of fibreboard exports from Japan, together comprising X% of total exports. The United States, Taiwan (Chinese), Thailand and the Philippines lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by the United States (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for fibreboard exported from Japan were Vietnam ($X), China ($X) and the United States ($X), together comprising X% of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, the United States, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average fibreboard export price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2022, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a pronounced descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per cubic meter in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per cubic meter), while the average price for exports to China ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United States (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Fibreboard Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2022, supplies from abroad of fibreboard was finally on the rise to reach X cubic meters after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, fibreboard imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

New Zealand (X cubic meters), Malaysia (X cubic meters) and Indonesia (X cubic meters) were the main suppliers of fibreboard imports to Japan, with a combined X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Indonesia (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, New Zealand ($X), Malaysia ($X) and Indonesia ($X) were the largest fibreboard suppliers to Japan, with a combined X% share of total imports.

Indonesia, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average fibreboard import price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2022, growing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per cubic meter), while the price for Australia ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (X%), 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 fibreboard in the world?

The country with the largest volume of fibreboard consumption was China, comprising approx. 45% of total volume. Moreover, fibreboard consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, eightfold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4% share.

What are the largest producers of fibreboard in the world?

China remains the largest fibreboard producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 45% of total volume. Moreover, fibreboard production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Germany, tenfold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of fibreboard to Japan?

In value terms, the largest fibreboard suppliers to Japan were New Zealand, Malaysia and China, together accounting for 83% of total imports. These countries were followed by Indonesia and South Korea, which together accounted for a further 13%.

What are the leading importers of fibreboard from Japan?

In value terms, the largest markets for fibreboard exported from Japan were China, Vietnam and the United States, together accounting for 93% of total exports.

What is the average export price for fibreboard in Japan?

In 2021, the average fibreboard export price amounted to $709 per cubic meter, declining by -2.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for fibreboard in Japan?

In 2021, the average fibreboard import price amounted to $540 per cubic meter, increasing by 5.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the fibreboard 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:

FCL 1647 - Hardboard
FCL 1648 - MDF/HDF
FCL 1650 - Other fibreboard

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