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Japan: Baby Food Market 2024

Baby Food Market Size in Japan

The Japanese baby food market amounted to $X in 2021, surging by 7.2% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, recorded a pronounced contraction. Baby food consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Baby Food Production in Japan

In value terms, baby food production expanded significantly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a perceptible descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Baby Food Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2021, overseas shipments of food preparations for infants decreased by -2.8% to X tons for the first time since 2011, thus ending a nine-year rising trend. In general, exports, however, posted a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 91% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then reduced slightly in the following year.

In value terms, baby food exports contracted to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 107%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2020, and then shrank in the following year.

Exports by Country

Vietnam (X tons) was the main destination for baby food exports from Japan, accounting for a 66% share of total exports. Moreover, baby food exports to Vietnam exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), fivefold. Cambodia (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 7.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Vietnam totaled +49.7%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Taiwan (Chinese) (+52.2% per year) and Cambodia (+140.8% per year).

In value terms, Vietnam ($X) remains the key foreign market for food preparations for infants exports from Japan, comprising 70% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Hong Kong SAR ($X), with a 9.2% share of total exports. It was followed by Taiwan (Chinese), with a 9.1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Vietnam amounted to +49.8%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Hong Kong SAR (+11.1% per year) and Taiwan (Chinese) (+37.2% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average baby food export price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -2.7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 8.2%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2020, and then declined modestly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Pakistan (+1.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Baby Food Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2021, the amount of food preparations for infants imported into Japan plummeted to X tons, which is down by -64.8% against 2020. Over the period under review, imports saw a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 89% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, baby food imports fell remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, imports saw a abrupt decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 105%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X kg) constituted the largest supplier of baby food to Japan, accounting for a 75% share of total imports. Moreover, baby food imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Brazil (X kg), threefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States was relatively modest.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of food preparations for infants to Japan, comprising 89% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Brazil ($X), with an 11% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average baby food import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 119% against the previous year. Overall, the import price enjoyed a buoyant expansion. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Brazil totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (+4.3%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for food preparations for infants in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of baby food consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 29% share of global consumption. Nigeria, Japan, Russia, Pakistan, Brazil, Ireland, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Mexico and Ethiopia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 25%.

What are the largest producers of food preparations for infants in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of baby food production in 2020 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 26% share of global production. Ireland, Japan, the Netherlands, France, Russia, Pakistan, Brazil, Indonesia, Mexico and Bangladesh lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 29%.

What are the leading suppliers of food preparations for infants to Japan?

In value terms, Brazil constituted the largest supplier of baby food to Japan, comprising 91% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 9.5% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of food preparations for infants from Japan?

In value terms, Vietnam remains the key foreign market for baby food exports from Japan, comprising 67% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Taiwan Chinese), with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by Hong Kong SAR, with a 9% share.

What is the average export price for food preparations for infants in Japan?

In 2020, the average baby food export price amounted to $7,931 per ton, increasing by 7.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for food preparations for infants in Japan?

In 2020, the average baby food import price amounted to $6,703 per ton, picking up by 2.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the baby food 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 10861070 - Food preparations for infants, p.r.s. (excluding homogenised composite food preparations)

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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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