Japan - Frozen Carcases of Pig Meat - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Frozen Pork Carcase Market Size in Japan
In 2022, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in the Japanese frozen pork carcase market, when its value increased by 5,345% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate buoyant growth. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Frozen Pork Carcase Production in Japan
In value terms, frozen pork carcase production shrank sharply to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production faced a dramatic curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume decreased by -2.3% against the previous year. Frozen pork carcase production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.
Frozen Pork Carcase Exports
Exports from Japan
In 2022, approx. X kg of frozen carcases of pig meat were exported from Japan; with a decrease of -98% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, exports showed a deep slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 855% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, frozen pork carcase exports declined remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 371%. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
Macao SAR (X kg) was the main destination for frozen pork carcase exports from Japan, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Macao SAR was relatively modest.
In value terms, Macao SAR ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for frozen carcases of pig meat exports from Japan.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Macao SAR was relatively modest.
Export Prices by Country
The average frozen pork carcase export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 464% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate resilient growth. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Macao SAR.
From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for France amounted to -7.0% per year.
Frozen Pork Carcase Imports
Imports into Japan
In 2022, the amount of frozen carcases of pig meat imported into Japan fell remarkably to X tons, shrinking by -28.1% against the previous year's figure. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a buoyant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 94%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, frozen pork carcase imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 70%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.
Imports by Country
In 2022, Spain (X tons) was the main supplier of frozen pork carcase to Japan, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Spain totaled +49.5%.
In value terms, Spain ($X) constituted the largest supplier of frozen carcases of pig meat to Japan.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Spain stood at +34.5%.
Import Prices by Country
The average frozen pork carcase import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 95% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a moderate expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.9% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, frozen pork carcase import price increased by +105.5% against 2019 indices. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Spain.
From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Brazil amounted to +0.1% per year.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen pork carcase 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 10113230 - Frozen carcases and half-carcases, of pig meat
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
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION, PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Yield And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Producing Animals Slaughtered, 2012–2024
- Yield, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
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