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Japan: Frozen Pork Cut Market 2024

Frozen Pork Cut Market Size in Japan

In 2022, the Japanese frozen pork cut market increased by 32% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Frozen pork cut consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Frozen Pork Cut Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2022, shipments abroad of frozen hams, shoulders and cuts of pig meat decreased by -27.6% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 259% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, frozen pork cut exports contracted sharply to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 175%. The exports peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Hong Kong SAR (X tons) was the main destination for frozen pork cut exports from Japan, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Hong Kong SAR totaled +14.2%.

In value terms, Hong Kong SAR ($X) also remains the key foreign market for frozen hams, shoulders and cuts of pig meat exports from Japan.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Hong Kong SAR stood at +10.3%.

Export Prices by Country

The average frozen pork cut export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, which is down by -14% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a noticeable descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 22%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, 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 Hong Kong SAR.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Hong Kong SAR amounted to -3.4% per year.

Frozen Pork Cut Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2022, purchases abroad of frozen hams, shoulders and cuts of pig meat increased by 41% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. Overall, total imports indicated tangible growth from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +65.5% against 2020 indices. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, frozen pork cut imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Mexico (X tons) constituted the largest frozen pork cut supplier to Japan, with a 59% share of total imports. Moreover, frozen pork cut imports from Mexico exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Canada (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Chile (X tons), with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Mexico amounted to +1.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Canada (+2.6% per year) and Chile (+7.2% per year).

In value terms, Mexico ($X) constituted the largest supplier of frozen hams, shoulders and cuts of pig meat to Japan, comprising 62% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Canada ($X), with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by Chile, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Mexico amounted to -1.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Canada (-2.5% per year) and Chile (+1.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average frozen pork cut import price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by -9.4% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a pronounced shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average import price increased by 8.9%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the countries with the highest prices were the United States ($X per ton) and Mexico ($X per ton), while the price for Spain ($X per ton) and Canada ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (-1.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for frozen hams, shoulders and cuts of pig meat in the world?

The country with the largest volume of frozen pork cut consumption was China, accounting for 59% of total volume. Moreover, frozen pork cut consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Germany, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Spain, with a 7% share.

What are the largest producers of frozen hams, shoulders and cuts of pig meat in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of frozen pork cut production in 2020 were Spain, Germany and the United States, with a combined 60% share of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of frozen hams, shoulders and cuts of pig meat to Japan?

In value terms, Mexico constituted the largest supplier of frozen pork cut to Japan, comprising 62% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada, with a 25% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of frozen hams, shoulders and cuts of pig meat from Japan?

In value terms, Hong Kong SAR remains the key foreign market for frozen pork cut exports from Japan.

What is the average export price for frozen hams, shoulders and cuts of pig meat in Japan?

The average frozen pork cut export price stood at $2,273 per ton in 2020, picking up by 3.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for frozen hams, shoulders and cuts of pig meat in Japan?

In 2020, the average frozen pork cut import price amounted to $3,364 per ton, jumping by 38% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen pork cut 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 10113250 - Frozen hams, shoulders and cuts with bone in, of pig meat

Country coverage:

Japan

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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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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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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
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Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
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Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION, PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD
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. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
24. Producing Animals Slaughtered, 2012–2023
25. Yield, 2012–2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023