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Japan: Lead Ore Market 2022

Lead Ore Market Size in Japan

The Japanese lead ore market soared to $X in 2021, with an increase of 88% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Lead ore consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Lead Ore Exports

Exports from Japan

After four years of decline, overseas shipments of lead ores increased by 223% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, exports recorded strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 2,256% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, lead ore exports surged to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, saw a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 872%. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Lao People's Democratic Republic (X tons) was the main destination for lead ore exports from Japan, accounting for a 78% share of total exports. Moreover, lead ore exports to Lao People's Democratic Republic exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, China (X tons), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Lao People's Democratic Republic was relatively modest.

In value terms, China ($X) remains the key foreign market for lead ore exports from Japan, comprising 92% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Lao People's Democratic Republic ($X), with an 8% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to China totaled -7.3%.

Export Prices by Country

The average lead ore export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -62.2% against the previous year. Overall, the export price faced a dramatic setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the average export price increased by 135%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Lao People's Democratic Republic amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Belgium (+67.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Lead Ore Imports

Imports into Japan

Lead ore imports into Japan soared to X tons in 2021, rising by 41% on 2020. In general, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, lead ore imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a slight decline. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The United States (X tons), Australia (X tons) and Mexico (X tons) were the main suppliers of lead ore imports to Japan, with a combined 77% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Mexico (with a CAGR of +26.7%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Mexico ($X), Australia ($X) and the United States ($X) were the largest lead ore suppliers to Japan, together accounting for 77% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Mexico, with a CAGR of +38.0%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average lead ore import price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 54% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, saw a slight decrease. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (+8.9%), 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 lead ore in the world?

Kazakhstan remains the largest lead ore consuming country worldwide, accounting for 54% of total volume. Moreover, lead ore consumption in Kazakhstan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Guatemala, with an 8.8% share.

What are the largest producers of lead ore in the world?

Kazakhstan remains the largest lead ore producing country worldwide, accounting for 50% of total volume. Moreover, lead ore production in Kazakhstan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Guatemala, fourfold. Mexico ranked third in terms of total production with a 5.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of lead ore to Japan?

In value terms, Mexico, Australia and the United States were the largest lead ore suppliers to Japan, together comprising 74% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of lead ore from Japan?

In value terms, China remains the key foreign market for lead ore exports from Japan.

What is the average export price for lead ore in Japan?

The average lead ore export price stood at $382 per ton in 2021, remaining constant against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lead ore in Japan?

The average lead ore import price stood at $2,856 per ton in 2021, increasing by 29% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lead ore 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.

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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