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Japan: Market for Manganese Ores and Concentrates 2024

Market Size for Manganese Ores and Concentrates in Japan

In 2022, the Japanese manganese ore and concentrate market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, consumption recorded a slight setback. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Manganese Ores and Concentrates

Exports from Japan

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of manganese ores and concentrates, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports showed a significant decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, manganese ore and concentrate exports rose modestly to $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for manganese ore and concentrate exports from Japan, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2014 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to China totaled X%.

In value terms, China ($X) also remains the key foreign market for manganese ores and concentrates exports from Japan.

From 2014 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to China totaled X%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average manganese ore and concentrate export price amounted to $X per ton, surging by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a prominent expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of X%. The export price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for China.

From 2014 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to X% per year.

Imports of Manganese Ores and Concentrates

Imports into Japan

In 2022, the amount of manganese ores and concentrates imported into Japan shrank modestly to X tons, remaining constant against 2021 figures. Over the period under review, imports showed a noticeable reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, manganese ore and concentrate imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a slight contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, South Africa (X tons) constituted the largest manganese ore and concentrate supplier to Japan, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, manganese ore and concentrate imports from South Africa exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Australia (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from South Africa amounted to X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Australia (X% per year) and Gabon (X% per year).

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constituted the largest supplier of manganese ores and concentrates to Japan, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Australia ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from South Africa was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Australia (X% per year) and Gabon (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average manganese ore and concentrate import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by X% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated mild growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, manganese ore and concentrate import price increased by X% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Gabon ($X per ton), while the price for Australia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa (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 manganese ores and concentrates in the world?

The country with the largest volume of manganese ore and concentrate consumption was China, accounting for 62% of total volume. Moreover, manganese ore and concentrate consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Ghana, with a 4.8% share.

What are the largest producers of manganese ores and concentrates in the world?

South Africa constituted the country with the largest volume of manganese ore and concentrate production, comprising approx. 33% of total volume. Moreover, manganese ore and concentrate production in South Africa exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Australia, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Gabon, with an 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of manganese ores and concentrates to Japan?

In value terms, South Africa constituted the largest supplier of manganese ore and concentrate to Japan, comprising 67% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Australia, with a 25% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for manganese ores and concentrates in Japan?

In 2020, the average manganese ore and concentrate export price amounted to $1,917 per ton, with an increase of 1,048% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for manganese ores and concentrates in Japan?

The average manganese ore and concentrate import price stood at $204 per ton in 2020, waning by -32.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for manganese ore and concentrate 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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Market volume and value
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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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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