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Japan: Crude Palm Oil Market 2025

Crude Palm Oil Market Size in Japan

The Japanese crude palm oil market surged to $X in 2022, growing by 70% 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). Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a significant decline. Crude palm oil consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Crude Palm Oil Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2014, approx. X tons of crude palm oil were exported from Japan; with an increase of 157% on the previous year. Overall, exports enjoyed a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 571% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2014 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, crude palm oil exports soared to $X in 2014. Over the period under review, exports saw significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 223% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2014 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Mozambique (X tons) was the main destination for crude palm oil exports from Japan, with a approx. 99.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2014, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Mozambique was relatively modest.

In value terms, Mozambique ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for crude palm oil exports from Japan.

From 2012 to 2014, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Mozambique was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2014, the average crude palm oil export price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -8.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a dramatic contraction. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2014, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2014, the rate of growth in terms of prices for South Korea amounted to -13.0% per year.

Crude Palm Oil Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2022, approx. X tons of crude palm oil were imported into Japan; picking up by 30% compared with 2021 figures. Overall, imports, however, faced a sharp reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 688%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, crude palm oil imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, showed a significant decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of 450% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Malaysia (X tons) was the main supplier of crude palm oil to Japan, with a approx. 99.9% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Malaysia amounted to -24.7%.

In value terms, Malaysia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of crude palm oil to Japan.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Malaysia totaled -21.9%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average crude palm oil import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 43% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a measured expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 54%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Malaysia.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Malaysia amounted to +3.6% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for crude palm oil in the world?

The country with the largest volume of crude palm oil consumption was Indonesia, accounting for 50% of total volume. Moreover, crude palm oil consumption in Indonesia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Malaysia, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 9.9% share.

What are the largest producers of crude palm oil in the world?

Indonesia remains the largest crude palm oil producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 58% of total volume. Moreover, crude palm oil production in Indonesia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Malaysia, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Thailand, with a 4.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of crude palm oil to Japan?

In value terms, Malaysia constituted the largest supplier of crude palm oil to Japan.

What are the leading importers of crude palm oil from Japan?

In value terms, Germany emerged as the key foreign market for crude palm oil exports from Japan, comprising 99% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada $222), with a 0.9% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for crude palm oil in Japan?

The average crude palm oil export price stood at $1,561 per ton in 2021, remaining stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for crude palm oil in Japan?

The average crude palm oil import price stood at $1,001 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 40% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the crude palm oil 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:

FCL 257 - Oil of palm

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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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024