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Japan: Plastic Packaging Market 2024

Plastic Packaging Market Size in Japan

The Japanese plastic packaging market fell modestly to $X in 2022, leveling off at the previous year. In general, consumption recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Plastic packaging consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Plastic Packaging Production in Japan

In value terms, plastic packaging production dropped modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Plastic Packaging Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2022, the amount of plastic packaging exported from Japan shrank to X tons, waning by X% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, exports saw a slight downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, plastic packaging exports contracted dramatically to $X in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a perceptible decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

China (X tons), the United States (X tons) and Vietnam (X tons) were the main destinations of plastic packaging exports from Japan, with a combined X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Vietnam (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for plastic packaging exported from Japan were China ($X), the United States ($X) and Vietnam ($X), together accounting for X% of total exports.

Vietnam, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average plastic packaging export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, waning by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 an increase of X%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then declined in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Indonesia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Hong Kong SAR (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Plastic Packaging Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2022, overseas purchases of plastic packaging were finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, plastic packaging imports totaled $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Vietnam (X tons) and Indonesia (X tons) were the main suppliers of plastic packaging imports to Japan, together comprising X% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Vietnam (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of plastic packaging to Japan, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Vietnam ($X), with an X% share of total imports. It was followed by Thailand, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Vietnam (X% per year) and Thailand (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average plastic packaging import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($X per ton), while the price for the Philippines ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Philippines (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 plastic packaging in the world?

The country with the largest volume of plastic packaging consumption was Russia, accounting for 30% of total volume. Moreover, plastic packaging consumption in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.1% share.

What are the largest producers of plastic packaging in the world?

Russia remains the largest plastic packaging producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 30% of total volume. Moreover, plastic packaging production in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 5.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of plastic packaging to Japan?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of plastic packaging to Japan, comprising 37% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Vietnam, with a 15% share of total imports. It was followed by Thailand, with an 11% share.

What are the leading importers of plastic packaging from Japan?

In value terms, China, the United States and South Korea were the largest markets for plastic packaging exported from Japan worldwide, with a combined 33% share of total exports. Singapore, Vietnam, Taiwan Chinese), Thailand, France, the Philippines, Malaysia, Hong Kong SAR and Indonesia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 31%.

What is the average export price for plastic packaging in Japan?

In 2021, the average plastic packaging export price amounted to $6,111 per ton, falling by -3.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for plastic packaging in Japan?

The average plastic packaging import price stood at $2,918 per ton in 2021, growing by 1.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the plastic packaging 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 22221300 - Plastic boxes, cases, crates and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods
Prodcom 22221100 - Sacks and bags of polymers of ethylene (including cones)
Prodcom 22221200 - Plastic sacks and bags (including cones) (excluding of polymers of ethylene)
Prodcom 22221450 - Plastic carboys, bottles, flasks and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of a capacity . 2 litres
Prodcom 22221470 - Plastic carboys, bottles, flasks and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of a capacity > 2 litres

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

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