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Japan: Quicklime Market 2024

Quicklime Market Size in Japan

The Japanese quicklime market shrank modestly to $X in 2022, almost unchanged from the previous year. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a abrupt curtailment. Quicklime consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Quicklime Production in Japan

In value terms, quicklime production reduced slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production continues to indicate a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the production volume increased by 20%. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Quicklime Exports

Exports from Japan

After three years of decline, overseas shipments of quicklime increased by 54% to X tons in 2022. Overall, exports posted a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 227% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, quicklime exports surged to $X in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 47%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

South Korea (X tons) was the main destination for quicklime exports from Japan, with a 78% share of total exports. Moreover, quicklime exports to South Korea exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, China (X tons), more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Thailand (X tons), with a 2.9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to South Korea stood at +15.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: China (+3.6% per year) and Thailand (-5.0% per year).

In value terms, South Korea ($X) remains the key foreign market for quicklime exports from Japan, comprising 49% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 23% share of total exports. It was followed by Thailand, with a 6.7% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to South Korea amounted to +6.8%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: China (+6.6% per year) and Thailand (-8.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average quicklime export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -16.8% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a abrupt curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 40%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to South Korea ($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 Mexico (+11.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Quicklime Imports

Imports into Japan

Quicklime imports into Japan dropped dramatically to X tons in 2022, falling by -99.1% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports recorded a dramatic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 69%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, quicklime imports shrank notably to $X in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a precipitous decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 72% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) was the main supplier of quicklime to Japan, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from China totaled -35.1%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of quicklime to Japan.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China amounted to -24.8%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average quicklime import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 421% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a strong expansion. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +15.9% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for quicklime in the world?

China remains the largest quicklime consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 22% of total volume. Moreover, quicklime consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with a 4.8% share.

What are the largest producers of quicklime in the world?

The country with the largest volume of quicklime production was China, accounting for 22% of total volume. Moreover, quicklime production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with a 4.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of quicklime to Japan?

In value terms, the largest quicklime suppliers to Japan were Thailand and China.

What are the leading importers of quicklime from Japan?

In value terms, the largest markets for quicklime exported from Japan were South Korea, China and Thailand, with a combined 74% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Mexico, Taiwan Chinese), Indonesia and Malaysia, which together accounted for a further 21%.

What is the average export price for quicklime in Japan?

In 2021, the average quicklime export price amounted to $150 per ton, growing by 12% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for quicklime in Japan?

In 2021, the average quicklime import price amounted to $151 per ton, surging by 37% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the quicklime 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 23521033 - Quicklime

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

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