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Japan: Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Market 2024

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Market Size in Japan

The Japanese semi-chemical wood pulp market dropped to $X in 2022, falling by -10.9% against the previous year. In general, consumption faced a deep reduction. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Production in Japan

In value terms, semi-chemical wood pulp production expanded remarkably to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production showed a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the production volume increased by 32%. Semi-chemical wood pulp production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2022, the amount of semi-chemical wood pulp exported from Japan fell notably to X tons, declining by -69.7% against the previous year. Overall, exports showed a precipitous slump. The smallest decline of -22.1% was in 2013. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, semi-chemical wood pulp exports reduced rapidly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a precipitous curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Vietnam (X tons) was the main destination for semi-chemical wood pulp exports from Japan, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Vietnam totaled -47.6%.

In value terms, Vietnam ($X) also remains the key foreign market for semi-chemical wood pulp exports from Japan.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Vietnam amounted to -44.4%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average semi-chemical wood pulp export price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -15.4% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a deep reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average export price increased by 45%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Vietnam amounted to +6.2% per year.

Semi-Chemical Wood Pulp Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2022, the amount of semi-chemical wood pulp imported into Japan reduced markedly to X tons, falling by -22.9% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports showed a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 59%. 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, semi-chemical wood pulp imports contracted to $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 80% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Canada (X tons) constituted the largest semi-chemical wood pulp supplier to Japan, with a 81% share of total imports. Moreover, semi-chemical wood pulp imports from Canada exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, New Zealand (X tons), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Canada amounted to -10.4%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: New Zealand (+14.8% per year) and Sweden (-33.3% per year).

In value terms, Canada ($X) constituted the largest supplier of semi-chemical wood pulp to Japan, comprising 85% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by New Zealand ($X), with a 12% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Canada amounted to -7.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: New Zealand (+13.1% per year) and Sweden (-31.5% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average semi-chemical wood pulp import price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 19% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.6%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average import price increased by 20% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the price for New Zealand ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+3.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for semi-chemical wood pulp in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of semi-chemical wood pulp consumption in 2021 were China, the United States and Canada, together comprising 62% of global consumption. Russia, India, Egypt, Indonesia, South Korea, Finland, Sweden and South Africa lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 22%.

What are the largest producers of semi-chemical wood pulp in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of semi-chemical wood pulp production in 2021 were the United States, Canada and China, together accounting for 65% of global production. These countries were followed by Russia, Finland, New Zealand, Indonesia, Norway, Sweden, Estonia and South Africa, which together accounted for a further 24%.

What are the leading suppliers of semi-chemical wood pulp to Japan?

In value terms, Canada constituted the largest supplier of semi-chemical wood pulp to Japan, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Sweden, with a 13% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of semi-chemical wood pulp from Japan?

In value terms, Vietnam remains the key foreign market for semi-chemical wood pulp exports from Japan, comprising 53% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Taiwan Chinese), with a 22% share of total exports. It was followed by China, with a 10% share.

What is the average export price for semi-chemical wood pulp in Japan?

The average semi-chemical wood pulp export price stood at $718 per ton in 2021, dropping by -2.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for semi-chemical wood pulp in Japan?

In 2021, the average semi-chemical wood pulp import price amounted to $637 per ton, rising by 13% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the semi-chemical wood pulp 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 1655 - Semi-chemical wood pulp

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

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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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