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Japan: Silk-Worm Cocoons Market 2025

Silk-Worm Cocoons Market Size in Japan

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was growth in the Japanese silk-worm cocoons market, when its value increased by 0.3% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a deep downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 8.1%. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Silk-Worm Cocoons Production in Japan

In value terms, silk-worm cocoons production shrank to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate a perceptible contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by 45%. Silk-worm cocoons production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

In 2022, the average yield of silk-worm cocoons (reelable) in Japan was estimated at less than X kg per ha, flattening at the previous year's figure. Overall, the yield continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2022, the total area harvested in terms of silk-worm cocoons (reelable) production in Japan amounted to less than X ha, almost unchanged from 2021. Over the period under review, the harvested area saw a relatively flat trend pattern.

Silk-Worm Cocoons Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of silk-worm cocoons (reelable), when their volume decreased by -51.5% to X kg. Over the period under review, exports saw a abrupt decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 1,112% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, silk-worm cocoons exports declined slightly to $X in 2022. In general, exports saw a noticeable shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 1,156%. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The United States (X kg) was the main destination for silk-worm cocoons exports from Japan, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States totaled +18.9%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) also remains the key foreign market for silk-worm cocoons (reelable) exports from Japan.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the United States totaled +31.4%.

Export Prices by Country

The average silk-worm cocoons export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by 97% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a resilient increase. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to +28.0% per year.

Silk-Worm Cocoons Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2022, overseas purchases of silk-worm cocoons (reelable) decreased by -16.7% to X tons, falling for the fifth year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports saw a abrupt descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 33%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, silk-worm cocoons imports contracted modestly to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a deep slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 78% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) was the main supplier of silk-worm cocoons to Japan, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China amounted to -5.1%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of silk-worm cocoons (reelable) to Japan.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from China was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average silk-worm cocoons import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a resilient expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +6.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, silk-worm cocoons import price increased by +36.3% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 73%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2022 and is expected to retain 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 +5.5% per year.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for silk-worm cocoons (reelable) in the world?

China remains the largest silk-worm cocoons consuming country worldwide, accounting for 59% of total volume. Moreover, silk-worm cocoons consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. Uzbekistan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 3.1% share.

What are the largest producers of silk-worm cocoons (reelable) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of silk-worm cocoons production in 2021 were China, India and Uzbekistan, with a combined 91% share of global production. These countries were followed by Romania, Vietnam and Thailand, which together accounted for a further 5.5%. Moreover, silk-worm cocoons production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the world's second-largest producer, India, twofold.

What are the leading suppliers of silk-worm cocoons (reelable) to Japan?

In value terms, Vietnam constituted the largest supplier of silk-worm cocoons to Japan, comprising 71% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 24% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of silk-worm cocoons (reelable) from Japan?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for silk-worm cocoons exports from Japan, comprising 67% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Philippines, with a 23% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for silk-worm cocoons (reelable) in Japan?

The average silk-worm cocoons export price stood at $21,302 per ton in 2021, declining by -60.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for silk-worm cocoons (reelable) in Japan?

In 2021, the average silk-worm cocoons import price amounted to $9,794 per ton, with a decrease of -59.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the silk-worm cocoons 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 1185 - Cocoons, reelable

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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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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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
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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. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
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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, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
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. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024