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Japan: Skim Milk Market 2025

Skim Milk Market Size in Japan

After two years of growth, the Japanese skim milk market decreased by -6.4% to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X, and then declined in the following year.

Skim Milk Production in Japan

In value terms, skim milk production reduced to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production recorded a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the production volume increased by 605% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Skim Milk Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2021, after seven years of growth, there was decline in overseas shipments of skim milk, when their volume decreased by -1.4% to X tons. In general, exports, however, posted a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 432%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

In value terms, skim milk exports reduced slightly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when exports increased by 457%. The exports peaked at $X in 2020, and then declined modestly in the following year.

Exports by Country

Hong Kong SAR (X tons) was the main destination for skim milk exports from Japan, with a approx. 99.9% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Hong Kong SAR stood at +84.5%.

In value terms, Hong Kong SAR ($X) also remains the key foreign market for skim milk exports from Japan.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Hong Kong SAR amounted to +54.3%.

Export Prices by Country

The average skim milk export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, shrinking by -1.9% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a deep slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 4.6%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Vietnam amounted to +52.5% per year.

Skim Milk Imports

Imports into Japan

After four years of decline, purchases abroad of skim milk increased by 19% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 1,195% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, skim milk imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a pronounced decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when imports increased by 722%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Brazil (X tons), Thailand (X kg) and Kenya (X kg) were the main suppliers of skim milk imports to Japan, with a combined 69% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Thailand (with a CAGR of +111.5%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Thailand ($X), Brazil ($X) and Kenya ($X) were the largest skim milk suppliers to Japan, with a combined 60% share of total imports.

Thailand, with a CAGR of +125.4%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average skim milk import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 3.3% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a pronounced contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of 57%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: 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 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Thailand (+10.6%), 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 skim milk in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of skim milk consumption in 2021 were the United States, Germany and France, together comprising 29% of global consumption. These countries were followed by New Zealand, Russia, Turkey, Ireland, Iran, the Netherlands, Poland, India, Belgium and Canada, which together accounted for a further 36%.

What are the largest producers of skim milk in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of skim milk production in 2021 were the United States, Germany and France, with a combined 29% share of global production. New Zealand, Russia, Turkey, Ireland, Iran, the Netherlands, Poland, India, Canada and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 36%.

What are the leading suppliers of skim milk to Japan?

In value terms, Singapore constituted the largest supplier of skim milk to Japan, comprising 90% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 10% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of skim milk from Japan?

In value terms, Singapore, Hong Kong SAR and Micronesia constituted the largest markets for skim milk exported from Japan worldwide, with a combined 92% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for skim milk in Japan?

The average skim milk export price stood at $1,850 per ton in 2021, reducing by -1.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for skim milk in Japan?

The average skim milk import price stood at $1,621 per ton in 2021, picking up by 6.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the skim milk 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 888 - Skim Milk of Cows

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. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. 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, PRODUCING ANIMALS 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. Producing Animals Slaughtered, 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