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Japan - Sulphur (Sublimed or Precipitated) and Colloidal Sulphur - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Japan: Sulphur Market 2024

Sulphur Market Size in Japan

The Japanese sulphur market fell to $X in 2021, which is down by -7% against the previous year. In general, consumption continues to indicate a pronounced contraction. Sulphur consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Sulphur Production in Japan

In value terms, sulphur production reduced to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a noticeable decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the production volume increased by 16% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Sulphur Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2021, shipments abroad of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur was finally on the rise to reach X tons after four years of decline. In general, exports, however, saw a abrupt setback. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sulphur exports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a abrupt downturn. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Indonesia (X tons), China (X tons) and Thailand (X tons) were the main destinations of sulphur exports from Japan, with a combined 71% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by China (with a CAGR of +2.1%), while the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Indonesia ($X), China ($X) and Thailand ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for sulphur exported from Japan worldwide, with a combined 75% share of total exports.

Thailand, with a CAGR of +0.1%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

The average sulphur export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 15% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.5%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average export price increased by 28%. The export price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Thailand (+5.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Sulphur Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2021, supplies from abroad of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur was finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Overall, imports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, sulphur imports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, South Korea (X tons) was the main sulphur supplier to Japan, accounting for a 92% share of total imports. Moreover, sulphur imports from South Korea exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from South Korea amounted to -1.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (0.0% per year) and France (-7.2% per year).

In value terms, South Korea ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur to Japan, comprising 76% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 13% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from South Korea stood at -1.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (0.0% per year) and France (-8.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average sulphur import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 17% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the price for South Korea ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (+0.0%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur in the world?

China remains the largest sulphur consuming country worldwide, accounting for 27% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The U.S. ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.2% share.

What are the largest producers of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur in the world?

The country with the largest volume of sulphur production was China, comprising approx. 27% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, twofold. The U.S. ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur to Japan?

In value terms, South Korea constituted the largest supplier of sulphur to Japan, comprising 86% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by France, with a 13% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur from Japan?

In value terms, the largest markets for sulphur exported from Japan were China, Thailand and South Korea, together comprising 72% of total exports.

What is the average export price for sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur in Japan?

The average sulphur export price stood at $1,823 per ton in 2020, reducing by -4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur in Japan?

The average sulphur import price stood at $552 per ton in 2020, declining by -7.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphur 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 20132120 - Sulphur, sublimed or precipitated, colloidal sulphur

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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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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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