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Japan - Tarred, Bituminised or Asphalted Paper and Paperboard - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Japan: Asphalted Paper Market 2025

Asphalted Paper Market Size in Japan

The Japanese asphalted paper market dropped to $X in 2022, which is down by -6.5% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption showed a abrupt downturn. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Asphalted Paper Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2022, the amount of tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard exported from Japan shrank notably to X tons, falling by -16.2% on the year before. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate resilient growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 2,467%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2021, and then declined dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, asphalted paper exports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, posted significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 5,941%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Indonesia (X tons) was the main destination for asphalted paper exports from Japan, accounting for a 99% share of total exports. It was followed by Malaysia (X kg), with a 0.6% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Indonesia stood at +100.3%.

In value terms, Indonesia ($X) remains the key foreign market for tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard exports from Japan, comprising 100% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Malaysia ($X), with a 0.2% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Indonesia stood at +169.2%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average asphalted paper export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 38% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average export price increased by 135% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 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 Indonesia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Malaysia totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Indonesia (+34.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Asphalted Paper Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2022, approx. X tons of tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard were imported into Japan; reducing by -8.3% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, imports saw a abrupt slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 35%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, asphalted paper imports shrank slightly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 29% 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, Malaysia (X tons) was the main asphalted paper supplier to Japan, with a 97% share of total imports. It was followed by Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), with a 0.9% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Malaysia amounted to +7.8%.

In value terms, Malaysia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard to Japan, comprising 97% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Taiwan (Chinese) ($X), with a 0.7% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Malaysia amounted to +8.8%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average asphalted paper import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 5.1% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated strong growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +6.7% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, asphalted paper import price increased by +3.0% against 2019 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the average import price increased by 65%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Malaysia ($X per ton), while the price for Taiwan (Chinese) totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (+3.9%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard in the world?

The country with the largest volume of asphalted paper consumption was Canada, accounting for 57% of total volume. Moreover, asphalted paper consumption in Canada exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Italy, sixfold. Germany ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.7% share.

What are the largest producers of tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard in the world?

Canada constituted the country with the largest volume of asphalted paper production, accounting for 62% of total volume. Moreover, asphalted paper production in Canada exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Italy, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the Czech Republic, with a 9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard to Japan?

In value terms, Malaysia constituted the largest supplier of asphalted paper to Japan, comprising 96% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 3.7% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard from Japan?

In value terms, Indonesia remains the key foreign market for asphalted paper exports from Japan.

What is the average export price for tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard in Japan?

In 2021, the average asphalted paper export price amounted to $4,700 per ton, growing by 99% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard in Japan?

The average asphalted paper import price stood at $1,560 per ton in 2021, stabilizing at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the asphalted paper 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 17127710 - Tarred, bituminised or asphalted paper and paperboard in rolls or sheets

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

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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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 2012–2024
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. 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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024