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Japan: Non-Alloy Steel U-Section Market 2025

Non-Alloy Steel U-Section Market Size in Japan

The Japanese non-alloy steel u-section market contracted to $X in 2022, which is down by -11.9% against the previous year. Overall, consumption continues to indicate a deep setback. Non-alloy steel u-section consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Non-Alloy Steel U-Section Production in Japan

In value terms, non-alloy steel u-section production fell to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a perceptible shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 21%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Non-Alloy Steel U-Section Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2022, exports of u-sections of non-alloy steel from Japan rose rapidly to X tons, with an increase of 11% against 2021. In general, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 17%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, non-alloy steel u-section exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated modest growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +58.5% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 31% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

South Korea (X tons) was the main destination for non-alloy steel u-section exports from Japan, with a 66% share of total exports. Moreover, non-alloy steel u-section exports to South Korea exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Vietnam (X tons), sixfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Malaysia (X tons), with a 9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to South Korea totaled +1.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Vietnam (+44.9% per year) and Malaysia (-0.1% per year).

In value terms, South Korea ($X) remains the key foreign market for u-sections of non-alloy steel exports from Japan, comprising 62% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Vietnam ($X), with an 11% share of total exports. It was followed by Malaysia, with an 8.9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to South Korea amounted to +3.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Vietnam (+43.1% per year) and Malaysia (+1.2% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average non-alloy steel u-section export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by 6.9% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated a modest expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, non-alloy steel u-section export price increased by +51.7% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 42%. The export price peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United States (+2.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Non-Alloy Steel U-Section Imports

Imports into Japan

For the third consecutive year, Japan recorded decline in overseas purchases of u-sections of non-alloy steel, which decreased by -77.6% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports faced a precipitous slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 148% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, non-alloy steel u-section imports contracted significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a sharp setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by 96%. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of non-alloy steel u-section to Japan, with a 79% share of total imports. Moreover, non-alloy steel u-section imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Vietnam (X tons), fourfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from China stood at -6.7%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of u-sections of non-alloy steel to Japan, comprising 79% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Vietnam ($X), with a 17% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China totaled -4.0%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average non-alloy steel u-section import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 19% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a measured expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, non-alloy steel u-section import price increased by +68.9% against 2020 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 42% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+2.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China remains the largest non-alloy steel u-section consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 26% of total volume. Moreover, non-alloy steel u-section consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 5.7% share.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of non-alloy steel u-section production, comprising approx. 28% of total volume. Moreover, non-alloy steel u-section production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 6.2% share.
In value terms, the United States, China and Taiwan Chinese) appeared to be the largest non-alloy steel u-section suppliers to Japan, with a combined 93% share of total imports.
In value terms, South Korea remains the key foreign market for non-alloy steel u-section exports from Japan, comprising 61% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Vietnam, with a 9.1% share of total exports. It was followed by Taiwan Chinese), with an 8% share.
In 2021, the average non-alloy steel u-section export price amounted to $753 per ton, with an increase of 42% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average non-alloy steel u-section import price amounted to $1,042 per ton, with an increase of 9.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the non-alloy steel u-section 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 24107110 - U-sections of a web height of .80 mm or more (of non-alloy steel)

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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. 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

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