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Japan: Market for Zinc Ores And Concentrates 2024

Market Size for Zinc Ores And Concentrates in Japan

In 2021, the Japanese zinc ores and concentrates market increased by 69% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports of Zinc Ores And Concentrates

Exports from Japan

In 2021, after five years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of zinc ores and concentrates, when their volume decreased by -63.3% to X tons. In general, exports, however, enjoyed a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 359%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then plummeted in the following year.

In value terms, zinc ores and concentrates exports contracted dramatically to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports recorded a deep downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when exports increased by 147% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Thailand (X tons) and Vietnam (X tons) were the main destinations of zinc ores and concentrates exports from Japan.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Thailand (with a CAGR of +112.7%).

In value terms, Vietnam ($X) remains the key foreign market for zinc ores and concentrates exports from Japan, comprising 64% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Thailand ($X), with a 29% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Vietnam stood at -2.7%.

Export Prices by Country

The average zinc ores and concentrates export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, reducing by -4.7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a dramatic curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the average export price increased by 100%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Vietnam ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Thailand amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to South Korea (+16.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Zinc Ores And Concentrates

Imports into Japan

In 2021, overseas purchases of zinc ores and concentrates were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, zinc ores and concentrates imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, total imports indicated a prominent increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.0% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Bolivia (X tons), Peru (X tons) and Australia (X tons) were the main suppliers of zinc ores and concentrates imports to Japan, together accounting for 74% of total imports. The United States and Mexico lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 25%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Mexico (with a CAGR of +5.1%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest zinc ores and concentrates suppliers to Japan were Bolivia ($X), Peru ($X) and Australia ($X), with a combined 73% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Mexico and the United States, which together accounted for a further 26%.

Mexico, with a CAGR of +13.8%, recorded the highest growth rate of 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 zinc ores and concentrates import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 54% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated buoyant growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.3% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 56%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure in 2021 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the highest price was recorded for prices from Bolivia ($X per ton) and Mexico ($X per ton), while the price for Australia ($X per ton) and Peru ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico (+8.3%), 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 zinc ores and concentrates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, China and South Korea, with a combined 46% share of global consumption. Australia, Japan, Kazakhstan, Ireland, Mexico, Spain, Belgium, Canada, Finland and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 32%.

What are the largest producers of zinc ores and concentrates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were India, Australia and Peru, together comprising 50% of global production. These countries were followed by the United States, Turkey, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Ireland, Bolivia, Sweden, Portugal, Russia and South Africa, which together accounted for a further 35%.

What are the leading suppliers of zinc ores and concentrates to Japan?

In value terms, Bolivia, Peru and Australia were the largest zinc ores and concentrates suppliers to Japan, with a combined 72% share of total imports. Mexico and the United States lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 25%.

What are the leading importers of zinc ores and concentrates from Japan?

In value terms, South Korea emerged as the key foreign market for zinc ores and concentrates exports from Japan, comprising 84% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Thailand, with a 9.5% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for zinc ores and concentrates in Japan?

The average zinc ores and concentrates export price stood at $340 per ton in 2021, waning by -19.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for zinc ores and concentrates in Japan?

The average zinc ores and concentrates import price stood at $1,151 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 54% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for zinc ores and concentrates 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.

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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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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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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
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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 2012–2023
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