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Thailand: Laser Market 2025

Laser Market Size in Thailand

In 2021, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in the Thai laser market, when its value decreased by -13.6% to $X. In general, consumption, however, posted a significant expansion. Laser consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then shrank in the following year.

Laser Production in Thailand

In value terms, laser production expanded to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production continues to indicate significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the production volume increased by 379%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Laser Exports

Exports from Thailand

In 2021, approx. X units of lasers, other than laser diodes were exported from Thailand; increasing by 122% against the previous year's figure. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 311% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, laser exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, exports showed a mild expansion. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Canada (X units), Switzerland (X units) and Japan (X units) were the main destinations of laser exports from Thailand, with a combined 74% share of total exports. These countries were followed by South Africa, Germany, China, Hong Kong SAR and the United States, which together accounted for a further 19%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by South Africa (with a CAGR of +145.2%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Japan ($X) remains the key foreign market for laser exports from Thailand, comprising 78% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($X), with an 11% share of total exports. It was followed by Switzerland, with a 4.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Japan was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United States (+10.9% per year) and Switzerland (+99.9% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average laser export price stood at $X per unit in 2021, growing by 591% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw prominent growth. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Canada ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Oman (+223.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Laser Imports

Imports into Thailand

In 2021, after four years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas purchases of lasers, other than laser diodes, when their volume decreased by -92.1% to X units. In general, imports, however, enjoyed tangible growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 659% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X units, and then fell rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, laser imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, saw buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 77%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X units) constituted the largest laser supplier to Thailand, with a 47% share of total imports. Moreover, laser imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Japan (X units), twofold. Taiwan (Chinese) (X units) ranked third in terms of total imports with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from China amounted to +25.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Japan (-5.3% per year) and Taiwan (Chinese) (+25.3% per year).

In value terms, the largest laser suppliers to Thailand were China ($X), Japan ($X) and Germany ($X), together comprising 85% of total imports.

China, with a CAGR of +60.2%, saw 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

In 2021, the average laser import price amounted to $X per unit, increasing by 1,623% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a buoyant expansion. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per unit), while the price for Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+28.0%), 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 lasers, other than laser diodes in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of laser consumption, comprising approx. 30% of total volume. Moreover, laser consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by South Korea, with a 7.2% share.

What are the largest producers of lasers, other than laser diodes in the world?

Germany remains the largest laser producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 50% of total volume. Moreover, laser production in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Hong Kong SAR, with an 8.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of lasers, other than laser diodes to Thailand?

In value terms, China, Japan and Germany constituted the largest laser suppliers to Thailand, with a combined 85% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of lasers, other than laser diodes from Thailand?

In value terms, Japan remains the key foreign market for laser exports from Thailand, comprising 78% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 11% share of total exports. It was followed by Switzerland, with a 4.8% share.

What is the average export price for lasers, other than laser diodes in Thailand?

In 2021, the average laser export price amounted to $1,477 per unit, rising by 14% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lasers, other than laser diodes in Thailand?

The average laser import price stood at $449 per unit in 2021, rising by 218% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the laser market in Thailand. 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 26702330 - Lasers (excluding laser diodes, machines and appliances incorporating lasers)

Country coverage:

Thailand

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Thailand
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. 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