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Global Photographic Flashbulb Market 2025

Photographic Flashbulb Market Size

The global photographic flashbulb market surged to $X in 2021, jumping by 28% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated a temperate increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, consumption decreased by -23.7% against 2019 indices. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2021, the growth of the global market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Photographic Flashbulb Production

In value terms, photographic flashbulb production rose modestly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when the production volume increased by 13%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2021, global production growth remained at a lower figure.

Photographic Flashbulb Exports

Exports

In 2021, approx. X units of photographic flashbulbs and flashcubes were exported worldwide; rising by 241% compared with the previous year. In general, exports recorded resilient growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, photographic flashbulb exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, exports recorded a resilient increase. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Hong Kong SAR represented the key exporting country with an export of around X units, which resulted at 70% of total exports. It was distantly followed by China (X units), generating a 28% share of total exports.

Hong Kong SAR was also the fastest-growing in terms of the photographic flashbulbs and flashcubes exports, with a CAGR of +19.8% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, China (+8.0%) displayed positive paces of growth. While the share of Hong Kong SAR (+35 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the global exports from 2012-2021, the share of China (-7 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, the largest photographic flashbulb supplying countries worldwide were Hong Kong SAR ($X) and China ($X).

Hong Kong SAR, with a CAGR of +35.9%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The average photographic flashbulb export price stood at $X per unit in 2021, falling by -12.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a slight slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 128%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per unit. From 2014 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per unit), while Hong Kong SAR totaled $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Hong Kong SAR (+13.5%).

Photographic Flashbulb Imports

Imports

In 2021, the amount of photographic flashbulbs and flashcubes imported worldwide surged to X units, picking up by 263% against the previous year. In general, imports showed a strong increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, photographic flashbulb imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate strong growth. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Hong Kong SAR (X units) represented the major importer of photographic flashbulbs and flashcubes, generating 65% of total imports. The United States (X units) held a 14% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Indonesia (11%). Germany (X units) held a relatively small share of total imports.

Imports into Hong Kong SAR increased at an average annual rate of +15.0% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Indonesia (+65.2%) and the United States (+36.0%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Indonesia emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the world, with a CAGR of +65.2% from 2012-2021. By contrast, Germany (-3.8%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Hong Kong SAR (+28 p.p.), the United States (+12 p.p.) and Indonesia (+11 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the global imports from 2012-2021, the share of Germany (-3.9 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, Hong Kong SAR ($X), the United States ($X) and Germany ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, with a combined 72% share of global imports. Indonesia lagged somewhat behind, comprising a further 0.4%.

Indonesia, with a CAGR of +30.0%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average photographic flashbulb import price stood at $X per unit in 2021, reducing by -41% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a mild setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 92% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per unit. From 2018 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per unit), while Indonesia ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+4.8%), while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of photographic flashbulb consumption was Indonesia, comprising approx. 66% of total volume. Moreover, photographic flashbulb consumption in Indonesia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Singapore, with a 6% share.
Indonesia constituted the country with the largest volume of photographic flashbulb production, accounting for 64% of total volume. Moreover, photographic flashbulb production in Indonesia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, threefold. Singapore ranked third in terms of total production with a 5.9% share.
In value terms, China remains the largest photographic flashbulb supplier worldwide, comprising 49% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Hong Kong SAR, with a 24% share of global exports.
In value terms, the largest photographic flashbulb importing markets worldwide were the United States, Hong Kong SAR and Thailand, together comprising 69% of global imports. These countries were followed by Germany, Lao People's Democratic Republic and Denmark, which together accounted for a further 2.4%.
The average photographic flashbulb export price stood at $3.6 per unit in 2020, declining by -21.3% against the previous year.
In 2020, the average photographic flashbulb import price amounted to $6.4 per unit, reducing by -20.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global photographic flashbulb market. 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 27403100 - Photographic flashbulbs, flashcubes and the like

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

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

  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    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

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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