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Global Photographic Film Market 2025

Photographic Film Market Size

The global photographic film market amounted to $X in 2021, increasing by 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a deep downturn. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Photographic Film Production

In value terms, photographic film production rose remarkably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, saw a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the production volume increased by 36% against the previous year. Global production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Photographic Film Exports

Exports

In 2021, the amount of photographic plates and film, photographic paper, paperboard and textiles and instant print film, sensitized, unexposed exported worldwide rose remarkably to X square meters, surging by 14% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, exports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, photographic film exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports, however, saw a perceptible curtailment. The global exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X square meters), the United States (X square meters), Japan (X square meters) and Belgium (X square meters) represented roughly 70% of total exports in 2021. The Netherlands (X square meters) held a 6.5% share (based on physical terms) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by Germany (6.1%) and Malaysia (4.8%).

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by China (with a CAGR of +9.1%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest photographic film supplying countries worldwide were Japan ($X), the United States ($X) and China ($X), together accounting for 55% of global exports. Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands and Malaysia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 33%.

In terms of the main exporting countries, Malaysia, with a CAGR of +4.3%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average photographic film export price stood at $X per square meter in 2021, surging by 3.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate a perceptible reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 4.3%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per square meter. From 2014 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per square meter), while Malaysia ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Malaysia (+4.4%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Photographic Film Imports

Imports

In 2021, supplies from abroad of photographic plates and film, photographic paper, paperboard and textiles and instant print film, sensitized, unexposed was finally on the rise to reach X square meters for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Global imports peaked at X square meters in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, photographic film imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, showed a pronounced downturn. Global imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X square meters) and the United States (X square meters) were the main importers of photographic plates and film, photographic paper, paperboard and textiles and instant print film, sensitized, unexposedacross the globe, together creating 38% of total imports. South Korea (X square meters) ranks next in terms of the total imports with a 9.3% share, followed by Taiwan (Chinese) (6.8%). The following importers - Belgium (X square meters), Thailand (X square meters), Germany (X square meters), Turkey (X square meters), Japan (X square meters), Italy (X square meters), Vietnam (X square meters), Spain (X square meters) and the UK (X square meters) - together made up 21% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Thailand (with a CAGR of +14.0%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest photographic film importing markets worldwide were China ($X), the United States ($X) and Taiwan (Chinese) ($X), together comprising 35% of global imports.

In terms of the main importing countries, Taiwan (Chinese), with a CAGR of +4.0%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, 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 film import price stood at $X per square meter in 2021, rising by 1.9% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a noticeable decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average import price increased by 5.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per square meter in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per square meter), while Thailand ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+5.1%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of photographic film consumption was China, accounting for 24% of total volume. Moreover, photographic film consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. Taiwan Chinese) ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.9% share.
The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Japan and Belgium, with a combined 54% share of global production. Germany, the Netherlands, Malaysia, Russia, the United States, Mexico, France and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 35%.
In value terms, the largest photographic film supplying countries worldwide were Japan, China and Germany, with a combined 53% share of global exports. These countries were followed by Belgium, the Netherlands, Malaysia and South Korea, which together accounted for a further 23%.
In value terms, the largest photographic film importing markets worldwide were China, the United States and Taiwan Chinese), with a combined 35% share of global imports.
In 2021, the average photographic film export price amounted to $4.1 per square meter, standing approx. at the previous year.
In 2021, the average photographic film import price amounted to $3.5 per square meter, rising by 2.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global photographic film 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 20591130 - Photographic plates and film in the flat, sensitised and unexposed, of any material, instant print film in the flat, s ensitised and unexposed (excluding paper, paperboard or textiles)
  • Prodcom 20591150 - Photographic film in rolls, sensitised, unexposed of any material, instant print film in rolls sensitised and unexposed (excluding paper, paperboard or textiles)
  • Prodcom 20591170 - Photographic paper, paperboard and textiles, sensitised and unexposed

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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