Japan - Waste Cork, Crushed, Granulated Or Ground Cork - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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View PricingJapan's Import of Cork Surges by 29% to Reach $3.9 Million in 2023
Japan Waste Cork Imports
In 2023, overseas purchases of waste cork, crushed, granulated or ground cork increased by 4.8% to 795 tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. In general, imports, however, saw a mild slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 55% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at 1.2K tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, imports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, waste cork imports skyrocketed to $3.9M (IndexBox estimates) in 2023. Overall, total imports indicated measured growth from 2013 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, imports increased by +51.5% against 2021 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 34% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2023 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
| COUNTRY | Import Value of Waste Cork in Japan (million USD) | ||||||||||
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| 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
| Portugal | 2.5 | 2.9 | 1.8 | 1.8 | 1.9 | 2.5 | 3.4 | 2.5 | 2.3 | 2.7 | 3.5 |
| China | 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.3 |
| Italy | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.1 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Others | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 | N/A |
| Total | 2.6 | 3.1 | 1.9 | 2.3 | 2.2 | 3.0 | 3.7 | 2.7 | 2.5 | 3.0 | 3.9 |
Imports by Country
In 2023, Portugal (744 tons) was the main supplier of waste cork to Japan, accounting for a 93% share of total imports. Moreover, waste cork imports from Portugal exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (52 tons), more than tenfold.
From 2013 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Portugal stood at -1.7%.
In value terms, Portugal ($3.5M) constituted the largest supplier of waste cork, crushed, granulated or ground cork to Japan, comprising 92% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($322K), with an 8.4% share of total imports.
From 2013 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value from Portugal amounted to +3.5%.
Import Prices by Country
In 2023, the waste cork price amounted to $4,841 per ton (CIF, Japan), increasing by 23% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a remarkable increase. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($6,207 per ton), while the price for Portugal amounted to $4,746 per ton.
From 2013 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+7.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the waste cork 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 16292130 - Waste cork, crushed, granulated or ground cork (excluding natural cork raw or simply prepared)
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. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
