Japan - Ethylene - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Contents:
- Ethylene Price in Japan (FOB) - 2024
- Ethylene Price in Japan (CIF) - 2022
- Ethylene Exports in Japan
- Ethylene Imports in Japan
Ethylene Price in Japan (FOB) - 2024
In March 2024, the average ethylene export price amounted to $889 per ton, picking up by 7.3% against the previous month. In general, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $910 per ton in April 2023; however, from May 2023 to March 2024, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
Average prices varied noticeably for the major overseas markets. In March 2024, the countries with the highest prices were Australia ($954 per ton) and China ($890 per ton), while the average price for exports to South Korea ($874 per ton) and Taiwan (Chinese) ($875 per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From March 2023 to March 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Taiwan (Chinese) (+0.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Ethylene Price in Japan (CIF) - 2022
In 2022, the average ethylene import price amounted to $1,089 per ton, growing by 4.8% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a pronounced reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 26% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $1,421 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($1,301 per ton), while the price for South Korea ($1,079 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Philippines (+10.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.
Ethylene Exports in Japan
For the third consecutive year, Japan recorded decline in overseas shipments of ethylene, which decreased by -43.9% to 381K tons in 2022. Overall, exports faced a significant contraction. The smallest decline of -4.4% was in 2021.
In value terms, ethylene exports shrank notably to $364M in 2022. In general, exports recorded a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 35%.
| Export of Ethylene in Japan (Million USD) | |||||
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| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| China | 522 | 353 | 498 | 245 | -22.3% |
| South Korea | 71.7 | 93.1 | 84.9 | 78.1 | 2.9% |
| Taiwan (Chinese) | 78.1 | 49.0 | 83.7 | 38.0 | -21.3% |
| Others | N/A | N/A | N/A | 3.5 | 0% |
| Total | 672 | 495 | 667 | 364 | -18.5% |
Top Export Markets for Ethylene from Japan in 2022:
- China (257.0K tons)
- South Korea (76.7K tons)
- Taiwan (Chinese) (44.0K tons)
Ethylene Imports in Japan
In 2022, approx. 120K tons of ethylene were imported into Japan; jumping by 50% on 2021. Over the period under review, total imports indicated strong growth from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +18.9% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +68.0% against 2019 indices. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, ethylene imports skyrocketed to $131M in 2022. In general, imports recorded a significant increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
| Import of Ethylene in Japan (Million USD) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| South Korea | 51.8 | 67.4 | 66.1 | 117 | 31.2% |
| China | N/A | N/A | 16.8 | 6.8 | -59.5% |
| Taiwan (Chinese) | 9.6 | 5.9 | N/A | 6.3 | -13.1% |
| Others | 5.4 | N/A | N/A | 0.1 | -73.5% |
| Total | 66.7 | 73.4 | 82.9 | 131 | 25.2% |
Top Suppliers of Ethylene to Japan in 2022:
- South Korea (108.9K tons)
- Taiwan (Chinese) (5.8K tons)
- China (5.2K tons)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ethylene 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 20141130 - Ethylene
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
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- 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
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- 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
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