Eastern Asia - Unwrought Zinc - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Zinc Market Size in Eastern Asia
The East Asian zinc market reduced to $X in 2022, waning by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Zinc Production in Eastern Asia
In value terms, zinc production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Zinc Exports
Exports in Eastern Asia
In 2022, the amount of unwrought zinc exported in Eastern Asia surged to X tons, jumping by X% compared with the year before. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, zinc exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Total exports indicated a strong expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by X% against 2018 indices. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
Exports by Country
South Korea was the key exporting country with an export of about X tons, which accounted for X% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Japan (X tons) and China (X tons), together making up a X% share of total exports. Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) and Democratic People's Republic of Korea (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.
From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to zinc exports from South Korea stood at X%. At the same time, China (X%) and Taiwan (Chinese) (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, China emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Eastern Asia, with a CAGR of X% from 2012-2022. Japan experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Democratic People's Republic of Korea (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of China and Taiwan (Chinese) increased by X and X percentage points, respectively.
In value terms, South Korea ($X) remains the largest zinc supplier in Eastern Asia, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Japan ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by China, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in South Korea stood at X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Japan (X% per year) and China (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the export price in Eastern Asia amounted to $X per ton, growing by X% against the previous year. Export price indicated a prominent expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, zinc export price increased by X% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the export price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices attained the maximum in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.
Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Democratic People's Republic of Korea ($X per ton), while Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Democratic People's Republic of Korea (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Zinc Imports
Imports in Eastern Asia
In 2022, purchases abroad of unwrought zinc decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the fourth year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, imports saw a deep slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, zinc imports reduced rapidly to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a pronounced reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
In 2022, Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) was the main importer of unwrought zinc, generating X% of total imports. China (X tons) held the second position in the ranking, distantly followed by South Korea (X tons) and Japan (X tons). All these countries together held approx. X% share of total imports.
Taiwan (Chinese) experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of imports of unwrought zinc. Japan (X%), South Korea (X%) and China (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Taiwan (Chinese) (X p.p.) and Japan (X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2022, the share of South Korea (X p.p.) and China (X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.
In value terms, Taiwan (Chinese) ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported unwrought zinc in Eastern Asia, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by South Korea, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Taiwan (Chinese) amounted to X%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (X% per year) and South Korea (X% per year).
Import Prices by Country
In 2022, the import price in Eastern Asia amounted to $X per ton, increasing by X% against the previous year. Import price indicated a buoyant expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, zinc import price increased by X% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the import price increased by X% against the previous year. The level of import peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, major importing countries recorded the following prices: in South Korea ($X per ton) and Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton), while Japan ($X per ton) and China ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the zinc market in Eastern Asia. 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 24431230 - Unwrought non-alloy zinc (excluding zinc dust, powders and flakes)
Country coverage:
- China
- Democratic People's Republic of Korea
- Hong Kong SAR
- Japan
- Macao SAR
- South Korea
- Taiwan (Chinese)
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in Eastern Asia, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in Eastern Asia
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- 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
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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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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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
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- 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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Hong Kong SAR
- Macao SAR
- Japan
- South Korea
- Taiwan (Chinese)
- Democratic People's Republic of Korea
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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, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 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
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 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, 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, 2012–2023
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