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Japan - Chromium Ores and Concentrates - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Japan: Market for Chromium Ores and Concentrates 2024

Market Size for Chromium Ores and Concentrates in Japan

In 2023, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in the Japanese chromium ore and concentrate market, when its value decreased by X% to $X. In general, consumption continues to indicate a mild reduction. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2023, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Chromium Ores and Concentrates

Exports from Japan

In 2023, shipments abroad of chromium ores and concentrates decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after seven years of growth. Overall, exports continue to indicate a sharp reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, chromium ore and concentrate exports shrank to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, exports faced a dramatic shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Thailand (X tons) was the main destination for chromium ore and concentrate exports from Japan, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of volume to Thailand was relatively modest.

In value terms, Thailand ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for chromium ores and concentrates exports from Japan.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Thailand stood at X%.

Export Prices by Country

The average chromium ore and concentrate export price stood at $X per ton in 2023, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Thailand.

From 2012 to 2023, the rate of growth in terms of prices for South Korea amounted to X% per year.

Imports of Chromium Ores and Concentrates

Imports into Japan

In 2023, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas purchases of chromium ores and concentrates, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. Overall, imports saw a slight shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2023, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, chromium ore and concentrate imports declined notably to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, imports recorded a mild contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2023, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Pakistan (X tons), South Africa (X tons) and Oman (X tons) were the main suppliers of chromium ore and concentrate imports to Japan, with a combined X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Pakistan (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Pakistan ($X) constituted the largest supplier of chromium ores and concentrates to Japan, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by South Africa ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Oman, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Pakistan stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: South Africa (X% per year) and Oman (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average chromium ore and concentrate import price stood at $X per ton in 2023, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2022 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from Pakistan ($X per ton) and Albania ($X per ton), while the price for South Africa ($X per ton) and Turkey ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for chromium ore and concentrate 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.

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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
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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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. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023