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Japan: Mdf Market 2024

Mdf Market Size in Japan

The Japanese MDF market expanded notably to $X in 2021, picking up by 8.2% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, saw a noticeable curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 9.8%. Consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Mdf Production in Japan

In value terms, MDF production rose remarkably to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a noticeable curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the production volume increased by 31%. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Mdf Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2021, shipments abroad of MDF decreased by -15.8% to X cubic meters, falling for the fifth year in a row after five years of growth. In general, exports recorded a deep contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when exports increased by 61%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X cubic meters in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, MDF exports shrank dramatically to $X in 2021. Overall, exports showed a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when exports increased by 46% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

China (X cubic meters), Vietnam (X cubic meters) and Indonesia (X cubic meters) were the main destinations of MDF exports from Japan, with a combined 99% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Vietnam (with a CAGR of +2.3%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, China ($X), Vietnam ($X) and Indonesia ($X) were the largest markets for MDF exported from Japan worldwide, together accounting for 98% of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Vietnam, with a CAGR of -1.1%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average MDF export price amounted to $X per cubic meter, approximately reflecting the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a perceptible contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the average export price increased by 32%. The export price peaked at $X per cubic meter in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Philippines ($X per cubic meter), while the average price for exports to China ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Philippines (+8.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Mdf Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2021, supplies from abroad of MDF decreased by -0.8% to X cubic meters, falling for the second consecutive year after four years of growth. Overall, imports showed a slight shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 8.6% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X cubic meters in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, MDF imports expanded slightly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports recorded a pronounced decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 8.2%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

New Zealand (X cubic meters), Malaysia (X cubic meters) and Indonesia (X cubic meters) were the main suppliers of MDF imports to Japan, with a combined 90% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Indonesia (with a CAGR of +24.9%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, New Zealand ($X), Malaysia ($X) and China ($X) appeared to be the largest MDF suppliers to Japan, with a combined 84% share of total imports. Indonesia, South Korea and Australia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 14%.

Indonesia, with a CAGR of +14.8%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

The average MDF import price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2021, rising by 5.4% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a mild curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 7.3%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per cubic meter in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per cubic meter), while the price for Australia ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (-0.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for mdf in the world?

The country with the largest volume of MDF consumption was China, accounting for 51% of total volume. Moreover, MDF consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Brazil, tenfold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 4.4% share.

What are the largest producers of mdf in the world?

The country with the largest volume of MDF production was China, comprising approx. 54% of total volume. Moreover, MDF production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Brazil, tenfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Turkey, with a 4.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of mdf to Japan?

In value terms, the largest MDF suppliers to Japan were New Zealand, Malaysia and China, together comprising 84% of total imports. These countries were followed by Indonesia, South Korea and Australia, which together accounted for a further 14%.

What are the leading importers of mdf from Japan?

In value terms, China, Vietnam and Indonesia were the largest markets for MDF exported from Japan worldwide, together accounting for 98% of total exports.

What is the average export price for mdf in Japan?

In 2021, the average MDF export price amounted to $681 per cubic meter, approximately reflecting the previous year.

What is the average import price for mdf in Japan?

In 2021, the average MDF import price amounted to $538 per cubic meter, increasing by 5.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mdf 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:

FCL 1648 - MDF/HDF

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

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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