Japan - Styrene-Acrylonitrile (San) and Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (Abs) Copolymers (In Primary Forms) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Styrene-Acrylonitrile Market Size in Japan
In 2023, the Japanese styrene-acrylonitrile market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption showed a measured expansion. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Styrene-Acrylonitrile Production in Japan
In value terms, styrene-acrylonitrile production fell slightly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. In general, the total production indicated slight growth from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, production decreased by X% against 2021 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X%. Styrene-acrylonitrile production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2023, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Styrene-Acrylonitrile Exports
Exports from Japan
In 2023, approx. X tons of styrene-acrylonitrile (san) and acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (abs) copolymers (in primary forms) were exported from Japan; falling by X% on 2022. In general, exports showed a perceptible shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, styrene-acrylonitrile exports contracted notably to $X in 2023. Overall, exports showed a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.
Exports by Country
China (X tons) was the main destination for styrene-acrylonitrile exports from Japan, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, styrene-acrylonitrile exports to China exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Thailand (X tons), fivefold. Vietnam (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of volume to China was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Thailand (X% per year) and Vietnam (X% per year).
In value terms, China ($X) remains the key foreign market for styrene-acrylonitrile (san) and acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (abs) copolymers (in primary forms) exports from Japan, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Thailand ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Vietnam, with a X% share.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value to China amounted to X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Thailand (X% per year) and Vietnam (X% per year).
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the average styrene-acrylonitrile export price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a perceptible contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of X% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Indonesia (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.
Styrene-Acrylonitrile Imports
Imports into Japan
In 2023, styrene-acrylonitrile imports into Japan reduced to X tons, falling by X% on the year before. Overall, imports continue to indicate a mild curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, styrene-acrylonitrile imports shrank remarkably to $X in 2023. In general, imports saw a pronounced reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, imports failed to regain momentum.
Imports by Country
South Korea (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) and Malaysia (X tons) were the main suppliers of styrene-acrylonitrile imports to Japan, together comprising X% of total imports. Thailand and China lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Thailand (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.
In value terms, South Korea ($X), Taiwan (Chinese) ($X) and Malaysia ($X) appeared to be the largest styrene-acrylonitrile suppliers to Japan, together comprising X% of total imports. Thailand and China lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.
Thailand, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.
Import Prices by Country
The average styrene-acrylonitrile import price stood at $X per ton in 2023, reducing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a pronounced downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by X%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.
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Product coverage:
- Prodcom 20162050 - Styrene-acrylonitrile (SAN) copolymers, in primary forms
- Prodcom 20162070 - Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) copolymers, in primary forms
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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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
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING 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
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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
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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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