Japan - Plastic Packaging - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Plastic Packaging Price in Japan - 2023

Contents:

  1. Plastic Packaging Price in Japan (CIF) - 2022
  2. Plastic Packaging Price in Japan (FOB) - 2022
  3. Plastic Packaging Imports in Japan
  4. Plastic Packaging Exports in Japan

Plastic Packaging Price in Japan (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average plastic packaging import price amounted to $2,947 per ton, rising by 5.8% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by 8%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($3,269 per ton), while the price for the Philippines ($1,883 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 (+3.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Plastic Packaging Price in Japan (FOB) - 2022

The average plastic packaging export price stood at $13,241 per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -11% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 11% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $14,877 per ton in 2021, and then contracted in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was France ($17,786 per ton), while the average price for exports to Indonesia ($5,531 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Hong Kong SAR (+4.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Plastic Packaging Imports in Japan

After two years of decline, supplies from abroad of plastic packaging increased by 5.7% to 607K tons in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a noticeable shrinkage.

In value terms, plastic packaging imports totaled $1.8B in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Plastic Packaging in Japan (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China737684660704-1.5%
Vietnam3172742623190.2%
Thailand2032032022456.5%
Indonesia1541341391693.1%
Taiwan (Chinese)86.886.083.385.1-0.7%
Malaysia55.445.053.454.2-0.7%
Philippines32.826.325.231.5-1.3%
Others199186173181-3.1%
Total1,7851,6381,5991,7890.1%

Top Suppliers of Plastic Packaging to Japan in 2022:

  1. China (221.8K tons)
  2. Vietnam (149.3K tons)
  3. Indonesia (76.7K tons)
  4. Thailand (75.1K tons)
  5. Taiwan (Chinese) (31.0K tons)
  6. Malaysia (20.5K tons)
  7. Philippines (16.8K tons)

Plastic Packaging Exports in Japan

In 2022, approx. 27K tons of plastic packaging were exported from Japan; shrinking by -5% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, exports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 7.6% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 28K tons, and then fell in the following year.

In value terms, plastic packaging exports contracted markedly to $355M in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 14%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $420M, and then dropped remarkably in the following year.

Export of Plastic Packaging in Japan (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China61.560.278.376.57.5%
United States57.859.362.860.91.8%
Vietnam39.639.236.033.1-5.8%
South Korea31.138.945.032.71.7%
Singapore28.030.337.426.0-2.4%
Taiwan (Chinese)22.324.225.521.5-1.2%
France16.316.820.417.72.8%
Thailand23.322.122.416.9-10.2%
Philippines11.210.815.011.50.9%
Germany8.39.810.88.92.4%
Malaysia9.89.410.18.2-5.8%
Indonesia4.94.25.14.7-1.4%
Others40.441.750.736.1-3.7%
Total3543674203550.1%

Top Export Markets for Plastic Packaging from Japan in 2022:

  1. China (6.5K tons)
  2. United States (4.1K tons)
  3. Vietnam (2.5K tons)
  4. South Korea (2.2K tons)
  5. Taiwan (Chinese) (2.0K tons)
  6. Singapore (1.7K tons)
  7. Thailand (1.7K tons)
  8. Philippines (1.0K tons)
  9. France (1.0K tons)
  10. Indonesia (0.9K tons)
  11. Malaysia (0.7K tons)
  12. Germany (0.6K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the plastic packaging 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 22221300 - Plastic boxes, cases, crates and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods
  • Prodcom 22221100 - Sacks and bags of polymers of ethylene (including cones)
  • Prodcom 22221200 - Plastic sacks and bags (including cones) (excluding of polymers of ethylene)
  • Prodcom 22221450 - Plastic carboys, bottles, flasks and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of a capacity . 2 litres
  • Prodcom 22221470 - Plastic carboys, bottles, flasks and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of a capacity > 2 litres

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. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
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  1. 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. 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. 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. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 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. 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. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. 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
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