| Product Code: ETC7732351 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Vasudha | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
In 2024, Japan saw a shift in the concentration of automotive plastics for exterior trim import shipments, moving from high concentration in 2023 to moderate concentration. The top countries exporting to Japan were the USA, Metropolitan France, Belgium, South Korea, and China. Despite a negative compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -3.09% from 2020 to 2024, there was a slight improvement in the growth rate from 2023 to 2024, standing at 1.86%. This data suggests a stable market for automotive plastics in Japan, with a diverse range of import sources contributing to the industry's performance.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Overview |
3.1 Japan Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-use, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for lightweight materials in the automotive industry to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions |
4.2.2 Growing focus on aesthetics and design in vehicles, leading to the use of plastics for exterior trim to achieve sleek looks |
4.2.3 Technological advancements in plastic materials and manufacturing processes, enhancing the durability and performance of automotive plastics for exterior trim |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting the production costs of automotive plastics |
4.3.2 Stringent regulations regarding recyclability and environmental impact of plastics, leading to higher compliance costs for manufacturers |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative materials such as carbon fiber or aluminum affecting the market share of automotive plastics for exterior trim |
5 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Trends |
6 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market, By Types |
6.1 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market, By Product |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Revenues & Volume, By Product, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Revenues & Volume, By Polycarbonate/Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene Blends, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Revenues & Volume, By Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate (ASA), 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Revenues & Volume, By Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA), 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Revenues & Volume, By Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA)/ASA Blends, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market, By End-use |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Revenues & Volume, By Front Grill, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Revenues & Volume, By Spoiler, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Revenues & Volume, By Pillar Panel, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Revenues & Volume, By Rear Bumper, 2021- 2031F |
7 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Weight reduction achieved through the use of plastics in exterior trim components |
8.2 Innovation rate in plastic materials and processes for automotive exterior trim applications |
8.3 Recycling rate of plastic waste generated during the production of automotive exterior trim parts |
9 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-use, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Japan Automotive Plastics For Exterior Trim Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |