| Product Code: ETC13013842 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 65 | No. of Figures: 34 | No. of Tables: 19 |
Japan's import of polyurethane elastomers in 2024 saw significant contributions from top exporting countries including the USA, Germany, China, South Korea, and Taiwan. The market exhibited moderate concentration as measured by the Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI). With a healthy Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 7.07% from 2020 to 2024, the industry continued to show promising growth trends. Additionally, the growth rate for 2023-24 stood at 6.02%, indicating sustained momentum in import shipments of polyurethane elastomers into Japan.

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 Polyurethane Elastomers Market Overview |
3.1 Japan Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Processing Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for lightweight and high-performance materials in automotive and transportation industries |
4.2.2 Growing construction activities in Japan, leading to higher demand for polyurethane elastomers for insulation and sealant applications |
4.2.3 Rising adoption of polyurethane elastomers in the manufacturing of footwear, sports equipment, and consumer goods |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials used in the production of polyurethane elastomers |
4.3.2 Stringent regulations and environmental concerns related to the use of polyurethane elastomers |
4.3.3 Intense competition from alternative materials such as thermoplastic elastomers and natural rubber |
5 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Trends |
6 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market, By Types |
6.1 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Revenues & Volume, By Thermoset, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Revenues & Volume, By Thermoplastic, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.5 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Revenues & Volume, By Hybrid, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.6 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market, By Processing Technology |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Revenues & Volume, By Injection Molding, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Revenues & Volume, By Cast Molding, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Revenues & Volume, By Extrusion, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.5 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Revenues & Volume, By Compression Molding, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market, By Application |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Revenues & Volume, By Seals and Gaskets, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Revenues & Volume, By Wheels and Tires, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.4 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Revenues & Volume, By Vibration Dampeners, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.5 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial Components, 2021 - 2031F |
7 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average selling price of polyurethane elastomers in Japan |
8.2 Percentage of market share held by polyurethane elastomers compared to other elastomer materials |
8.3 Number of new product developments or innovations in the polyurethane elastomers market |
8.4 Level of investment in research and development activities for improving polyurethane elastomer properties |
8.5 Number of partnerships or collaborations between manufacturers and end-user industries for the promotion of polyurethane elastomers |
9 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Opportunity Assessment, By Processing Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Japan Polyurethane Elastomers Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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