| Product Code: ETC13015570 | 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 |
In 2024, Japan's import shipments of polyurethane synthetic leather continued to be dominated by top exporters including China, South Korea, Switzerland, USA, and Taiwan. Despite a negative compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2024, the market saw a slight improvement with a lower decline in growth rate from 2023 to 2024. The high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates a concentrated market, reflecting the strong presence of key exporting countries. Moving forward, monitoring market dynamics and potential shifts in supplier relationships will be crucial for stakeholders in the polyurethane synthetic leather industry.

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 Synthetic Leather Market Overview |
3.1 Japan Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for animal-friendly and sustainable alternatives to genuine leather |
4.2.2 Growing awareness about the environmental impact of traditional leather production |
4.2.3 Technological advancements leading to higher quality and more affordable polyurethane synthetic leather products |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials used in polyurethane synthetic leather production |
4.3.2 Competition from other synthetic leather materials such as PVC |
4.3.3 Regulations and standards related to the use of chemicals in synthetic leather production |
5 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Trends |
6 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market, By Types |
6.1 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Revenues & Volume, By Thermoplastic PU Leather, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Revenues & Volume, By Thermosetting PU Leather, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.5 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Revenues & Volume, By Microfiber PU Leather, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.6 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Revenues & Volume, By Eco-friendly PU Leather, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.7 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Revenues & Volume, By Upholstery, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Revenues & Volume, By Interior Trim, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Revenues & Volume, By Seat Covers, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.5 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Revenues & Volume, By Steering Wheels, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.6 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Revenues & Volume, By Dashboard Coverings, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market, By End Use |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Revenues & Volume, By Passenger Vehicles, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Revenues & Volume, By Commercial Vehicles, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.4 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Revenues & Volume, By Electric Vehicles, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.5 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Revenues & Volume, By Luxury Vehicles, 2021 - 2031F |
7 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Research and development investment in new polyurethane synthetic leather technologies |
8.2 Consumer perception surveys on the sustainability and quality of polyurethane synthetic leather |
8.3 Adoption rate of polyurethane synthetic leather in various industries such as fashion, automotive, and furniture |
9 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Opportunity Assessment, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Japan Polyurethane Synthetic Leather Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |