In the current year, 2023, the total revenue generated by intermediate bulk container (IBC) suppliers operating in Japan is likely to reach US$ 927.2 million. From 2023 to 2033, the regional demand for intermediate bulk containers is projected to develop at a CAGR of 6.20%. By the conclusion of this projected time period, the total demand for IBCs in Japan, in terms of value, is estimated to surpass US$ 1,687.0 million.
| Attributes | Details |
|---|---|
| Industry size of Japan in 2023 | US$ 927.2 million |
| Expected Industry Size of Japan by 2033 | US$ 1,687.0 million |
| Forecasted CAGR between 2023 to 2033 | 6.20% |
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Sustainability Soars in Japan with IBCs: The popularity of IBC in Japan is growing as an industrial-grade, reusable, sustainable container that can be easily moved with a pallet jack or forklift. The emphasis on sustainable development and the implementation of strict environmental regulations have resulted in higher adoption of reusable packaging solutions worldwide.
Compact IBCs Transforming Retail Spaces: The domestic demand for intermediate bulk containers in Japan is booming with the growing adoption of compact packaging solutions in retail and commercial sectors. Given the higher emphasis of businesses in Japan on efficient space management, the demand for intermediate bulk containers has remained lucrative.
Agricultural Growth Fuels IBC Demand: With the proliferation of food and agricultural industries in Japan, intermediate bulk containers have gained widespread popularity as packaging options. On top of that, the federal effort to strengthen the agriculture sector in the hinterlands of Japan has boosted the demand for packaging solutions like IBCs.
Japan's Pharma Boom Benefits IBCs: The global demand for chemicals and pharmaceuticals manufactured in Japan has grown significantly in the recent past. This emerging sector is poised to create more opportunities for IBC manufacturers as the global demand for medicines and drugs is growing rapidly.
IBC Innovation Matches Marketing Trends: There is an emerging tendency for the creation of customized and specialized IBCs as packaging needs are getting more precise with evolving marketing strategies. Intermediate bulk container manufacturers have also shifted their focus to small-scale industries as e-commerce and direct-to-consumer distribution platforms are growing in Japan.
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Throughout the next ten years, the solid and semi-solid sector is predicted to rule the IBC business in Japan in terms of content type. As per our findings, this segment is likely to hold around 92.8% of the revenue share from sales of IBC in Japan in 2023. Meanwhile, the liquid segment is predicted to garner more traction with growing sales of chemicals at retail stores over the projection period.
| Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) in Japan based on Content Type | Solid & Semi-solid |
|---|---|
| Total Share (2023) | 92.8% |
In 2023, the rigid intermediate bulk container segment is projected to hold around 75.0% of the regional sales by product type. Over the projected years, the rigid IBC segment is expected to provide an additional revenue potential worth US$ 550 million in the country. On the other hand, the flexible intermediate bulk container (FIBC) segment is expected to witness higher growth for its rising demand in the food and beverage sector.
| Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) in Japan based on Product Type | Rigid Intermediate Bulk Container (RIBC) |
|---|---|
| Total Share (2023) | 75.0% |
The packaging sector of Japan has acquired recognition worldwide due to the successful use of advanced technologies and sustainable materials in its products. In fact, some of the globally leading manufacturers of IBC are based in Japan, making the overall industry fairly consolidated in the country.
The recent surge in demand for intermediate bulk containers is expected to further encourage the entry of new industry players that could intensify the competition. However, the presence of many multinational companies is anticipated to restrain the start-ups from scaling up their business in the short term.
Recent Developments in Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) in Japan
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| Attribute | Details |
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| Estimated Industry Size in 2023 | US$ 927.2 million |
| Projected Industry Size by 2033 | US$ 1,687.0 million |
| Anticipated CAGR between 2023 to 2033 | 6.20% CAGR |
| Historical Analysis of Demand for Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) in Japan | 2018 to 2022 |
| Demand Forecast for Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) in Japan | 2023 to 2033 |
| Report Coverage | Industry Size, Industry Trends, Analysis of key factors influencing Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) in Japan, Insights on Global Players and their Industry Strategy in Japan , Ecosystem Analysis of Local and Japan Providers |
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| Key Companies Profiled |
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The anticipated CAGR for intermediate bulk container industry in Japan through 2033 is 6.20%.
Demand for intermediate bulk containers in Japan is likely to reach US$ 1,687.0 million by 2033.
Intermediate bulk container manufacturers in Japan are targeting drug industries to boost sales.
The rigid IBC is the leading product segment with three-forth revenue share in 2023.
Intermediate bulk containers for solid & semi-solid content creates 92.8% demand in Japan.
1. Executive Summary
1.1. Market Outlook
1.2. Demand-side Trends
1.3. Supply-side Trends
1.4. Technology Roadmap Analysis
1.5. Analysis and Recommendations
2. Market Overview
2.1. Market Coverage / Taxonomy
2.2. Market Definition / Scope / Limitations
3. Market Background
3.1. Market Dynamics
3.1.1. Drivers
3.1.2. Restraints
3.1.3. Opportunity
3.1.4. Trends
3.2. Scenario Forecast
3.2.1. Demand in Optimistic Scenario
3.2.2. Demand in Likely Scenario
3.2.3. Demand in Conservative Scenario
3.3. Opportunity Map Analysis
3.4. Product Life Cycle Analysis
3.5. Supply Chain Analysis
3.5.1. Supply Side Participants and their Roles
3.5.1.1. Producers
3.5.1.2. Mid-Level Participants (Traders/ Agents/ Brokers)
3.5.1.3. Wholesalers and Distributors
3.5.2. Value Added and Value Created at Node in the Supply Chain
3.5.3. List of Raw Material Suppliers
3.5.4. List of Existing and Potential Buyer’s
3.6. Investment Feasibility Matrix
3.7. Value Chain Analysis
3.7.1. Profit Margin Analysis
3.7.2. Wholesalers and Distributors
3.7.3. Retailers
3.8. PESTLE and Porter’s Analysis
3.9. Regulatory Landscape
3.9.1. By Key Regions
3.9.2. By Key Countries
3.10. Regional Parent Market Outlook
3.11. Production and Consumption Statistics
3.12. Import and Export Statistics
4. Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast, 2023 to 2033
4.1. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Analysis, 2018 to 2022
4.2. Current and Future Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Projections, 2023 to 2033
4.2.1. Y-o-Y Growth Trend Analysis
4.2.2. Absolute $ Opportunity Analysis
5. Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Product Type
5.1. Introduction / Key Findings
5.2. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Analysis By Product Type, 2018 to 2022
5.3. Current and Future Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Analysis and Forecast By Product Type, 2023 to 2033
5.3.1. RIBC
5.3.1.1. Metal
5.3.1.2. Paperboard
5.3.1.3. Plastic
5.3.1.4. Composite
5.3.2. FIBC
5.3.2.1. Flexitanks
5.3.2.2. Bags
5.4. Y-o-Y Growth Trend Analysis By Product Type, 2018 to 2022
5.5. Absolute $ Opportunity Analysis By Product Type, 2023 to 2033
6. Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Material Type
6.1. Introduction / Key Findings
6.2. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Analysis By Material Type, 2018 to 2022
6.3. Current and Future Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Analysis and Forecast By Material Type, 2023 to 2033
6.3.1. Metal & Paperboard
6.3.2. Plastic
6.3.2.1. PE
6.3.2.2. PP
6.3.2.3. PVC
6.4. Y-o-Y Growth Trend Analysis By Material Type, 2018 to 2022
6.5. Absolute $ Opportunity Analysis By Material Type, 2023 to 2033
7. Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Content
7.1. Introduction / Key Findings
7.2. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Analysis By Content, 2018 to 2022
7.3. Current and Future Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Analysis and Forecast By Content, 2023 to 2033
7.3.1. Liquid
7.3.2. Solid & Semi-solid
7.4. Y-o-Y Growth Trend Analysis By Content, 2018 to 2022
7.5. Absolute $ Opportunity Analysis By Content, 2023 to 2033
8. Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Capacity
8.1. Introduction / Key Findings
8.2. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Analysis By Capacity, 2018 to 2022
8.3. Current and Future Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Analysis and Forecast By Capacity, 2023 to 2033
8.3.1. RIBC
8.3.1.1. Up to 1,000 Ltr
8.3.1.2. 1,001 - 1,500 Ltr
8.3.1.3. Above 1,500 Ltr
8.3.2. FIBC
8.3.2.1. Up to 500 Kg
8.3.2.2. 501 to 1,000 Kg
8.3.2.3. 1,001 to 1,500 Kg
8.3.2.4. Above 1,500 Kg
8.4. Y-o-Y Growth Trend Analysis By Capacity, 2018 to 2022
8.5. Absolute $ Opportunity Analysis By Capacity, 2023 to 2033
9. Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By End Use
9.1. Introduction / Key Findings
9.2. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Analysis By End Use, 2018 to 2022
9.3. Current and Future Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Analysis and Forecast By End Use, 2023 to 2033
9.3.1. RIBC
9.3.1.1. Chemicals
9.3.1.2. Petroleum & Lubricants
9.3.1.3. Paints, Inks & Dyes
9.3.1.4. Food & Beverages
9.3.1.5. Cosmetics & Personal Care
9.3.1.6. Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
9.3.1.7. Others
9.3.2. FIBC
9.3.2.1. Chemicals & Fertilizers
9.3.2.2. Food & Agriculture
9.3.2.3. Building & Construction
9.3.2.4. Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals
9.3.2.5. Mining
9.3.2.6. Others
9.4. Y-o-Y Growth Trend Analysis By End Use, 2018 to 2022
9.5. Absolute $ Opportunity Analysis By End Use, 2023 to 2033
10. Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Region
10.1. Introduction
10.2. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Analysis By Region, 2018 to 2022
10.3. Current Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Analysis and Forecast By Region, 2023 to 2033
10.3.1. Kanto
10.3.2. Chubu
10.3.3. Kinki
10.3.4. Kyushu & Okinawa
10.3.5. Tohoku
10.3.6. Rest of Japan
10.4. Market Attractiveness Analysis By Region
11. Kanto Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033
11.1. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2018 to 2022
11.2. Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2023 to 2033
11.2.1. By Product Type
11.2.2. By Material Type
11.2.3. By Content
11.2.4. By Capacity
11.2.5. By End Use
11.3. Market Attractiveness Analysis
11.3.1. By Product Type
11.3.2. By Material Type
11.3.3. By Content
11.3.4. By Capacity
11.3.5. By End Use
11.4. Key Takeaways
12. Chubu Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033
12.1. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2018 to 2022
12.2. Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2023 to 2033
12.2.1. By Product Type
12.2.2. By Material Type
12.2.3. By Content
12.2.4. By Capacity
12.2.5. By End Use
12.3. Market Attractiveness Analysis
12.3.1. By Product Type
12.3.2. By Material Type
12.3.3. By Content
12.3.4. By Capacity
12.3.5. By End Use
12.4. Key Takeaways
13. Kinki Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033
13.1. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2018 to 2022
13.2. Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2023 to 2033
13.2.1. By Product Type
13.2.2. By Material Type
13.2.3. By Content
13.2.4. By Capacity
13.2.5. By End Use
13.3. Market Attractiveness Analysis
13.3.1. By Product Type
13.3.2. By Material Type
13.3.3. By Content
13.3.4. By Capacity
13.3.5. By End Use
13.4. Key Takeaways
14. Kyushu & Okinawa Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033
14.1. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2018 to 2022
14.2. Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2023 to 2033
14.2.1. By Product Type
14.2.2. By Material Type
14.2.3. By Content
14.2.4. By Capacity
14.2.5. By End Use
14.3. Market Attractiveness Analysis
14.3.1. By Product Type
14.3.2. By Material Type
14.3.3. By Content
14.3.4. By Capacity
14.3.5. By End Use
14.4. Key Takeaways
15. Tohoku Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033
15.1. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2018 to 2022
15.2. Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2023 to 2033
15.2.1. By Product Type
15.2.2. By Material Type
15.2.3. By Content
15.2.4. By Capacity
15.2.5. By End Use
15.3. Market Attractiveness Analysis
15.3.1. By Product Type
15.3.2. By Material Type
15.3.3. By Content
15.3.4. By Capacity
15.3.5. By End Use
15.4. Key Takeaways
16. Rest of Industry Analysis and Outlook 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033
16.1. Historical Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Trend Analysis By Market Taxonomy, 2018 to 2022
16.2. Market Size Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units) Forecast By Market Taxonomy, 2023 to 2033
16.2.1. By Product Type
16.2.2. By Material Type
16.2.3. By Content
16.2.4. By Capacity
16.2.5. By End Use
16.3. Market Attractiveness Analysis
16.3.1. By Product Type
16.3.2. By Material Type
16.3.3. By Content
16.3.4. By Capacity
16.3.5. By End Use
16.4. Key Takeaways
17. Market Structure Analysis
17.1. Competition Dashboard
17.2. Competition Benchmarking
17.3. Market Share Analysis of Top Players
17.3.1. By Regional
17.3.2. By Product Type
17.3.3. By Material Type
17.3.4. By Content
17.3.5. By Capacity
17.3.6. By End Use
18. Competition Analysis
18.1. Competition Deep Dive
18.1.1. Nihon Matai group
18.1.1.1. Overview
18.1.1.2. Product Portfolio
18.1.1.3. Profitability by Market Segments
18.1.1.4. Sales Footprint
18.1.1.5. Strategy Overview
18.1.1.5.1. Marketing Strategy
18.1.1.5.2. Product Strategy
18.1.1.5.3. Channel Strategy
18.1.2. Taiyo Kogyo Corporation
18.1.2.1. Overview
18.1.2.2. Product Portfolio
18.1.2.3. Profitability by Market Segments
18.1.2.4. Sales Footprint
18.1.2.5. Strategy Overview
18.1.2.5.1. Marketing Strategy
18.1.2.5.2. Product Strategy
18.1.2.5.3. Channel Strategy
18.1.3. Kohsei co. Ltd.
18.1.3.1. Overview
18.1.3.2. Product Portfolio
18.1.3.3. Profitability by Market Segments
18.1.3.4. Sales Footprint
18.1.3.5. Strategy Overview
18.1.3.5.1. Marketing Strategy
18.1.3.5.2. Product Strategy
18.1.3.5.3. Channel Strategy
18.1.4. THIELMANN
18.1.4.1. Overview
18.1.4.2. Product Portfolio
18.1.4.3. Profitability by Market Segments
18.1.4.4. Sales Footprint
18.1.4.5. Strategy Overview
18.1.4.5.1. Marketing Strategy
18.1.4.5.2. Product Strategy
18.1.4.5.3. Channel Strategy
18.1.5. Jaliyana Equipment
18.1.5.1. Overview
18.1.5.2. Product Portfolio
18.1.5.3. Profitability by Market Segments
18.1.5.4. Sales Footprint
18.1.5.5. Strategy Overview
18.1.5.5.1. Marketing Strategy
18.1.5.5.2. Product Strategy
18.1.5.5.3. Channel Strategy
18.1.6. SIA Flexitanks Limited
18.1.6.1. Overview
18.1.6.2. Product Portfolio
18.1.6.3. Profitability by Market Segments
18.1.6.4. Sales Footprint
18.1.6.5. Strategy Overview
18.1.6.5.1. Marketing Strategy
18.1.6.5.2. Product Strategy
18.1.6.5.3. Channel Strategy
18.1.7. Intertape Polymer Group
18.1.7.1. Overview
18.1.7.2. Product Portfolio
18.1.7.3. Profitability by Market Segments
18.1.7.4. Sales Footprint
18.1.7.5. Strategy Overview
18.1.7.5.1. Marketing Strategy
18.1.7.5.2. Product Strategy
18.1.7.5.3. Channel Strategy
18.1.8. Conitex Sonoco
18.1.8.1. Overview
18.1.8.2. Product Portfolio
18.1.8.3. Profitability by Market Segments
18.1.8.4. Sales Footprint
18.1.8.5. Strategy Overview
18.1.8.5.1. Marketing Strategy
18.1.8.5.2. Product Strategy
18.1.8.5.3. Channel Strategy
18.1.9. Value (US$ Million) & Volume (Units)ed Bags Inc.
18.1.9.1. Overview
18.1.9.2. Product Portfolio
18.1.9.3. Profitability by Market Segments
18.1.9.4. Sales Footprint
18.1.9.5. Strategy Overview
18.1.9.5.1. Marketing Strategy
18.1.9.5.2. Product Strategy
18.1.9.5.3. Channel Strategy
18.1.10. Rishi FIBC Solutions PVT. LTD.
18.1.10.1. Overview
18.1.10.2. Product Portfolio
18.1.10.3. Profitability by Market Segments
18.1.10.4. Sales Footprint
18.1.10.5. Strategy Overview
18.1.10.5.1. Marketing Strategy
18.1.10.5.2. Product Strategy
18.1.10.5.3. Channel Strategy
18.1.11. Nier Systems Inc.
18.1.11.1. Overview
18.1.11.2. Product Portfolio
18.1.11.3. Profitability by Market Segments
18.1.11.4. Sales Footprint
18.1.11.5. Strategy Overview
18.1.11.5.1. Marketing Strategy
18.1.11.5.2. Product Strategy
18.1.11.5.3. Channel Strategy
18.1.12. Composite Containers LLC
18.1.12.1. Overview
18.1.12.2. Product Portfolio
18.1.12.3. Profitability by Market Segments
18.1.12.4. Sales Footprint
18.1.12.5. Strategy Overview
18.1.12.5.1. Marketing Strategy
18.1.12.5.2. Product Strategy
18.1.12.5.3. Channel Strategy
18.1.13. Bulk Pack Inc.
18.1.13.1. Overview
18.1.13.2. Product Portfolio
18.1.13.3. Profitability by Market Segments
18.1.13.4. Sales Footprint
18.1.13.5. Strategy Overview
18.1.13.5.1. Marketing Strategy
18.1.13.5.2. Product Strategy
18.1.13.5.3. Channel Strategy
18.1.14. JohnPac LLC
18.1.14.1. Overview
18.1.14.2. Product Portfolio
18.1.14.3. Profitability by Market Segments
18.1.14.4. Sales Footprint
18.1.14.5. Strategy Overview
18.1.14.5.1. Marketing Strategy
18.1.14.5.2. Product Strategy
18.1.14.5.3. Channel Strategy
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