Research reading
Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle clasps: of base metal, of a kind used for clothing, footwear, awnings, handbags, travel goods or other made up articles, including parts demand and the China (CHN) to JPN (JPN) lane
JPN (JPN) reported $28.1M of clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle clasps: of base metal, of a kind used for clothing, footwear, awnings, handbags, travel goods or other made up articles, including parts imports in 2024. China (CHN) accounted for 31.1% of the observed market and reported $8.7M in exports on this lane.
The latest annual values eased slightly, while the longer available history shows +1% buyer growth and +2.9% exporter growth. The page separates reported values from projections and indicators.
