Market Overview

Automotive filters are primarily used to remove dust and other air impurities to enhance vehicular performance by reducing fuel efficiency and improving output power. It can be used in the automobile industry for a variety of reasons since it improves airflow and reduces engine damage, hence extending the vehicle's life span. The four primary filters used in every automobile are the cabin filter, oil filter, fuel filter, and air filter.

Automotive filters, which enhance engine efficiency and need less fuel, are also becoming more popular in Japan as a measure to lessen the ecological impact of vehicles. Additionally, as air pollution levels in Japan's urban areas keep rising and the prevalence of respiratory diseases rises, there is an increasing demand for automotive filters that remove contaminants and generate cleaner air. Toyota Boshoku Corporation and Denso Corporation are the two major automobile filter producers, suppliers, and exporters, with operations in both Japan and the rest of the world.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for Japan Automotive Filter Market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the Japan Automotive Filter Market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segments of the Japan Automotive Filter Market.

Driving Factors

The Automotive Filters Market in Japan is predicted to grow throughout the forecasted period. As a result of environmental concerns and strict emission standards, the passenger vehicle industry in Japan is projected to witness rising demands for fuel engines and fuel filters. The demand for vehicle filters is expected to grow as people become increasingly concerned about the purity of the air in their vehicles. Automotive filter improvement and development, such as brake dust filters and transmission filters for automated transmission systems, are likely to boost Japan's market growth. The rising demand for automotive filters is expected to be driven by the growing adoption level of passenger automotive and construction vehicles in Japan.

Restraining Factors

Since some filters, such as air and cabin filters, do not require replacement over the length of a vehicle's lifetime, nonreplaceable filters will have an effect on the automotive filter aftermarket in the futurity. As a result, the market for automotive filters is being hampered.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the country level from 2019 to 2030. Spherical Insights has segmented the Japan Automotive Filter market based on the below-mentioned segments:

• In 2022, the fuel filters segment is witnessing a higher growth rate over the forecast period. 

Based on product type, the Japan Automotive Filter Market is segmented into fuel filters, oil filters, air filters, cabin filters, steering filters, coolant filters, and others. Among these, the fuel filters segment is witnessing a higher growth rate over the forecast period. The fuel filter screens the fuel injectors and removes contaminants like dust, rust, and grit that are inhibited in the gasoline. This is essential for preserving the functionality and durability of the car engine.

• In 2022, the synthetic automotive air media segment is witnessing significant CAGR growth over the forecast period.

On the basis filter media, the Japan Automotive Filter market is segmented into cellulose automotive air filter media, synthetic automotive air media, and others. Among these, the synthetic automotive air media segment is witnessing significant CAGR growth over the forecast period. As a result of growing fuel economy standards and the introduction of improved filtration media, such as synthetic media for air filters and electrostatic material for cabin air filters. Automotive air media composed of synthetic materials have a greater flow area, are highly effective, and are less water-sensitive. Synthetic air media filters can improve airflow during combustion, which can increase fuel efficiency and decrease emissions.

• In 2022, the passenger vehicles segment is dominating the market with the largest market share of 50% over the forecast period.

Based on vehicle type, the Japan Automotive Filter market is segmented into passenger vehicles, light commercial vehicles, heavy commercial vehicles, off-road vehicles, and others. Among these, the passenger vehicles segment dominates the market with the largest market share of 50% over the forecast period. Considering passenger vehicles carry a large number of passengers, a rise in per capita income will greatly boost the demand for automotive filters for passenger vehicles. Increased demand for passenger vehicles would grow the market potential in terms of value and volume due to a rise in population with high purchasing power and rigorous government regulations addressing vehicle pollution levels.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Japan Automotive Filter Market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• TAISEI KOGYO CO., Ltd.
• MASUDA SEISAKUSHO CO., Ltd.
• Yasui Seisakusho CO., Ltd
• Nitto Filter Ltd.
• Kamui Sangyo CO., Ltd.
• Kotobuki Factory Co., Ltd
• Aiko Corp
• Denso Corporation
• MAHLE Japan Ltd.
• ROKI Co. Ltd.
• UNION SANGYO CO., LTD
• VANTECH CO., LTD
• A.L. SOLUTIONS JAPAN
• Toyota Boshoku Corporation

Recent Developments

• In October 2022, MAHLE Japan is the combined company name of MAHLE Japan and MAHLE Filter Systems Japan. The first plastic cylinder head cover was created and produced for use in passenger vehicles by MAHLE Filter Systems Japan Corporation.

• In January 2021, Toyota Boshoku developed PM 2.5 air filters of the world’s highest-level efficiency as Toyota’s first with a new concept of Minus Emissions.

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

 Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2019 to 2030. Spherical Insights has segmented the Japan Automotive Filter Market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Japan Automotive Filter Market, By Product Type

• Fuel Filters
• Oil Filters
• Air Filters
• Cabin Filters
• Steering Filters
• Coolant Filters
• Others

Japan Automotive Filter Market, By Filter Media

• Cellulose Automotive Air Filter Media
• Synthetic Automotive Air Media
• Other

Japan Automotive Filter Market, By Vehicle Type

• Passengers Vehicle
• Light Commercial Vehicle
• Heavy Commercial Vehicle
• Off-Road Vehicles
• Others