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According to statistics released by the Japan Chemical Fiber Association recently, in April this year, the output of synthetic fibers in Japan reached 53,100 tons, a year-on-year increase of 4.
5%
.
While demand for apparel was weak, demand for living materials was strong, increasing for the first time in two months
.
Among various types of fibers, polyester staple fibers used in non-woven fabrics and other products increased by 11.
2% year-on-year
.
Demand for diapers and wipers was firm, driving overall demand
.
In terms of apparel demand, polyester long fibers used in suits and shirts fell by 1.
7% year-on-year as the impact of the new crown pneumonia epidemic continued
.
This is the first drop in the figure in a year
.
Demand for acrylic staple fibers such as knitwear also fell by 1.
6% year-on-year, marking the second consecutive month of declines
.
As of the end of April, the total inventory of synthetic fibers in Japan was 69,300 tons, an increase of 18.
9% year-on-year
.
Inventories of nylon long fibers used in airbags rose 50.
7% due to weakness in the automotive industry
.