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US tungsten scrap exports to Japan soar on Chinese curbs

GO Panel avg 6.2/10 Invest signal 80% Source JAPAN (en)
Original signal
US tungsten scrap exports to Japan soar on Chinese curbs
https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/supply-chain/us-tungsten-scrap-exports-to-japan-soar-on-chinese-curbs

Expert panel evaluations

Asian Trade SpecialistGO · 8/10
The trend in Japan, coupled with the industrial applications of tungsten, suggests there could be a viable market in Thailand. With proper sourcing and pricing, this could be a lucrative opportunity.
TAM: 500M THB | demand: medium | channel: offline-shopSOURCE: japan | supplier: moderate | landed cost: 60%GM: 25% | payback: 12mo | min capital: ฿1.0M
Thai Consumer InsightsNO-GO · 2/10
While there is a growing demand for tungsten scrap in Japan, there is no clear indication of demand in Thailand, making it a risky investment. Further research is needed to determine the viability of this opportunity in the Thai market.
TAM: 0M THB | demand: low | channel: offline-shopSOURCE: japan | supplier: scarce | landed cost: 80%GM: 10% | payback: 24mo | min capital: ฿1.0M
Retail OperatorPIVOT · 7/10
The opportunity to capitalize on the growing demand for tungsten scrap in Japan is compelling, but it requires a strategic pivot to establish a competitive supply chain and value-added processing capabilities.
TAM: 500M THB | demand: medium | channel: offline-shopSOURCE: local | supplier: moderate | landed cost: 60%GM: 25% | payback: 12mo | min capital: ฿1.5M
Import/Logistics ExpertPIVOT · 7/10
The opportunity to capitalize on the growing demand for tungsten scrap in Japan is promising, but requires further research and planning to ensure a viable and profitable business model. With proper planning and execution, this could be a lucrative venture.
TAM: 500M THB | demand: medium | channel: offline-shopSOURCE: japan | supplier: moderate | landed cost: 60%GM: 20% | payback: 12mo | min capital: ฿1.5M
Local SME OwnerPIVOT · 7/10
The opportunity to supply tungsten scrap to Japan is promising, but the Thai market's demand and pricing need to be assessed to determine the feasibility of this venture. With a strong supply chain and competitive pricing, this business could be profitable.
TAM: 500M THB | demand: medium | channel: offline-shopSOURCE: local | supplier: moderate | landed cost: 60%GM: 25% | payback: 18mo | min capital: ฿1.5M
Blue-Ocean StrategistPIVOT · 7/10
The opportunity to capitalize on the growing demand for tungsten scrap in Japan and establish Thailand as a supplier is promising, but requires careful consideration of supply chain and competition factors.
TAM: 500M THB | demand: medium | channel: offline-shopSOURCE: local | supplier: moderate | landed cost: 60%GM: 25% | payback: 12mo | min capital: ฿1.5M

Key numbers

0–500M THB Thai TAM range10–25% gross margin

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