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Kenya: Antimony Market 2025

Antimony Market Size in Kenya

For the seventh year in a row, the Kenyan antimony market recorded decline in sales value, which decreased by 0% to less than $X in 2022. In general, consumption, however, saw a dramatic decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the market value decreased by -17.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Antimony Production in Kenya

In value terms, antimony production expanded rapidly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production posted a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the production volume increased by 44% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Antimony Exports

Exports from Kenya

Antimony exports from Kenya skyrocketed to X tons in 2020, growing by 42% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 74,900% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2020 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, antimony exports surged to $X in 2020. In general, exports continue to indicate a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when exports increased by 47,631%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2020 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

The UK (X tons) was the main destination for antimony exports from Kenya, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2015 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume to the UK was relatively modest.

In value terms, the UK ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for antimony exports from Kenya.

From 2015 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the UK was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average antimony export price stood at $X per ton in 2020, waning by -18.9% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 5.1% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2020, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the UK.

From 2015 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Somalia amounted to +13.3% per year.

Antimony Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2022, overseas purchases of antimony increased by 49% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after five years of decline. Overall, imports posted resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 1,294%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, antimony imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports posted a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 2,304%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

Spain (X tons), the UK (X tons) and South Africa (X tons) were the main suppliers of antimony imports to Kenya, with a combined 60% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the UK (with a CAGR of +7.8%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest antimony suppliers to Kenya were Spain ($X), the UK ($X) and Belgium ($X), together comprising 55% of total imports. South Africa, China and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 15%.

South Africa, with a CAGR of +13.0%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average antimony import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by -11.7% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, recorded slight growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average import price increased by 72%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then shrank in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for the UK ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+34.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for antimony in the world?

China remains the largest antimony consuming country worldwide, accounting for 51% of total volume. Moreover, antimony consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Russia, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Tajikistan, with a 9.6% share.

What are the largest producers of antimony in the world?

The country with the largest volume of antimony production was China, comprising approx. 50% of total volume. Moreover, antimony production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, twofold. Tajikistan ranked third in terms of total production with an 11% share.

What are the leading suppliers of antimony to Kenya?

In value terms, Tajikistan, Belgium and the UK were the largest antimony suppliers to Kenya, with a combined 61% share of total imports. These countries were followed by China and South Africa, which together accounted for a further 35%.

What are the leading importers of antimony from Kenya?

In value terms, the UK and Somalia appeared to be the largest markets for antimony exported from Kenya worldwide.

What is the average export price for antimony in Kenya?

The average antimony export price stood at $5,437 per ton in 2020, approximately reflecting the previous year.

What is the average import price for antimony in Kenya?

The average antimony import price stood at $17,063 per ton in 2021, rising by 28% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the antimony market in Kenya. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Kenya
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024