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Kenya - Bleached Sulphite Pulp - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Kenya: Bleached Sulphite Pulp Market 2025

Bleached Sulphite Pulp Market Size in Kenya

In 2022, after four years of decline, there was significant growth in the Kenyan bleached sulphite pulp market, when its value increased by 36% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a deep slump. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Bleached Sulphite Pulp Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2016, approx. X kg of bleached sulphite pulp were exported from Kenya; waning by -51.9% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, exports showed a precipitous descent. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X kg in 2015, and then contracted sharply in the following year.

In value terms, bleached sulphite pulp exports plummeted to $X in 2016. In general, exports showed a significant decline. The exports peaked at $X in 2015, and then fell remarkably in the following year.

Exports by Country

Somalia (X kg) was the main destination for bleached sulphite pulp exports from Kenya, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2015 to 2016, the average annual growth rate of volume to Somalia stood at -51.9%.

In value terms, Somalia ($X) also remains the key foreign market for bleached sulphite pulp exports from Kenya.

From 2015 to 2016, the average annual growth rate of value to Somalia stood at -61.2%.

Export Prices by Country

The average bleached sulphite pulp export price stood at $X per ton in 2016, declining by -19.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a deep setback. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2015, and then shrank markedly in the following year.

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

From 2015 to 2016, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Somalia amounted to -19.3% per year.

Bleached Sulphite Pulp Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2022, purchases abroad of bleached sulphite pulp was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a four-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a abrupt setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 87% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, bleached sulphite pulp imports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded a abrupt descent. Imports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Germany (X tons) constituted the largest bleached sulphite pulp supplier to Kenya, accounting for a 49% share of total imports. It was followed by India (X tons), with a 1.5% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Germany was relatively modest.

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of bleached sulphite pulp to Kenya, comprising 40% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by India ($X), with a 19% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Germany stood at +6.5%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average bleached sulphite pulp import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 29% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 86%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was India ($X per ton), while the price for Germany stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+34.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for bleached sulphite pulp in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of bleached sulphite pulp consumption in 2020 were Germany, the United States and Austria, with a combined 57% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Norway, France, the Czech Republic, Brazil, Turkey, Malaysia and Indonesia, which together accounted for a further 31%.

What are the largest producers of bleached sulphite pulp in the world?

Germany constituted the country with the largest volume of bleached sulphite pulp production, comprising approx. 30% of total volume. Moreover, bleached sulphite pulp production in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Canada, twofold. Austria ranked third in terms of total production with a 12% share.

What are the leading suppliers of bleached sulphite pulp to Kenya?

In value terms, Germany constituted the largest supplier of bleached sulphite pulp to Kenya.

What are the leading importers of bleached sulphite pulp from Kenya?

In value terms, Somalia $347) remains the key foreign market for bleached sulphite pulp exports from Kenya.

What is the average export price for bleached sulphite pulp in Kenya?

In 2016, the average bleached sulphite pulp export price amounted to $2,479 per ton, reducing by -10.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for bleached sulphite pulp in Kenya?

The average bleached sulphite pulp import price stood at $1,642 per ton in 2020, reducing by -21.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the bleached sulphite pulp 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.

Product coverage:

FCL 1661 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphite, bleached

Country coverage:

Kenya

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
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
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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