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Kenya: Carpet Market 2025

Carpet Market Size in Kenya

After two years of growth, the Kenyan carpet market decreased by X% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption, however, enjoyed a measured expansion. Carpet consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then contracted rapidly in the following year.

Carpet Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2022, shipments abroad of carpets and other textile floor coverings increased by X% to X square meters for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a noticeable increase. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X square meters in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, carpet exports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate tangible growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Israel (X square meters) was the main destination for carpet exports from Kenya, accounting for a X% share of total exports. Moreover, carpet exports to Israel exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, South Sudan (X square meters), sevenfold. Uganda (X square meters) ranked third in terms of total exports with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Israel stood at X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: South Sudan (X% per year) and Uganda (X% per year).

In value terms, Israel ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for carpets and other textile floor coverings exports from Kenya, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by South Sudan ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by the United States, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Israel totaled X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: South Sudan (X% per year) and the United States (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average carpet export price stood at $X per square meter in 2022, rising by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per square meter. From 2015 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per square meter), while the average price for exports to Tanzania ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United States (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Carpet Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2022, supplies from abroad of carpets and other textile floor coverings decreased by X% to X square meters for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a noticeable increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X square meters in 2021, and then reduced rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, carpet imports reduced markedly to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, posted a noticeable expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then declined markedly in the following year.

Imports by Country

Turkey (X square meters), China (X square meters) and Indonesia (X square meters) were the main suppliers of carpet imports to Kenya, together accounting for X% of total imports. Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, India and Iran lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

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

In value terms, Turkey ($X), China ($X) and Indonesia ($X) were the largest carpet suppliers to Kenya, with a combined X% share of total imports.

Indonesia, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average carpet import price amounted to $X per square meter, which is down by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a slight reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per square meter. From 2017 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Iran ($X per square meter), while the price for China ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Iran (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for carpets and other textile floor coverings in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and India, with a combined 54% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Turkey, Indonesia, Egypt, the UK, Mexico, Japan, Iran, Germany and Belgium, which together accounted for a further 23%.

What are the largest producers of carpets and other textile floor coverings in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and Turkey, with a combined 58% share of global production. India, Indonesia, Belgium, Egypt, the Netherlands, Mexico and Iran lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 27%.

What are the leading suppliers of carpets and other textile floor coverings to Kenya?

In value terms, the largest carpet suppliers to Kenya were Turkey, China and the United Arab Emirates, with a combined 31% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Indonesia, Egypt, India and the UK, which together accounted for a further 9.9%.

What are the leading importers of carpets and other textile floor coverings from Kenya?

In value terms, the largest markets for carpet exported from Kenya were Israel, Somalia and South Sudan, with a combined 76% share of total exports. Rwanda, Jordan, Tanzania and Uganda lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 7.8%.

What is the average export price for carpets and other textile floor coverings in Kenya?

In 2021, the average carpet export price amounted to $3,814 per ton, which is down by -43.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for carpets and other textile floor coverings in Kenya?

The average carpet import price stood at $3,239 per ton in 2021, waning by -12.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the carpet 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:

Prodcom 13931100 - Knotted carpets and other knotted textile floor coverings
Prodcom 13931200 - Woven carpets and other woven textile coverings (excluding tufted or flocked)
Prodcom 13931300 - Tufted carpets and other tufted textile floor coverings

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
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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