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Kenya: Market for Copper Tubes, Pipes And Fitting 2024

Market Size for Copper Tubes, Pipes And Fitting in Kenya

In 2021, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in the Kenyan copper pipe and fitting market, when its value decreased by -11.4% to $X. In general, consumption saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2020, and then shrank in the following year.

Exports of Copper Tubes, Pipes And Fitting

Exports from Kenya

In 2021, the amount of copper tubes, pipes and fitting exported from Kenya soared to X tons, with an increase of 33% against 2020. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a mild descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 994%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, copper pipe and fitting exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, exports showed a resilient expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 1,685%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Burundi (X kg), Italy (X kg) and Rwanda (X kg) were the main destinations of copper pipe and fitting exports from Kenya, with a combined 65% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Burundi (with a CAGR of +36.1%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Burundi ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for copper tubes, pipes and fitting exports from Kenya, comprising 63% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Italy ($X), with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by Rwanda, with a 5.1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Burundi totaled +35.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Italy (0.0% per year) and Rwanda (+0.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average copper pipe and fitting export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 2.7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of 343% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2021, 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 Burundi ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Sri Lanka (+139.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Copper Tubes, Pipes And Fitting

Imports into Kenya

In 2021, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas purchases of copper tubes, pipes and fitting, when their volume decreased by -13.8% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 58% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons, and then shrank in the following year.

In value terms, copper pipe and fitting imports reduced to $X in 2021. In general, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 71% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), South Africa (X tons) and Thailand (X tons) were the main suppliers of copper pipe and fitting imports to Kenya, together comprising 55% of total imports. The UK, India, the United Arab Emirates, the Philippines, South Korea and Greece lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 27%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for the Philippines (with a CAGR of +45.2%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest copper pipe and fitting suppliers to Kenya were China ($X), Thailand ($X) and India ($X), with a combined 47% share of total imports.

Thailand, with a CAGR of +30.6%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to 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

The average copper pipe and fitting import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 4.6% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of 45% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, 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 ($X per ton), while the price for Greece ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+9.2%), 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 copper tubes, pipes and fitting in the world?

The country with the largest volume of copper pipe and fitting consumption was China, accounting for 30% of total volume. Moreover, copper pipe and fitting consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 11% share.

What are the largest producers of copper tubes, pipes and fitting in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of copper pipe and fitting production, comprising approx. 37% of total volume. Moreover, copper pipe and fitting production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of copper tubes, pipes and fitting to Kenya?

In value terms, the largest copper pipe and fitting suppliers to Kenya were China, the UK and India, together comprising 64% of total imports. South Africa, the United Arab Emirates, Bulgaria and the Philippines lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 19%.

What are the leading importers of copper tubes, pipes and fitting from Kenya?

In value terms, Somalia emerged as the key foreign market for copper pipe and fitting exports from Kenya, comprising 57% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Burundi, with a 19% share of total exports. It was followed by Tanzania, with an 8.7% share.

What is the average export price for copper tubes, pipes and fitting in Kenya?

In 2021, the average copper pipe and fitting export price amounted to $9,746 per ton, growing by 94% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for copper tubes, pipes and fitting in Kenya?

The average copper pipe and fitting import price stood at $7,336 per ton in 2021, which is down by -12.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for copper pipe and fitting 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 24442630 - Copper tubes and pipes
Prodcom 24442650 - Copper and copper alloy tube/pipe fittings including couplings, elbows, sleeves, tees and joints excluding bolts and nuts used for assembling/fixing pipes/tubes, fittings with taps, cocks, valves

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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023