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Kenya: Electrical Transformer Market 2025

Electrical Transformer Market Size in Kenya

The Kenyan electrical transformer market declined remarkably to $X in 2022, which is down by X% against the previous year. In general, consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Electrical Transformer Production in Kenya

In value terms, electrical transformer production contracted slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production showed a abrupt decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Electrical Transformer Exports

Exports from Kenya

Electrical transformer exports from Kenya surged to X units in 2022, increasing by X% against 2021 figures. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X units. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, electrical transformer exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, exports posted strong growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Democratic Republic of the Congo (X units), Somalia (X units) and the Netherlands (X units) were the main destinations of electrical transformer exports from Kenya, with a combined X% share of total exports.

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

In value terms, Rwanda ($X), Uganda ($X) and Ethiopia ($X) were the largest markets for electrical transformer exported from Kenya worldwide, together comprising X% of total exports. Tanzania, Somalia, South Sudan, Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

The Netherlands, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average electrical transformer export price stood at $X per unit in 2022, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a abrupt curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per unit. From 2021 to 2022, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Uganda ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Uganda (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Electrical Transformer Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2022, purchases abroad of electrical transformers decreased by X% to X units for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at X units in 2021, and then plummeted in the following year.

In value terms, electrical transformer imports dropped notably to $X in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a noticeable reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X units) was the main supplier of electrical transformer to Kenya, with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by India (X units), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China stood at X%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of electrical transformers to Kenya, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China stood at X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average electrical transformer import price amounted to $X per unit, jumping by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a dramatic curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the average import price increased by X%. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, 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 India ($X per unit), while the price for China stood at $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (X%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for electrical transformers in the world?

The country with the largest volume of electrical transformer consumption was China, comprising approx. 24% of total volume. Moreover, electrical transformer consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 8.1% share.

What are the largest producers of electrical transformers in the world?

The country with the largest volume of electrical transformer production was China, accounting for 63% of total volume. Moreover, electrical transformer production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 3.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of electrical transformers to Kenya?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of electrical transformer to Kenya, comprising 78% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 3.9% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of electrical transformers from Kenya?

In value terms, Rwanda remains the key foreign market for electrical transformer exports from Kenya, comprising 28% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Burundi, with a 4.8% share of total exports. It was followed by Tanzania, with a 4.1% share.

What is the average export price for electrical transformers in Kenya?

The average electrical transformer export price stood at less than $0.1 per unit in 2021, standing approx. at the previous year.

What is the average import price for electrical transformers in Kenya?

In 2021, the average electrical transformer import price amounted to less than $0.1 per unit, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the electrical transformer 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 27114120 - Liquid dielectric transformers having a power handling capacity . .650 kVA
Prodcom 27114150 - Liquid dielectric transformers having a power handling capacity > .650 kVA but . .10 .000 kVA
Prodcom 27114180 - Liquid dielectric transformers having a power handling capacity > .10 .000 kVA
Prodcom 27114220 - Measuring transformers having a power handling capacity . 1 kVA (including for voltage measurement)
Prodcom 27114240 - Other transformers, n.e.c., having a power handling capacity. 1 kVA
Prodcom 27114260 - Other transformers, having a power handling capacity > 1 kVA but . .16 kVA
Prodcom 27114330 - Transformers, n.e.c., having a power handling capacity > .16 kVA but . .500 kVA
Prodcom 27114380 - Transformers, n.e.c., having a power handling capacity > .500 kVA

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