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Kenya: Ether Market 2024

Ether Market Size in Kenya

The Kenyan ether market declined slightly to $X in 2022, shrinking by -2.8% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Ether Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2022, exports of ethers from Kenya dropped to X tons, which is down by -8.2% on the year before. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 131%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, ether exports contracted remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 94%. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Uganda (X tons) was the main destination for ether exports from Kenya, accounting for a 50% share of total exports. Moreover, ether exports to Uganda exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Rwanda (X tons), twofold. Tanzania (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 7% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Uganda amounted to +21.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Rwanda (+36.8% per year) and Tanzania (-7.1% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for ether exported from Kenya were Uganda ($X), Rwanda ($X) and Tanzania ($X), together accounting for 84% of total exports.

Rwanda, with a CAGR of +23.5%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among 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

In 2022, the average ether export price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -17.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a noticeable setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 70% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Malawi (+620.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Ether Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2022, supplies from abroad of ethers was finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. In general, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 76%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, ether imports fell to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded a slight decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 68%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, India (X tons) constituted the largest ether supplier to Kenya, accounting for a 30% share of total imports. Moreover, ether imports from India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Saudi Arabia (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was held by the United States (X tons), with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from India stood at +1.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Saudi Arabia (+18.9% per year) and the United States (-2.4% per year).

In value terms, the largest ether suppliers to Kenya were India ($X), Saudi Arabia ($X) and Singapore ($X), together comprising 50% of total imports.

Saudi Arabia, with a CAGR of +21.9%, saw 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 ether import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by -8.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a perceptible contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 19%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Singapore (+4.4%), 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 ethers in the world?

China remains the largest ether consuming country worldwide, accounting for 31% of total volume. Moreover, ether consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. Japan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.8% share.

What are the largest producers of ethers in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Saudi Arabia and the United States, with a combined 61% share of global production. Russia, Brazil, Indonesia, Germany, the Netherlands, France and India lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 20%.

What are the leading suppliers of ethers to Kenya?

In value terms, India, Saudi Arabia and South Korea appeared to be the largest ether suppliers to Kenya, together accounting for 48% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of ethers from Kenya?

In value terms, Uganda, Rwanda and Tanzania appeared to be the largest markets for ether exported from Kenya worldwide, with a combined 93% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for ethers in Kenya?

In 2021, the average ether export price amounted to $2,899 per ton, surging by 32% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for ethers in Kenya?

In 2021, the average ether import price amounted to $2,188 per ton, with an increase of 34% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ether 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 20146310 - Acyclic ethers and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
Prodcom 20146323 - Cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic ethers and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
Prodcom 20146325 - Aromatic ethers and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
Prodcom 20146333 - 2,2-Oxydiethanol (diethylene glycol, digol)
Prodcom 20146339 - Ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives (excluding 2,2-Oxydiethanol)
Prodcom 20146350 - Ether-phenols, ether-alcohol-phenols and their halogenated, s ulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives
Prodcom 20146360 - Alcohol, ether and ketone peroxides and their halogenated, s ulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives

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

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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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
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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