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Kenya: Feldspar Market 2024

Feldspar Market Size in Kenya

After six years of growth, the Kenyan feldspar market decreased by -1.3% to $X in 2021. In general, consumption, however, saw a strong increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2020, and then shrank slightly in the following year.

Feldspar Production in Kenya

In value terms, feldspar production skyrocketed to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, showed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the production volume increased by 111% against the previous year. Feldspar production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Feldspar Exports

Exports from Kenya

For the sixth consecutive year, Kenya recorded decline in shipments abroad of feldspar, which decreased by 0% to X tons in 2021. Overall, exports recorded a dramatic decrease. The smallest decline of -30.7% was in 2018. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, feldspar exports stood at $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports faced a sharp downturn. The smallest decline of -19.8% was in 2016. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for feldspar exports from Kenya, accounting for a 68% share of total exports. Moreover, feldspar exports to China exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Tanzania (X kg), twofold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to China amounted to +32.2%.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Tanzania totaled -32.6%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average feldspar export price amounted to $X per ton, standing approx. at the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a perceptible increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 34% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2020 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 Tanzania ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to China totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Tanzania (+14.1%).

Feldspar Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2021, imports of feldspar into Kenya dropped to X tons, approximately mirroring the previous year. Overall, imports saw a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 256% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, feldspar imports reached $X in 2021. In general, imports recorded a mild descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 303% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Spain (X tons), China (X tons) and Turkey (X tons) were the main suppliers of feldspar imports to Kenya, together accounting for 98% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Turkey (with a CAGR of +43.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of feldspar to Kenya, comprising 63% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Spain ($X), with a 28% share of total imports. It was followed by Turkey, with a 5.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from China amounted to +19.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Spain (+22.7% per year) and Turkey (+13.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average feldspar import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 4.2% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +4.9%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+15.7%), 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 feldspar in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of feldspar consumption in 2020 were Italy, Turkey and India, together comprising 44% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of feldspar in the world?

The country with the largest volume of feldspar production was Turkey, accounting for 31% of total volume. Moreover, feldspar production in Turkey exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 13% share.

What are the leading suppliers of feldspar to Kenya?

In value terms, India constituted the largest supplier of feldspar to Kenya, comprising 90% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 10% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for feldspar in Kenya?

In 2019, the average feldspar export price amounted to $693 per ton, increasing by 18% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for feldspar in Kenya?

The average feldspar import price stood at $137 per ton in 2020, falling by -2.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the feldspar 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.

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Market volume and value
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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