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Kenya: Flat Glass Market 2024

Flat Glass Market Size in Kenya

In 2021, the Kenyan flat glass market increased by 34% to $X, rising for the fifth consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, consumption recorded resilient growth. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Flat Glass Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2021, shipments abroad of flat glass increased by 69% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after four years of decline. Overall, exports saw a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 1,724% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, flat glass exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports saw a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 352% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Burundi (X tons), Uganda (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X tons) were the main destinations of flat glass exports from Kenya, with a combined 89% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Burundi (with a CAGR of +63.3%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Uganda ($X), Burundi ($X) and Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X) constituted the largest markets for flat glass exported from Kenya worldwide, together comprising 88% of total exports.

Burundi, with a CAGR of +67.8%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to 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

The average flat glass export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 15% against the previous year. Overall, the export price posted buoyant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 1,363%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Burundi ($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 Tanzania (+14.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Flat Glass Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2021, purchases abroad of flat glass was finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +5.5% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 71%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, flat glass imports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, imports posted a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 67%. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of flat glass to Kenya, accounting for a 35% share of total imports. Moreover, flat glass imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United Arab Emirates (X tons), threefold. Indonesia (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 9.9% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from China amounted to +3.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United Arab Emirates (-5.3% per year) and Indonesia (+9.3% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of flat glass to Kenya, comprising 29% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with an 8.8% share of total imports. It was followed by Indonesia, with a 6.9% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from China amounted to +3.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United Arab Emirates (-6.6% per year) and Indonesia (+14.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average flat glass import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 31% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Nigeria ($X per ton), while the price for Thailand ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Nigeria (+38.0%), 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 flat glass in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of flat glass consumption, comprising approx. 26% of total volume. Moreover, flat glass consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Indonesia, with a 5.3% share.

What are the largest producers of flat glass in the world?

The country with the largest volume of flat glass production was China, comprising approx. 29% of total volume. Moreover, flat glass production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Indonesia, with a 6.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of flat glass to Kenya?

In value terms, the largest flat glass suppliers to Kenya were China, Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates, together accounting for 60% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of flat glass from Kenya?

In value terms, the largest markets for flat glass exported from Kenya were Burundi, Uganda and the United Arab Emirates, together accounting for 94% of total exports.

What is the average export price for flat glass in Kenya?

The average flat glass export price stood at $476 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -1.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for flat glass in Kenya?

In 2021, the average flat glass import price amounted to $448 per ton, rising by 18% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the flat glass 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 23111110 - Non-wired sheets, of cast or rolled glass, whether or not with absorbent, reflecting or non-reflecting layer, but not otherwise worked
Prodcom 23111130 - Wired sheets or profiles, of cast or rolled glass, whether or not with absorbent, reflecting or non-reflecting layer, but not otherwise worked
Prodcom 23111150 - Sheets, of drawn glass or blown glass, whether or not having an absorbent, reflecting or non-reflecting layer, but not otherwise worked
Prodcom 23111212 - Non-wired sheets, of float, surface ground or polished glass, h aving a non-reflecting layer
Prodcom 23111214 - Non-wired sheets, of float, surface ground or polished glass, h aving an absorbent or reflective layer, of a thickness . 3,5 mm
Prodcom 23111217 - Non-wired sheets, of float, surface ground or polished glass, h aving an absorbent or reflecting layer, not otherwise worked, o f a thickness > 3,5 mm
Prodcom 23111230 - Non-wired sheets, of float, surface ground or polished glass, c oloured throughout the mass, opacified, flashed or merely surface ground
Prodcom 23111290 - Other sheets of float/ground/polished glass, n.e.c.

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