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Kenya: Market for Frozen Crabs And Crabs Meat 2024

Market Size for Frozen Crabs And Crabs Meat in Kenya

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was decline in the Kenyan market for frozen crabs and crabs meat, when its value decreased by 0% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption saw a sharp setback. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Production of Frozen Crabs And Crabs Meat in Kenya

In value terms, frozen crab and crab meat production fell slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a pronounced decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 7.3%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Frozen Crabs And Crabs Meat

Exports from Kenya

In 2021, exports of frozen crabs and crabs meat from Kenya surged to X tons, with an increase of 80% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, exports posted a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 1,887%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, frozen crab and crab meat exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, exports enjoyed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 272%. The exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

South Africa (X tons) was the main destination for frozen crab and crab meat exports from Kenya, with a approx. 99% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to South Africa stood at +93.4%.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for frozen crabs and crabs meat exports from Kenya.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to South Africa stood at +66.0%.

Export Prices by Country

The average export price for frozen crabs and crabs meat stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 14% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a deep slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the average export price increased by 39% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for South Africa.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for South Africa amounted to -14.2% per year.

Imports of Frozen Crabs And Crabs Meat

Imports into Kenya

In 2021, purchases abroad of frozen crabs and crabs meat decreased by 0% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, imports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 348%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, frozen crab and crab meat imports amounted to $X in 2021. In general, imports saw a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 379%. Imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Tanzania (X tons) was the main frozen crab and crab meat supplier to Kenya, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Tanzania was relatively modest.

In value terms, Tanzania ($X) constituted the largest supplier of frozen crabs and crabs meat to Kenya.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Tanzania was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average import price for frozen crabs and crabs meat amounted to $X per ton, stabilizing at the previous year. In general, the import price saw a noticeable setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average import price increased by 77% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Tanzania.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United Arab Emirates amounted to +41.9% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for frozen crabs and crabs meat in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of frozen crab and crab meat consumption in 2020 were the United States, Russia and Japan, together comprising 51% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of frozen crabs and crabs meat in the world?

The country with the largest volume of frozen crab and crab meat production was Russia, comprising approx. 30% of total volume. Moreover, frozen crab and crab meat production in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Canada, twofold. Mexico ranked third in terms of total production with a 10% share.

What are the leading suppliers of frozen crabs and crabs meat to Kenya?

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates constituted the largest supplier of frozen crab and crab meat to Kenya.

What are the leading importers of frozen crabs and crabs meat from Kenya?

In value terms, the United States, South Africa and China constituted the largest markets for frozen crab and crab meat exported from Kenya worldwide, together comprising 95% of total exports.

What is the average export price for frozen crabs and crabs meat in Kenya?

In 2020, the average export price for frozen crabs and crabs meat amounted to $4,149 per ton, with an increase of 10% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for frozen crabs and crabs meat in Kenya?

The average import price for frozen crabs and crabs meat stood at $18,692 per ton in 2018, increasing by 12% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for frozen crab and crab meat 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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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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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