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Kenya: Ink-Pad Market 2024

Ink-Pad Market Size in Kenya

The Kenyan ink-pad market declined to $X in 2022, falling by -1.6% 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). Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded a noticeable shrinkage. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Ink-Pad Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2022, the amount of ink-pads exported from Kenya skyrocketed to X units, jumping by 29% compared with the year before. Overall, exports, however, recorded a pronounced setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 1,551%. The exports peaked at X units in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, ink-pad exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, recorded a pronounced setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 849% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Tanzania (X units), Uganda (X units) and Rwanda (X units) were the main destinations of ink-pad exports from Kenya, with a combined 99% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Rwanda (with a CAGR of +10.2%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest markets for ink-pad exported from Kenya were Tanzania ($X), Uganda ($X) and Rwanda ($X), together comprising 97% of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Rwanda, with a CAGR of +9.3%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

The average ink-pad export price stood at $X per unit in 2022, declining by -4.9% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average export price increased by 141%. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Uganda ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Tanzania ($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 (+9.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Ink-Pad Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2022, approx. X units of ink-pads were imported into Kenya; picking up by 11% against 2021 figures. In general, imports, however, saw a slight reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 132%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X units in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, ink-pad imports shrank to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a perceptible decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 152%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2020 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X units), Malaysia (X units) and Thailand (X units) were the main suppliers of ink-pad imports to Kenya, with a combined 84% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Malaysia (with a CAGR of +17.5%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Malaysia ($X), China ($X) and Thailand ($X) appeared to be the largest ink-pad suppliers to Kenya, together comprising 67% of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Thailand, with a CAGR of +7.1%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average ink-pad import price stood at $X per unit in 2022, falling by -14.6% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a perceptible decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 27% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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 China ($X per unit), while the price for Hong Kong SAR ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+9.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for ink-pads in the world?

South Africa constituted the country with the largest volume of ink-pad consumption, comprising approx. 86% of total volume. It was followed by the United States, with a 1.9% share of total consumption.

What are the largest producers of ink-pads in the world?

The country with the largest volume of ink-pad production was South Africa, comprising approx. 98% of total volume.

What are the leading suppliers of ink-pads to Kenya?

In value terms, the largest ink-pad suppliers to Kenya were Malaysia, China and Thailand, together accounting for 75% of total imports. The United Arab Emirates, India, South Africa and Hong Kong SAR lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 18%.

What are the leading importers of ink-pads from Kenya?

In value terms, Tanzania, Uganda $790) and Rwanda $122) constituted the largest markets for ink-pad exported from Kenya worldwide, with a combined 98% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for ink-pads in Kenya?

In 2021, the average ink-pad export price amounted to $1.4 per unit, falling by -4.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for ink-pads in Kenya?

In 2021, the average ink-pad import price amounted to $0.4 per unit, growing by 37% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ink-pad 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 32991650 - Ink-pads (excluding hand operated ink-rollers)

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