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Kenya: Kaolin Market 2021

Kaolin Market Size in Kenya

In 2019, the Kenyan kaolin market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, consumption saw buoyant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of X% y-o-y. Kenya consumption peaked in 2019 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Kaolin Production in Kenya

In value terms, kaolin production reduced to $X in 2019 estimated in export prices. Overall, production, however, saw a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 when the production volume increased by X% y-o-y. Kenya production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2019, production failed to regain the momentum.

Kaolin Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2019, the amount of kaolin exported from Kenya totaled X tons, standing approx. at 2018. Overall, exports, however, showed a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Kenya exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2019, exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, kaolin exports dropped notably to $X in 2019. In general, exports, however, saw a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008 when exports increased by X% year-to-year. Kenya exports peaked at $X in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2019, exports failed to regain the momentum.

Exports by Country

Brazil (X tons) and the U.S. (X tons) represented roughly X% of total exports of kaolin in 2019. The UK (X tons) occupied an X% share (based on tons) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by China (X%), the Czech Republic (X%), Belgium (X%), Germany (X%) and Ukraine (X%).

From 2007 to 2019, the biggest increases were in the Czech Republic, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the U.S. ($X) remains the largest kaolin supplier from Kenya, comprising X% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil ($X), with a X% share of global exports. It was followed by Belgium, with a X% share.

From 2007 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the U.S. totaled -X%. The remaining exporting countries recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Brazil (-X% per year) and Belgium (+X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The kaolin export price in Kenya stood at $X per ton in 2019, declining by -X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded buoyant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2010 when the export price increased by X% y-o-y. As a result, export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2011 to 2019, the growth in terms of the export prices failed to regain the momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was the U.S. ($X per ton), while Ukraine ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Kaolin Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2019, overseas purchases of kaolin were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2016, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, imports recorded prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2019 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, kaolin imports soared to $X in 2019. Over the period under review, imports recorded a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by X% year-to-year. Kenya imports peaked in 2019 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2019, Belgium (X tons), followed by Finland (X tons), Italy (X tons), Russia (X tons), Germany (X tons) and China (X tons) were the key importers of kaolin, together constituting X% of total imports. The following importers - Canada (X tons), Japan (X tons), Mexico (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), the U.S. (X tons), Algeria (X tons) and Sweden (X tons) - together made up X% of total imports.

From 2007 to 2019, the biggest increases were in Algeria, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest kaolin importing markets into Kenya were Belgium ($X), China ($X) and Japan ($X), together comprising X% of total imports. Germany, Finland, Mexico, Italy, Canada, Sweden, Russia, the U.S., Taiwan (Chinese) and Algeria lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X terms of the main importing countries, Algeria recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to 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

In 2019, the kaolin import price in Kenya amounted to $X per ton, waning by -X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, enjoyed a resilient increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the import price increased by X% year-to-year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then fell sharply in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while Algeria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada, while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for kaolin in the world?

The U.S. remains the largest kaolin consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 20% of total volume. Moreover, kaolin consumption in the U.S. exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by China, with a 6.9% share.

What are the largest producers of kaolin in the world?

The country with the largest volume of kaolin production was the U.S., accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, kaolin production in the U.S. exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. Brazil ranked third in terms of total production with a 8.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of kaolin to Kenya?

In value terms, the largest kaolin importing markets into Kenya were Belgium, China and Japan, together comprising 22% of total imports. Germany, Finland, Mexico, Italy, Canada, Sweden, Russia, the U.S., Taiwan Chinese) and Algeria lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 37%.

What are the leading importers of kaolin from Kenya?

In value terms, the U.S. remains the largest kaolin supplier from Kenya, comprising 36% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 11% share of global exports. It was followed by Belgium, with a 10% share.

What is the average export price for kaolin in Kenya?

In 2019, the kaolin export price in Kenya amounted to $291 per ton, falling by -18.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for kaolin in Kenya?

The kaolin import price in Kenya stood at $769 per ton in 2019, which is down by -15.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the kaolin 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 2025.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 08122140 - Kaolin

Country coverage:

Kenya

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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