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Kenya: Linoleum Market 2024

Linoleum Market Size in Kenya

The Kenyan linoleum market soared to $X in 2021, jumping by 57% 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). Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a deep reduction. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Linoleum Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2021, overseas shipments of linoleum decreased by -37.8% to X square meters, falling for the second year in a row after six years of decline. Over the period under review, exports showed a abrupt curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 163%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X square meters. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, linoleum exports dropped rapidly to $X in 2021. In general, exports saw a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 64% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Uganda (X square meters) was the main destination for linoleum exports from Kenya, with a 83% share of total exports. Moreover, linoleum exports to Uganda exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Burundi (X square meters), fivefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Uganda stood at +24.3%.

In value terms, Burundi ($X) remains the key foreign market for linoleum exports from Kenya, comprising 71% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Uganda ($X), with a 29% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Burundi was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average linoleum export price amounted to $X per square meter, growing by 20% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price posted a tangible increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average export price increased by 85% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per square meter. From 2019 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Burundi ($X per square meter), while the average price for exports to Uganda totaled $X per square meter.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Burundi (+21.8%).

Linoleum Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2021, the amount of linoleum imported into Kenya expanded sharply to X square meters, surging by 10% against the year before. In general, imports, however, faced a dramatic setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 74%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X square meters. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, linoleum imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a abrupt setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of 80%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, France (X square meters) constituted the largest linoleum supplier to Kenya, accounting for a 66% share of total imports. Moreover, linoleum imports from France exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X square meters), threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Italy (X square meters), with an 8.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from France stood at +13.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (-30.9% per year) and Italy (+136.6% per year).

In value terms, the largest linoleum suppliers to Kenya were France ($X), China ($X) and Italy ($X), together comprising 99% of total imports.

Italy, with a CAGR of +161.4%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average linoleum import price amounted to $X per square meter, surging by 35% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.0%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per square meter), while the price for Thailand ($X per square meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+12.6%), 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 linoleum in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of linoleum consumption in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 49% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Russia, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Germany, Turkey, the UK, Egypt, South Korea and Canada, which together accounted for a further 26%.

What are the largest producers of linoleum in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of linoleum production in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 51% share of global production. These countries were followed by Russia, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, the UK, Turkey, Egypt, South Korea, Germany and Canada, which together accounted for a further 26%.

What are the leading suppliers of linoleum to Kenya?

In value terms, France constituted the largest supplier of linoleum to Kenya, comprising 67% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 33% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of linoleum from Kenya?

In value terms, Burundi $331) remains the key foreign market for linoleum exports from Kenya, comprising 79% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Uganda $90), with a 21% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for linoleum in Kenya?

In 2021, the average linoleum export price amounted to $2.1 per square meter, falling by -25.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for linoleum in Kenya?

The average linoleum import price stood at $5.1 per square meter in 2021, shrinking by -46.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the linoleum 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 22231500 - Linoleum, floor coverings consisting of a coating or covering applied on a textile backing (excluding sheets and plates of linoleum compounds)

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