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Kenya: Paper Moulding Machine Market 2025

Paper Moulding Machine Market Size in Kenya

In 2022, the Kenyan paper moulding machine market decreased by 0% to $X, falling for the third consecutive year after four years of growth. Overall, consumption recorded a abrupt shrinkage. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Paper Moulding Machine Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2022, exports of machines for moulding articles in paper pulp, paper or paperboard from Kenya surged to X units, picking up by 100% against 2021 figures. Overall, exports saw prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 200% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, paper moulding machine exports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 16,733%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Tanzania (X units) was the main destination for paper moulding machine exports from Kenya, accounting for a 75% share of total exports. Moreover, paper moulding machine exports to Tanzania exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Italy (X units), threefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Tanzania amounted to +7.0%.

In value terms, the largest markets for paper moulding machine exported from Kenya were Tanzania ($X), Uganda ($X) and Italy ($X), with a combined 98% share of total exports.

Uganda, with a CAGR of +58.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of 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 paper moulding machine export price stood at $X per unit in 2022, reducing by -33.9% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the average export price increased by 8,333%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Uganda ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Italy ($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 South Sudan (+424.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Paper Moulding Machine Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2022, purchases abroad of machines for moulding articles in paper pulp, paper or paperboard increased by 200% to X units for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a drastic downturn. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X units in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, paper moulding machine imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded a drastic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 1,668%. Imports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X units), India (X units) and Italy (X units) were the main suppliers of paper moulding machine imports to Kenya, with a combined 67% share of total imports. Moreover, paper moulding machine imports in the United Arab Emirates exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India, twofold.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of +7.2%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest paper moulding machine suppliers to Kenya were India ($X), Italy ($X) and the United Arab Emirates ($X), together accounting for 70% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, India, with a CAGR of +5.2%, 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

In 2022, the average paper moulding machine import price amounted to $X per unit, waning by -44.6% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a deep contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 47%. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2015; however, from 2016 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 India ($X per unit), while the price for the UK ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (-1.9%), 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 machines for moulding articles in paper pulp, paper or paperboard in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Finland and Indonesia, together comprising 48% of global consumption. These countries were followed by the United States, Taiwan Chinese), India, the Czech Republic, Austria, Vietnam, Turkey, Italy, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Japan, which together accounted for a further 26%.

What are the largest producers of machines for moulding articles in paper pulp, paper or paperboard in the world?

The country with the largest volume of paper moulding machine production was China, comprising approx. 54% of total volume. Moreover, paper moulding machine production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Finland, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 6.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of machines for moulding articles in paper pulp, paper or paperboard to Kenya?

In value terms, India and Taiwan Chinese) constituted the largest paper moulding machine suppliers to Kenya.

What are the leading importers of machines for moulding articles in paper pulp, paper or paperboard from Kenya?

In value terms, the largest markets for paper moulding machine exported from Kenya were Uganda and Tanzania.

What is the average export price for machines for moulding articles in paper pulp, paper or paperboard in Kenya?

The average paper moulding machine export price stood at $37,497 per unit in 2021, declining by -51.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for machines for moulding articles in paper pulp, paper or paperboard in Kenya?

The average paper moulding machine import price stood at $25,550 per unit in 2021, remaining constant against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the paper moulding machine 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 28951170 - Machines for moulding articles in paper pulp, paper or paperboard (including packing for eggs, plates or dishes for confectionery or camping, toys)

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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024