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Kenya: Porous-Tipped Pen Market 2024

Porous-Tipped Pen Market Size in Kenya

In 2021, the Kenyan porous-tipped pen market increased by 63% to $X, rising for the fourth year in a row after three years of decline. Overall, consumption enjoyed a remarkable increase. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Porous-Tipped Pen Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas shipments of porous-tipped pens and markers, when their volume increased by 62% to X units. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a precipitous curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 795% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X units in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, porous-tipped pen exports contracted modestly to $X in 2021. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a significant contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 858% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Democratic Republic of the Congo (X units), Tanzania (X units) and Botswana (X units) were the main destinations of porous-tipped pen exports from Kenya, together comprising 75% of total exports. These countries were followed by Rwanda, Uganda, Somalia, Germany, Finland, Zambia, South Sudan, Mozambique, Angola and Ethiopia, which together accounted for a further 24%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Finland (with a CAGR of +43.6%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Botswana ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for porous-tipped pens and markers exports from Kenya, comprising 28% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Rwanda ($X), with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by Uganda, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Botswana totaled +42.1%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Rwanda (-15.0% per year) and Uganda (+18.4% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average porous-tipped pen export price stood at $X per unit in 2021, falling by -41.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a noticeable decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the average export price increased by 49% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per unit in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Angola ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Angola (+31.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Porous-Tipped Pen Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2021, the amount of porous-tipped pens and markers imported into Kenya surged to X units, increasing by 89% on the previous year's figure. Overall, imports continue to indicate a strong expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 96%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, porous-tipped pen imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports showed a temperate increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 108%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

China (X units), India (X units) and Mexico (X units) were the main suppliers of porous-tipped pen imports to Kenya, together comprising 49% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Mexico (with a CAGR of +60.4%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), India ($X) and Mexico ($X) appeared to be the largest porous-tipped pen suppliers to Kenya, together accounting for 47% of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Mexico, with a CAGR of +47.5%, 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 porous-tipped pen import price stood at $X per unit in 2021, dropping by -22% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a deep setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 an increase of 27%. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per unit), while the price for Singapore ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+2.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for porous-tipped pens and markers in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of porous-tipped pen consumption, comprising approx. 22% of total volume. Moreover, porous-tipped pen consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the U.S., with a 10% share.

What are the largest producers of porous-tipped pens and markers in the world?

The country with the largest volume of porous-tipped pen production was China, accounting for 58% of total volume. Moreover, porous-tipped pen production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, sixfold. Germany ranked third in terms of total production with a 4.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of porous-tipped pens and markers to Kenya?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of porous-tipped pen to Kenya, comprising 38% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 11% share.

What are the leading importers of porous-tipped pens and markers from Kenya?

It was followed by Somalia, with a 17% share.

What is the average export price for porous-tipped pens and markers in Kenya?

The average porous-tipped pen export price stood at $0.5 per unit in 2020, picking up by 8.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for porous-tipped pens and markers in Kenya?

In 2020, the average porous-tipped pen import price amounted to $0.2 per unit, growing by 35% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the porous-tipped pen 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 32991230 - Felt-tipped and other porous-tipped pens and markers

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