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Kenya: Market for Prepared Or Preserved Crab Meat 2025

Market Size for Prepared Or Preserved Crab Meat in Kenya

In 2021, the Kenyan market for prepared or preserved crab meat was finally on the rise to reach $X after two years of decline. In general, consumption, however, showed a slight setback. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Production of Prepared Or Preserved Crab Meat in Kenya

In value terms, prepared or preserved crab meat production skyrocketed to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a mild slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 22% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Prepared Or Preserved Crab Meat

Exports from Kenya

In 2021, overseas shipments of prepared or preserved crab meat decreased by -8.1% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, exports, however, showed a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when exports increased by 140%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, prepared or preserved crab meat exports declined to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 51% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Luxembourg (X tons) was the main destination for prepared or preserved crab meat exports from Kenya, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Luxembourg was relatively modest.

From 2013 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Luxembourg was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average export price for prepared or preserved crab meat amounted to $X per ton, standing approx. at the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a dramatic setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the average export price increased by 26%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2015 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Luxembourg.

From 2013 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Luxembourg amounted to 0.0% per year.

Imports of Prepared Or Preserved Crab Meat

Imports into Kenya

In 2021, overseas purchases of prepared or preserved crab meat increased by 3.9% to X kg, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a slight slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 275% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X kg in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, prepared or preserved crab meat imports fell markedly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a noticeable reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 286%. Imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

South Africa (X kg), Singapore (X kg) and the United Arab Emirates (X kg) were the main suppliers of prepared or preserved crab meat imports to Kenya, with a combined 92% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Singapore (with a CAGR of +37.9%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest prepared or preserved crab meat suppliers to Kenya were South Africa ($X), Singapore ($X) and the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a combined 90% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Singapore, with a CAGR of +23.6%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average import price for prepared or preserved crab meat amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -22.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a perceptible reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 57%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the countries with the highest prices were the UK ($X per ton) and Singapore ($X per ton), while the price for the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) and South Africa ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (-1.0%), 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 prepared or preserved crab meat in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of prepared or preserved crab meat consumption in 2021 were the United States, India and China, together accounting for 27% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of prepared or preserved crab meat in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of prepared or preserved crab meat production in 2021 were China, India and Indonesia, together accounting for 29% of global production. These countries were followed by Pakistan, Nigeria, Bangladesh, Russia, Brazil, Germany, Mexico, Turkey, the UK and Vietnam, which together accounted for a further 32%.

What are the leading suppliers of prepared or preserved crab meat to Kenya?

In value terms, the largest prepared or preserved crab meat suppliers to Kenya were South Africa $318), Singapore $175) and the UK $48).

What is the average export price for prepared or preserved crab meat in Kenya?

In 2021, the average export price for prepared or preserved crab meat amounted to $3,885 per ton, standing approx. at the previous year.

What is the average import price for prepared or preserved crab meat in Kenya?

The average import price for prepared or preserved crab meat stood at $11,250 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 3.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for prepared or preserved crab meat 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.

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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 2012–2024
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