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Kenya: Seat Market 2025

Seat Market Size in Kenya

In 2021, the Kenyan seat market decreased by -18.5% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. Overall, consumption showed a mild curtailment. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Seat Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2021, seat exports from Kenya shrank to X tons, waning by -9.8% on 2020 figures. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a deep slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 with an increase of 141%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, seat exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, exports saw a abrupt decline. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Rwanda (X tons), South Sudan (X tons) and Uganda (X tons) were the main destinations of seat exports from Kenya, with a combined 60% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by South Sudan (with a CAGR of +35.4%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, South Sudan ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for seats exports from Kenya, comprising 47% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Uganda ($X), with a 16% share of total exports. It was followed by Rwanda, with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to South Sudan stood at +34.0%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Uganda (-1.1% per year) and Rwanda (-1.8% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average seat export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 97% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price enjoyed strong growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the average export price increased by 122%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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 Burundi ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Yemen ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Egypt (+409.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Seat Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2021, purchases abroad of seats decreased by -9.7% to X tons, falling for the sixth consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a slight contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 81%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, seat imports dropped significantly to $X in 2021. In general, imports showed a noticeable shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by 52%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) constituted the largest seat supplier to Kenya, with a 48% share of total imports. Moreover, seat imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, South Africa (X tons), more than tenfold. Malaysia (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 2.7% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from China stood at -2.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: South Africa (+12.5% per year) and Malaysia (-7.9% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of seats to Kenya, comprising 71% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by South Africa ($X), with a 4.7% share of total imports. It was followed by Turkey, with a 3.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from China was relatively modest. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: South Africa (+10.7% per year) and Turkey (+0.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average seat import price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -17.8% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the average import price increased by 74% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2020, and then declined dramatically in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (+5.5%), 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 seats in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of seat consumption in 2020 were China, the United States and Germany, with a combined 47% share of global consumption. Indonesia, Bangladesh, France, the UK, India, Canada, Brazil, Spain, Thailand and Egypt lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.

What are the largest producers of seats in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of seat production, accounting for 53% of total volume. Moreover, seat production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Indonesia, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Bangladesh, with a 4.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of seats to Kenya?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of seat to Kenya, comprising 72% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Malaysia, with a 4.7% share of total imports. It was followed by South Africa, with a 3.5% share.

What are the leading importers of seats from Kenya?

In value terms, South Sudan emerged as the key foreign market for seat exports from Kenya, comprising 54% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Tanzania, with a 19% share of total exports. It was followed by Ethiopia, with a 7.7% share.

What is the average export price for seats in Kenya?

The average seat export price stood at $62 per unit in 2020, reducing by -9.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for seats in Kenya?

In 2020, the average seat import price amounted to $34 per unit, declining by -29.5% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the seat 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 29321000 - Seats for motor vehicles
Prodcom 30305010 - Seats for aircraft, parts thereof
Prodcom 31001155 -
Prodcom 31001159 -
Prodcom 31001170 - Upholstered seats with metal frames (excluding swivel seats, m edical, surgical, dental or veterinary seats, barbers
Prodcom 31001190 - Non-upholstered seats with metal frames (excluding medical, s urgical, dental or veterinary seats, barbers
Prodcom 31001210 - Seats convertible into beds (excluding garden seats or camping equipment)
Prodcom 31001230 - Seats of cane, osier, bamboo or similar materials
Prodcom 31001250 - Upholstered seats with wooden frames (including three piece suites) (excluding swivel seats)
Prodcom 31001290 - Non-upholstered seats with wooden frames (excluding swivel seats)
Prodcom 31001300 - Other seats, of HS

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