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Kenya: Slate Market 2024

Slate Market Size in Kenya

In 2021, after four years of growth, there was significant decline in the Kenyan slate market, when its value decreased by -8% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed resilient growth. Slate consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then contracted in the following year.

Slate Production in Kenya

In value terms, slate production reduced to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, enjoyed a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the production volume increased by 57% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2020, and then dropped in the following year.

Slate Exports

Exports from Kenya

For the third consecutive year, Kenya recorded decline in shipments abroad of slate, which decreased by -44.5% to X tons in 2021. In general, exports showed a abrupt slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 1,773% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, slate exports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 1,761% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Uganda (X tons) was the main destination for slate exports from Kenya, with a 98% share of total exports. It was followed by China (X kg), with a 1.6% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Uganda amounted to -12.5%.

In value terms, China ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for slate exports from Kenya, comprising 89% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Uganda ($X), with an 11% share of total exports.

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

Export Prices by Country

The average slate export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by 945% against the previous year. Overall, the export price enjoyed a significant increase. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Uganda (+5.1%).

Slate Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2021, slate imports into Kenya declined significantly to X tons, with a decrease of -54% against 2020. Overall, imports saw a deep contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 407% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons, and then reduced notably in the following year.

In value terms, slate imports shrank sharply to $X in 2021. In general, imports recorded a slight downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 318% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Brazil (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of slate to Kenya, accounting for a 65% share of total imports. Moreover, slate imports from Brazil exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Brazil totaled +29.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (-17.1% per year) and China (-16.3% per year).

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constituted the largest supplier of slate to Kenya, comprising 76% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by India ($X), with an 18% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Brazil amounted to +14.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (-9.1% per year) and China (-20.1% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average slate import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 24% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated a buoyant expansion from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +6.0% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 70%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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 Brazil ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+9.8%), 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 slate in the world?

Sudan constituted the country with the largest volume of slate consumption, accounting for 81% of total volume. Moreover, slate consumption in Sudan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Japan, more than tenfold.

What are the largest producers of slate in the world?

The country with the largest volume of slate production was Sudan, comprising approx. 81% of total volume. Moreover, slate production in Sudan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Japan, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by China, with a 3.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of slate to Kenya?

In value terms, Brazil constituted the largest supplier of slate to Kenya, comprising 77% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India, with an 18% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of slate from Kenya?

In value terms, Uganda remains the key foreign market for slate exports from Kenya.

What is the average export price for slate in Kenya?

The average slate export price stood at $199 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 2.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for slate in Kenya?

The average slate import price stood at $396 per ton in 2021, surging by 7.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the slate 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 08114000 - Slate, crude, roughly trimmed or merely cut into rectangular or square blocks or slabs

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