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Kenya: Sorbitol Market 2024

Sorbitol Market Size in Kenya

In 2021, the Kenyan sorbitol market decreased by -16.9% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, consumption, however, recorded a strong increase. Sorbitol consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Sorbitol Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2021, approx. X tons of sorbitol (excluding d-glucitol) were exported from Kenya; surging by 988% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, exports continue to indicate strong growth. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, sorbitol exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw prominent growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Uganda (X tons) was the main destination for sorbitol exports from Kenya, accounting for a 73% share of total exports. Moreover, sorbitol exports to Uganda exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Burundi (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Uganda amounted to +17.8%.

In value terms, Uganda ($X) and Burundi ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for sorbitol exported from Kenya worldwide.

Uganda, with a CAGR of +26.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The average sorbitol export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 34% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated a perceptible increase from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.2% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of 68%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Burundi ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Uganda totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Uganda (+7.0%).

Sorbitol Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2021, purchases abroad of sorbitol (excluding d-glucitol) decreased by -10.5% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, imports, however, showed a buoyant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 388%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sorbitol imports reduced to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 544% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Indonesia (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of sorbitol to Kenya, with a 37% share of total imports. Moreover, sorbitol imports from Indonesia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (X tons), threefold. France (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 1.9% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Indonesia amounted to +25.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (+3.4% per year) and France (-17.5% per year).

In value terms, Indonesia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of sorbitol (excluding d-glucitol) to Kenya, comprising 39% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by India ($X), with a 16% share of total imports. It was followed by France, with a 2.5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Indonesia amounted to +32.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: India (+7.5% per year) and France (-11.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average sorbitol import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, stabilizing at the previous year. Over the last nine years, it increased at an average annual rate of +3.2%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when the average import price increased by 32% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the countries with the highest prices were France ($X per ton) and India ($X per ton), while the price for Indonesia ($X per ton) and the United States ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+6.9%), 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 sorbitol (excluding d-glucitol) in the world?

France constituted the country with the largest volume of sorbitol consumption, comprising approx. 21% of total volume. Moreover, sorbitol consumption in France exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Poland, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by China, with a 6.2% share.

What are the largest producers of sorbitol (excluding d-glucitol) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were France, China and Indonesia, together comprising 86% of global production. These countries were followed by the United States and Turkey, which together accounted for a further 12%.

What are the leading suppliers of sorbitol (excluding d-glucitol) to Kenya?

In value terms, Indonesia constituted the largest supplier of sorbitol to Kenya, comprising 70% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India, with a 30% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of sorbitol (excluding d-glucitol) from Kenya?

In value terms, Uganda and Burundi appeared to be the largest markets for sorbitol exported from Kenya worldwide.

What is the average export price for sorbitol (excluding d-glucitol) in Kenya?

In 2021, the average sorbitol export price amounted to $1,051 per ton, increasing by 75% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sorbitol (excluding d-glucitol) in Kenya?

In 2021, the average sorbitol import price amounted to $645 per ton, leveling off at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sorbitol 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 20595770 - Sorbitol (excluding D-glucitol)

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