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Kenya: Sulphites Market 2024

Sulphites Market Size in Kenya

In 2022, the Kenyan sulphites market increased by 58% to $X, rising for the fourth year in a row after five years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, showed a abrupt curtailment. Sulphites consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Sulphites Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2022, approx. X tons of sulphites were exported from Kenya; which is down by -32% on 2021 figures. Overall, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 401% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sulphites exports fell markedly to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed moderate growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when exports increased by 339%. The exports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Burundi (X tons), Tanzania (X tons) and Uganda (X tons) were the main destinations of sulphites exports from Kenya, together comprising 92% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Burundi (with a CAGR of +33.6%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Tanzania ($X), Burundi ($X) and Uganda ($X) constituted the largest markets for sulphites exported from Kenya worldwide, with a combined 92% share of total exports.

Burundi, with a CAGR of +38.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average sulphites export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw tangible growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of 38%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Tanzania (+10.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Sulphites Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2022, overseas purchases of sulphites increased by 59% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after four years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a abrupt setback. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sulphites imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 57% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Thailand (X tons) and India (X tons) were the main suppliers of sulphites imports to Kenya, with a combined 83% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Thailand (with a CAGR of +20.1%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest sulphites suppliers to Kenya were China ($X), Thailand ($X) and Turkey ($X), with a combined 75% share of total imports.

In terms of the main suppliers, Thailand, with a CAGR of +18.7%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sulphites import price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -13.2% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated a strong expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.0% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, sulphites import price increased by +56.6% against 2017 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 31%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+9.6%), 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 sulphites in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 38% share of global consumption. Japan, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Russia, Germany, Brazil, the UK, France, Mexico, Italy and Iran lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of sulphites in the world?

China remains the largest sulphites producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 33% of total volume. Moreover, sulphites production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of sulphites to Kenya?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of sulphites to Kenya, comprising 75% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 13% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of sulphites from Kenya?

In value terms, the largest markets for sulphites exported from Kenya were Tanzania, Burundi and Uganda, with a combined 89% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for sulphites in Kenya?

In 2021, the average sulphites export price amounted to $791 per ton, picking up by 44% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sulphites in Kenya?

In 2021, the average sulphites import price amounted to $729 per ton, increasing by 22% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphites 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 20134133 - Sulphites

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