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Kenya - Sulphur (Sublimed or Precipitated) and Colloidal Sulphur - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Kenya: Sulphur Market 2024

Sulphur Market Size in Kenya

In 2021, the Kenyan sulphur market decreased by -68% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a dramatic decrease. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Sulphur Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2021, after two years of growth, there was decline in shipments abroad of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur, when their volume decreased by -3.4% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports recorded a sharp setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 123%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sulphur exports shrank to $X in 2021. In general, exports faced a sharp reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 123%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Uganda (X kg) was the main destination for sulphur exports from Kenya, accounting for a 86% share of total exports. Moreover, sulphur exports to Uganda exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Rwanda (X kg), sixfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Uganda stood at -39.1%.

In value terms, Uganda ($X) remains the key foreign market for sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur exports from Kenya, comprising 87% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Rwanda ($X), with a 13% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Uganda amounted to -36.4%.

Export Prices by Country

The average sulphur export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, which is down by -6.9% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, enjoyed a perceptible increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 136% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2016 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major overseas markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Uganda ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Rwanda totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Uganda (+4.5%).

Sulphur Imports

Imports into Kenya

For the third consecutive year, Kenya recorded decline in overseas purchases of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur, which decreased by -70.2% to X tons in 2021. Overall, imports saw a sharp shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of 128% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, sulphur imports fell significantly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports showed a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 109%. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Saudi Arabia (X tons), Turkey (X tons) and South Korea (X kg) were the main suppliers of sulphur imports to Kenya, together accounting for 92% of total imports. India, China, the UK and the United Arab Emirates lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 6.7%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for China (with a CAGR of +2.3%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($X), China ($X) and Turkey ($X) appeared to be the largest sulphur suppliers to Kenya, together comprising 80% of total imports.

China, with a CAGR of +24.6%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average sulphur import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 29% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price posted a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average import price increased by 101%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+38.1%), 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 sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur in the world?

China remains the largest sulphur consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 27% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The U.S. ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.2% share.

What are the largest producers of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of sulphur production, comprising approx. 27% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, twofold. The U.S. ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur to Kenya?

In value terms, Turkey constituted the largest supplier of sulphur to Kenya, comprising 78% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by India, with a 19% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur from Kenya?

In value terms, Uganda $648) remains the key foreign market for sulphur exports from Kenya, comprising 85% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Rwanda $107), with a 14% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur in Kenya?

In 2020, the average sulphur export price amounted to $2,333 per ton, with a decrease of -11.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sulphur (sublimed or precipitated) and colloidal sulphur in Kenya?

The average sulphur import price stood at $1,689 per ton in 2020, falling by -2.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphur 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 20132120 - Sulphur, sublimed or precipitated, colloidal sulphur

Country coverage:

Kenya

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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

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
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5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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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
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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
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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