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Kenya: Surgical Glove Market 2024

Surgical Glove Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2022, shipments abroad of surgical gloves decreased by -13.3% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, exports, however, posted pronounced growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 4,423%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, surgical glove exports totaled $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, enjoyed strong growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 3,930%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

South Sudan (X tons), Somalia (X tons) and Democratic Republic of the Congo (X tons) were the main destinations of surgical glove exports from Kenya, with a combined 46% share of total exports. Uganda, Tanzania, Afghanistan, Malawi, Djibouti and Rwanda lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 38%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Afghanistan (with a CAGR of +105.4%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Somalia ($X), South Sudan ($X) and Democratic Republic of the Congo ($X) constituted the largest markets for surgical glove exported from Kenya worldwide, together accounting for 55% of total exports. Afghanistan, Uganda, Malawi, Tanzania, Djibouti and Rwanda lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 34%.

Afghanistan, with a CAGR of +154.1%, recorded the highest growth rate of 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

In 2022, the average surgical glove export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 16% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +4.6%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 31%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Afghanistan ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Tanzania ($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 Malaysia (+26.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Surgical Glove Imports

Imports into Kenya

Surgical glove imports into Kenya dropped slightly to X tons in 2022, declining by -3.9% on 2021 figures. In general, imports, however, recorded a mild expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 125%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2021, and then declined slightly in the following year.

In value terms, surgical glove imports fell significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by 84% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then contracted notably in the following year.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), India (X tons) and Malaysia (X tons) were the main suppliers of surgical glove imports to Kenya, together accounting for 88% of total imports. Thailand, Switzerland and Australia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 6.4%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Switzerland (with a CAGR of +73.3%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest surgical glove suppliers to Kenya were India ($X), China ($X) and Malaysia ($X), together accounting for 83% of total imports. These countries were followed by Switzerland, Australia and Thailand, which together accounted for a further 5.5%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Switzerland, with a CAGR of +74.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average surgical glove import price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -13.1% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 37%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then shrank in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Switzerland ($X per ton), while the price for Thailand ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+1.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for surgical gloves in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of surgical glove consumption in 2020 were Malaysia, China and the UK, with a combined 45% share of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of surgical gloves in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of surgical glove production in 2020 were Malaysia, China and India, together comprising 72% of global production.

What are the leading suppliers of surgical gloves to Kenya?

In value terms, the largest surgical glove suppliers to Kenya were China, India and Malaysia, together comprising 88% of total imports. Switzerland, Thailand and the United States lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 7.9%.

What are the leading importers of surgical gloves from Kenya?

In value terms, the largest markets for surgical glove exported from Kenya were Somalia, China and South Sudan, together comprising 67% of total exports. Nigeria, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Afghanistan, Libya, Uganda, Tanzania, Djibouti, Sudan and Iraq lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 27%.

What is the average export price for surgical gloves in Kenya?

The average surgical glove export price stood at $8,630 per ton in 2020, with an increase of 89% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for surgical gloves in Kenya?

In 2020, the average surgical glove import price amounted to $5,681 per ton, growing by 2.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the surgical glove 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 22196000 - Articles of apparel and clothing accessories (including gloves, m ittens and mitts), for all purposes, of vulcanised rubber other than hard rubber

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