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Kenya: Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Market 2024

Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Market Size in Kenya

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in the Kenyan unbleached sulphate pulp market, when its value decreased by -41.5% to $X. In general, consumption, however, recorded a significant expansion. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Exports

Exports from Kenya

After four years of growth, overseas shipments of unbleached sulphate pulp decreased by -13.3% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a buoyant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 180% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

In value terms, unbleached sulphate pulp exports contracted markedly to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a resilient expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 167% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then fell notably in the following year.

Exports by Country

Ireland (X tons) was the main destination for unbleached sulphate pulp exports from Kenya, accounting for a 89% share of total exports. Moreover, unbleached sulphate pulp exports to Ireland exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Tanzania (X tons), eightfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Ireland totaled +408.4%.

In value terms, Ireland ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for unbleached sulphate pulp exports from Kenya, comprising 91% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Tanzania ($X), with a 9.2% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Ireland stood at +73.8%.

Export Prices by Country

The average unbleached sulphate pulp export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -8.6% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a pronounced decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 36% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Ireland ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Tanzania stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Tanzania (-4.4%).

Unbleached Sulphate Pulp Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2022, purchases abroad of unbleached sulphate pulp decreased by -40.6% to X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when imports increased by 1,144% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, unbleached sulphate pulp imports contracted notably to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 996%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United States (X tons), Finland (X tons) and Russia (X tons) were the main suppliers of unbleached sulphate pulp imports to Kenya, together comprising 76% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by the United States (with a CAGR of +111.0%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of unbleached sulphate pulp to Kenya, comprising 45% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Finland ($X), with a 22% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States amounted to +117.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Finland (-26.3% per year) and Russia (+6.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average unbleached sulphate pulp import price amounted to $X per ton, remaining stable against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the average import price increased by 24%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Finland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+3.2%), 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 unbleached sulphate pulp in the world?

The United States remains the largest unbleached sulphate pulp consuming country worldwide, accounting for 57% of total volume. Moreover, unbleached sulphate pulp consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Russia, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Sweden, with a 5.9% share.

What are the largest producers of unbleached sulphate pulp in the world?

The United States remains the largest unbleached sulphate pulp producing country worldwide, accounting for 58% of total volume. Moreover, unbleached sulphate pulp production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, sixfold. Sweden ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of unbleached sulphate pulp to Kenya?

In value terms, the largest unbleached sulphate pulp suppliers to Kenya were Sweden, Finland and Portugal, together comprising 73% of total imports. These countries were followed by China, the United States and Russia, which together accounted for a further 27%.

What are the leading importers of unbleached sulphate pulp from Kenya?

In value terms, Tanzania remains the key foreign market for unbleached sulphate pulp exports from Kenya.

What is the average export price for unbleached sulphate pulp in Kenya?

In 2021, the average unbleached sulphate pulp export price amounted to $643 per ton, increasing by 4.6% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for unbleached sulphate pulp in Kenya?

The average unbleached sulphate pulp import price stood at $450 per ton in 2021, declining by -32.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the unbleached sulphate pulp 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:

FCL 1662 - Chemical wood pulp, sulphate, unbleached

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