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Kenya: Market for Welded Link Chain Of Iron Or Steel 2025

Market Size for Welded Link Chain Of Iron Or Steel in Kenya

In 2021, the Kenyan metal welded link chain market increased by 70% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, showed a abrupt setback. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Welded Link Chain Of Iron Or Steel

Exports from Kenya

After two years of decline, shipments abroad of welded link chain of iron or steel increased by 323% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 1,038% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metal welded link chain exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, exports enjoyed buoyant growth. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Tanzania (X tons), Rwanda (X kg) and Uganda (X kg) were the main destinations of metal welded link chain exports from Kenya, together comprising 100% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Uganda (with a CAGR of +57.5%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for metal welded link chain exported from Kenya were Tanzania ($X), Rwanda ($X) and Uganda ($X), with a combined 100% share of total exports.

Uganda, with a CAGR of +48.6%, saw 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 2021, the average metal welded link chain export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 3.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the average export price increased by 60% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Rwanda ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Uganda ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Uganda (-5.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Welded Link Chain Of Iron Or Steel

Imports into Kenya

In 2021, overseas purchases of welded link chain of iron or steel increased by 62% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a drastic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 507%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, metal welded link chain imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, recorded a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 326% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons) was the main metal welded link chain supplier to Kenya, accounting for a 95% share of total imports. It was followed by South Africa (X kg), with a 0.1% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from China amounted to -6.9%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of welded link chain of iron or steel to Kenya, comprising 70% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by South Africa ($X), with a 0.8% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from China stood at -10.6%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average metal welded link chain import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 14% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a perceptible reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 119% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

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 South Africa ($X per ton), while the price for China stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Africa (+13.3%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for welded link chain of iron or steel in the world?

China remains the largest metal welded link chain consuming country worldwide, accounting for 33% of total volume. Moreover, metal welded link chain consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. Russia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.8% share.

What are the largest producers of welded link chain of iron or steel in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of metal welded link chain production, accounting for 54% of total volume. Moreover, metal welded link chain production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Russia, with a 4.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of welded link chain of iron or steel to Kenya?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of metal welded link chain to Kenya, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with a 3.5% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of welded link chain of iron or steel from Kenya?

In value terms, South Sudan emerged as the key foreign market for metal welded link chain exports from Kenya, comprising 95% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Rwanda $59), with a 5.1% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for welded link chain of iron or steel in Kenya?

The average metal welded link chain export price stood at $5,103 per ton in 2020, shrinking by -5.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for welded link chain of iron or steel in Kenya?

In 2020, the average metal welded link chain import price amounted to $1,085 per ton, rising by 7.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for metal welded link chain 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 25931724 - Welded link chain of iron or steel (excluding articulated link chain, skid chain and stud-link chain)

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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024