Kenya - Benzoic Acid, Its Salts And Esters - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Benzoic Acid Price in Kenya - 2021

Contents:

  1. Benzoic Acid Price in Kenya (CIF) - 2022
  2. Benzoic Acid Price in Kenya (FOB) - 2022
  3. Benzoic Acid Imports in Kenya
  4. Benzoic Acid Exports in Kenya

Benzoic Acid Price in Kenya (CIF) - 2022

The average benzoic acid import price stood at $1,742 per ton in 2022, which is down by -13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a slight curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 29%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $2,425 per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($4,627 per ton), while the price for China ($1,135 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+4.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Benzoic Acid Price in Kenya (FOB) - 2022

The average benzoic acid export price stood at $2,725 per ton in 2022, stabilizing at the previous year. In general, export price indicated a measured increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, benzoic acid export price increased by +82.9% against 2018 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 an increase of 33% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $2,751 per ton in 2021, and then contracted slightly in the following year.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the highest price was recorded for prices to Tanzania ($3,637 per ton) and Rwanda ($3,424 per ton), while the average price for exports to Uganda ($2,481 per ton) and Ethiopia ($2,509 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Ethiopia (+4.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Benzoic Acid Imports in Kenya

In 2022, the amount of benzoic acid, its salts and esters imported into Kenya soared to 426 tons, increasing by 17% against the year before. Overall, total imports indicated a prominent increase from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +10.8% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports decreased by -12.5% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 56% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of 486 tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, benzoic acid imports rose modestly to $741K in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +6.7% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by 23% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $753K. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Import of Benzoic Acid in Kenya (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China20933333233717.3%
India11498.315318517.5%
Swaziland4.67.310.340.3106.1%
Germany32.136.841.338.66.3%
Netherlands46.473.864.46.7-47.5%
Belgium24.927.316.64.0-45.6%
Others179177112130-10.1%
Total6107537307416.7%

Top Suppliers of Benzoic Acid to Kenya in 2022:

  1. China (296.9 tons)
  2. India (56.1 tons)
  3. Swaziland (16.4 tons)
  4. Germany (8.3 tons)
  5. Netherlands (4.3 tons)
  6. Belgium (1.4 tons)

Benzoic Acid Exports in Kenya

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of benzoic acid, its salts and esters, when their volume decreased by -28.1% to 27 tons. In general, exports, however, posted a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 79%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 38 tons, and then dropped significantly in the following year.

In value terms, benzoic acid exports contracted dramatically to $74K in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, posted a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 136%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $104K, and then reduced dramatically in the following year.

Export of Benzoic Acid in Kenya (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Uganda12.119.917.644.754.6%
NorwayN/AN/AN/A13.10%
Rwanda1.52.515.18.376.9%
Tanzania9.620.040.25.2-18.5%
Burundi0.70.528.00.84.6%
Others0.61.02.71.638.7%
Total24.643.910473.844.2%

Top Export Markets for Benzoic Acid from Kenya in 2022:

  1. Uganda (18.0 tons)
  2. Norway (4.3 tons)
  3. Rwanda (2.4 tons)
  4. Tanzania (1.4 tons)
  5. Burundi (0.3 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the benzoic acid 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 20143363 - Benzoic acid, its salts and esters

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. 1. INTRODUCTION

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  2. 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. 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
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    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 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
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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. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. 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
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