Kenya - Cotton Yarn - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Kenya - Cotton Yarn - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Cotton Yarn Price in Kenya - 2021

Contents:

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

Cotton Yarn Price in Kenya (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average cotton yarn import price amounted to $2,589 per ton, growing by 2.9% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw a pronounced setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the average import price increased by 16%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $3,646 per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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 Egypt ($6,308 per ton), while the price for Indonesia ($880 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (+2.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Cotton Yarn Price in Kenya (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average cotton yarn export price amounted to $3,028 per ton, leveling off at the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a mild slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the average export price increased by 38%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $5,701 per ton. From 2015 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($5,689 per ton), while the average price for exports to Democratic Republic of the Congo ($800 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 Tanzania (+6.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Cotton Yarn Imports in Kenya

In 2022, the amount of cotton yarn imported into Kenya surged to 1.3K tons, rising by 38% against 2021. Over the period under review, imports posted a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 100%. As a result, imports attained the peak of 1.6K tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cotton yarn imports surged to $3.3M in 2022. Overall, imports saw a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 134%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $4.3M. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Import of Cotton Yarn in Kenya (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Tanzania1,3302,4861,2821,3490.5%
India1688304951,00781.7%
Malaysia82.423615731456.2%
Egypt34.913749.315263.3%
Indonesia47.711115.468.212.7%
Pakistan21.746.118.026.26.5%
Others13540428436038.7%
Total1,8204,2502,3003,27521.6%

Top Suppliers of Cotton Yarn to Kenya in 2022:

  1. Tanzania (439.3 tons)
  2. India (380.1 tons)
  3. Malaysia (242.7 tons)
  4. Indonesia (77.5 tons)
  5. Pakistan (25.3 tons)
  6. Egypt (24.1 tons)

Cotton Yarn Exports in Kenya

In 2022, overseas shipments of cotton yarn increased by 136% to 72 tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, faced a abrupt curtailment.

In value terms, cotton yarn exports soared to $219K in 2022. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a deep contraction.

Export of Cotton Yarn in Kenya (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Tanzania10183.637.114913.8%
United Kingdom14110634.151.2-28.7%
Belgium55.738.08.77.9-47.8%
BahrainN/A57.8N/AN/A0%
Others70.558.313.811.1-46.0%
Total36834493.6219-15.9%

Top Export Markets for Cotton Yarn from Kenya in 2022:

  1. Tanzania (55.3 tons)
  2. United Kingdom (9.0 tons)
  3. Belgium (3.4 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cotton yarn 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 13106160 - Cotton yarn, p.r.s. (excluding sewing thread)
  • Prodcom 131061Z1 - Cotton yarn of uncombed fibres, n.p.r.s.
  • Prodcom 131061Z2 - Cotton yarn of combed fibres, n.p.r.s.
  • Prodcom 13106132 - Yarn of uncombed cotton, n.p.r.s., for woven fabrics (excluding for carpets and floor coverings)
  • Prodcom 13106133 - Yarn of uncombed cotton, n.p.r.s., for knitted fabrics and hosiery
  • Prodcom 13106135 - Yarn of uncombed cotton, n.p.r.s., for other uses (including carpets and floor coverings)
  • Prodcom 13106152 - Yarn of combed cotton, n.p.r.s., for woven fabrics (excluding for carpets and floor coverings)
  • Prodcom 13106153 - Yarn of combed cotton, n.p.r.s., for knitted fabrics and hosiery
  • Prodcom 13106155 - Yarn of combed cotton, n.p.r.s., for other uses (including carpets and floor coverings)

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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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    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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