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Kenya - Glass Fiber Filaments - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Glass Fibre Filament Price in Kenya - 2021

Glass Fibre Filament Price in Kenya (CIF) - 2022

The average glass fibre filament import price stood at $1,443 per ton in 2022, picking up by 3.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, recorded a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 66%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $3,585 per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for China.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to -7.2% per year.

Glass Fibre Filament Price in Kenya (FOB) - 2022

The average glass fibre filament export price stood at $3,778 per ton in 2022, picking up by 20% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a resilient increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by 96% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Uganda.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Bahrain amounted to +35.5% per year.

Glass Fibre Filament Imports in Kenya

After three years of growth, supplies from abroad of glass fibre filaments decreased by -17.4% to 339 tons in 2022. Overall, total imports indicated strong growth from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +8.6% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 32% against the previous year.

In value terms, glass fibre filament imports reduced to $490K in 2022. In general, imports, however, saw significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 95%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $572K, and then dropped in the following year.

Import of Glass Fibre Filament in Kenya (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
China	59.0	64.4	103	490	102.5%
Hong Kong SAR	88.3	93.8	251	N/A	68.6%
United Arab Emirates	37.9	42.9	71.2	N/A	37.1%
Egypt	28.8	N/A	N/A	N/A	0%
South Africa	44.4	71.5	121	N/A	65.1%
Others	10.6	20.5	26.6	N/A	58.4%
Total	269	293	572	490	22.1%

Top Suppliers of Glass Fibre Filament to Kenya in 2022:

China (339.4 tons)

Glass Fibre Filament Exports in Kenya

In 2022, glass fibre filament exports from Kenya reduced sharply to 27 kg, waning by -78.9% compared with 2021 figures. Over the period under review, exports showed a dramatic descent. The smallest decline of -10.8% was in 2020.

In value terms, glass fibre filament exports fell sharply to $102 in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate a significant decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 9.2% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $1.6K. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Export of Glass Fibre Filament in Kenya (USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Uganda	121	56.0	34.0	102	-5.5%
Qatar	1,387	479	216	N/A	-60.5%
Egypt	N/A	1,112	N/A	N/A	0%
Others	N/A	N/A	154	N/A	0%
Total	1,508	1,647	404	102	-59.3%

Top Export Markets for Glass Fibre Filament from Kenya in 2022:

Uganda (27.0 kg)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the glass fibre filament 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 23141130 - Glass fibre filaments (including rovings)

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