Kenya - Graphite (Natural) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Kenya - Graphite (Natural) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Graphite Price in Kenya - 2022

Contents:

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

Graphite Price in Kenya (CIF) - 2022

The average graphite import price stood at $3,792 per ton in 2022, picking up by 11% against the previous year. Overall, the import price enjoyed a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 an increase of 98% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $4,190 per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was India ($6,929 per ton), while the price for Pakistan ($2,262 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+25.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Graphite Price in Kenya (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average graphite export price amounted to $724 per ton, jumping by 28% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, faced a abrupt setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of 40%. The export price peaked at $5,054 per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Uganda ($752 per ton), while the average price for exports to South Africa ($324 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 Uganda (-13.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Graphite Imports in Kenya

In 2022, the amount of graphite (natural) imported into Kenya reduced remarkably to 3.7 tons, with a decrease of -41.2% compared with 2021. In general, imports, however, saw a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 303%. As a result, imports reached the peak of 6.3 tons, and then dropped sharply in the following year.

In value terms, graphite imports contracted significantly to $14K in 2022. Overall, imports, however, posted a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 229% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $21K, and then reduced rapidly in the following year.

Import of Graphite in Kenya (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
India0.10.12.54.5255.7%
Pakistan2.22.66.73.112.1%
Tanzania1.82.26.13.018.6%
China1.90.53.02.01.7%
Others0.41.13.01.244.2%
Total6.56.521.413.928.8%

Top Suppliers of Graphite to Kenya in 2022:

  1. Pakistan (1392.0 kg)
  2. Tanzania (1154.0 kg)
  3. India (651.0 kg)
  4. China (419.0 kg)

Graphite Exports in Kenya

In 2022, the amount of graphite (natural) exported from Kenya amounted to 196 kg, growing by 11% compared with 2021 figures. Overall, total exports indicated a buoyant increase from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +11.1% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports decreased by -17.6% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 66% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 238 kg. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, graphite exports soared to $142 in 2022. In general, exports recorded a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 82%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $184. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Export of Graphite in Kenya (USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Uganda6.049.063.0109162.9%
South Africa1.022.05.012.0128.9%
Burundi92.081.023.08.0-55.7%
Others2.032.09.013.086.6%
Total10118410014212.0%

Top Export Markets for Graphite from Kenya in 2022:

  1. Uganda (145.0 kg)
  2. South Africa (37.0 kg)
  3. Burundi (12.0 kg)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

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    • 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
      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

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      1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
      3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
      4. LOW-COST EXPORTING 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
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      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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