Kenya - Inks (Excluding Printing Ink) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Ink Price in Kenya - 2021

Contents:

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

Ink Price in Kenya (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average ink import price amounted to $8,257 per ton, waning by -18.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a perceptible decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 an increase of 83% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $12,646 per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($38,736 per ton), while the price for China ($2,238 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+13.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Ink Price in Kenya (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average ink export price amounted to $22,763 per ton, with a decrease of -18.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, showed a resilient expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when the average export price increased by 104%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $27,824 per ton in 2021, and then fell markedly in the following year.

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 ($96,640 per ton), while the average price for exports to Angola ($7,249 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 (+24.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Ink Imports in Kenya

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was decline in purchases abroad of inks (excluding printing ink), when their volume decreased by -0.7% to 537 tons. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 79%. As a result, imports attained the peak of 541 tons, leveling off in the following year.

In value terms, ink imports reduced markedly to $4.4M in 2022. In general, imports, however, saw a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 61% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $5.5M, and then contracted significantly in the following year.

Import of Ink in Kenya (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
France1,4141,9231,4221,7216.8%
South Africa38.8233556718164.5%
China13725756354858.7%
India14519336035034.1%
Egypt0.31.31.6147688.4%
Finland19.615712912685.9%
Jordan51.519673.810828.0%
Pakistan53.831.13.438.0-10.9%
Others3314112,35567726.9%
Total2,1903,4035,4644,43326.5%

Top Suppliers of Ink to Kenya in 2022:

  1. China (244.8 tons)
  2. France (100.1 tons)
  3. Egypt (57.2 tons)
  4. India (40.6 tons)
  5. South Africa (31.4 tons)
  6. Pakistan (11.6 tons)
  7. Finland (9.4 tons)
  8. Jordan (5.1 tons)

Ink Exports in Kenya

In 2022, overseas shipments of inks (excluding printing ink) increased by 53% to 1.3 tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, exports, however, showed a abrupt slump.

In value terms, ink exports soared to $29K in 2022. In general, total exports indicated measured growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% 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 -16.6% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 32%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $35K. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Export of Ink in Kenya (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United Kingdom1.22.97.18.995.0%
Angola1.82.72.23.322.4%
Uganda0.32.12.73.3122.4%
South Sudan2.13.91.22.44.6%
Somalia8.77.23.21.7-42.0%
RwandaN/A0.50.41.678.9%
BurundiN/A2.2N/A0.6-47.8%
Tanzania1.91.50.70.3-46.0%
United States4.84.2N/AN/A-12.5%
Others5.57.85.87.29.4%
Total26.535.123.429.33.4%

Top Export Markets for Ink from Kenya in 2022:

  1. Angola (454.0 kg)
  2. South Sudan (249.0 kg)
  3. Rwanda (182.0 kg)
  4. Uganda (145.0 kg)
  5. United Kingdom (92.0 kg)
  6. Burundi (30.0 kg)
  7. Tanzania (25.0 kg)
  8. Somalia (24.0 kg)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ink 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 20593000 - Inks (excluding printing ink)

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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    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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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
  6. 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. 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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