Kenya - Glass Fibres And Glass Wool - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Price for Glass Fibres and Wool in Kenya - 2021

Contents:

  1. Price for Glass Fibres and Wool in Kenya (CIF) - 2022
  2. Price for Glass Fibres and Wool in Kenya (FOB) - 2022
  3. Imports of Glass Fibres and Wool in Kenya
  4. Exports of Glass Fibres and Wool in Kenya

Price for Glass Fibres and Wool in Kenya (CIF) - 2022

The average glass fibres and wool import price stood at $1,739 per ton in 2022, which is down by -56.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a deep setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2015 when the average import price increased by 53%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $5,991 per ton. From 2016 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Spain ($11,700 per ton), while the price for China ($1,344 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+1.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Price for Glass Fibres and Wool in Kenya (FOB) - 2022

The average glass fibres and wool export price stood at $3,852 per ton in 2022, rising by 82% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The export price peaked at $4,431 per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Burundi ($8,700 per ton), while the average price for exports to Rwanda ($2,103 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 Burundi (+13.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Glass Fibres and Wool in Kenya

In 2022, the amount of glass fibres and glass wool imported into Kenya skyrocketed to 958 tons, picking up by 60% against the previous year's figure. In general, imports saw a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 123% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, glass fibres and wool imports declined rapidly to $1.7M in 2022. Overall, imports enjoyed a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 99% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $2.4M, and then contracted markedly in the following year.

Import of Glass Fibres and Wool in Kenya (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China7636591,1781,18315.7%
India64.013327520447.2%
United Arab Emirates39.328.150.068.920.6%
Others413377879210-20.2%
Total1,2791,1972,3821,6669.2%

Top Suppliers of Glass Fibres and Wool to Kenya in 2022:

  1. China (879.8 tons)
  2. India (34.6 tons)
  3. United Arab Emirates (21.4 tons)

Exports of Glass Fibres and Wool in Kenya

In 2022, approx. 21 tons of glass fibres and glass wool were exported from Kenya; growing by 65% compared with 2021 figures. Overall, exports recorded a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 304%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, glass fibres and wool exports soared to $80K in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate significant growth. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Export of Glass Fibres and Wool in Kenya (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Tanzania1.78.33.635.3174.9%
South Sudan0.70.30.518.4197.3%
Uganda1.91.21.69.571.0%
Rwanda3.55.33.66.120.3%
Democratic Republic of the Congo2.22.61.54.829.7%
Zambia1.41.21.13.839.5%
Burundi2.73.10.90.3-51.9%
Mozambique3.0N/AN/AN/A0%
Saudi ArabiaN/A21.911.3N/A-48.4%
Others4.04.32.61.5-27.9%
Total21.148.126.679.755.7%

Top Export Markets for Glass Fibres and Wool from Kenya in 2022:

  1. Burundi (undefined tons)
  2. Tanzania (9.1 tons)
  3. South Sudan (5.5 tons)
  4. Rwanda (2.9 tons)
  5. Uganda (1.5 tons)
  6. Zambia (0.9 tons)
  7. Democratic Republic of the Congo (0.7 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for glass fibres and wool 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 23141297 - Glass fibres, incl. glass wool, and articles thereof (excl. staple fibres, rovings, yarn, chopped strands, woven fabrics, also narrow fabrics, thin sheets voiles, webs, mats, mattresses and boards and similar nonwoven products, mineral wool and articles thereof, electrical insulators or parts thereof, optical fibres, fibre bundles or cable, brushes of glass fibres, and dolls' wigs)

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

    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

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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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