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Kenya - Marble And Travertine Blocks And Slabs - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Price for Marble and Travertine Blocks in Kenya - 2021

Price for Marble and Travertine Blocks in Kenya (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average marble and travertine blocks import price amounted to $3,069 per ton, jumping by 442% against the previous year. In general, the import price enjoyed strong growth. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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 China ($3,111 per ton), while the price for India ($1,342 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 States (+74.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Price for Marble and Travertine Blocks in Kenya (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average marble and travertine blocks export price amounted to $535 per ton, with a decrease of -21.2% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by 61% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $679 per ton, and then contracted significantly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Tanzania ($5,993 per ton), while the average price for exports to Rwanda ($135 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to South Sudan (+1,212.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Marble and Travertine Blocks in Kenya

In 2022, overseas purchases of marble and travertine blocks and slabs decreased by -98.2% to 3.1 tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. In general, imports showed a sharp downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 0.3%. As a result, imports attained the peak of 238 tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, marble and travertine blocks imports fell sharply to $9.6K in 2022. Overall, imports saw a sharp contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 25% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $98K, and then dropped rapidly in the following year.

Import of Marble and Travertine Blocks in Kenya (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
China	2.1	3.8	3.0	9.4	64.8%
India	20.1	10.3	44.6	0.1	-82.9%
United States	N/A	N/A	N/A	0.1	0%
Spain	1.2	1.0	0.8	N/A	-18.4%
Uganda	11.0	12.7	18.0	N/A	27.9%
Egypt	29.0	8.8	5.3	N/A	-57.2%
Italy	10.9	9.1	11.0	N/A	0.5%
Pakistan	4.9	5.6	6.7	N/A	16.9%
Turkey	N/A	6.8	N/A	N/A	0%
Others	16.6	20.4	9.0	N/A	-26.4%
Total	95.8	78.5	98.4	9.6	-53.6%

Top Suppliers of Marble and Travertine Blocks to Kenya in 2022:

China (3038.0 kg)
United States (54.0 kg)
India (38.0 kg)

Exports of Marble and Travertine Blocks in Kenya

After two years of growth, overseas shipments of marble and travertine blocks and slabs decreased by -5.6% to 39 tons in 2022. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +9.6% from 2020 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 27%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 41 tons, and then shrank in the following year.

In value terms, marble and travertine blocks exports declined remarkably to $21K in 2022. Overall, exports, however, saw a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 105% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $28K, and then declined dramatically in the following year.

Export of Marble and Travertine Blocks in Kenya (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2020-2022
Tanzania	4.1	11.5	11.9	70.4%
Uganda	0.5	5.8	6.0	246.4%
Rwanda	2.1	2.9	3.0	19.5%
South Sudan	7.0	8.0	N/A	14.3%
Others	N/A	N/A	N/A	0%
Total	13.7	28.1	20.9	23.5%

Top Export Markets for Marble and Travertine Blocks from Kenya in 2022:

Rwanda (22.1 tons)
Uganda (15.0 tons)
Tanzania (2.0 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for marble and travertine blocks 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 08111136 - Marble and travertine merely cut into rectangular or square blocks or slabs

Country coverage:

Kenya

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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. 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