Kenya - Silica Sands (Quartz Sands Or Industrial Sands) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Contents:
- Silica Sand Price in Kenya (CIF) - 2022
- Silica Sand Price in Kenya (FOB) - 2022
- Silica Sand Imports in Kenya
- Silica Sand Exports in Kenya
Silica Sand Price in Kenya (CIF) - 2022
The average silica sand import price stood at $265 per ton in 2022, remaining constant against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a slight slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average import price increased by 755%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $587 per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.
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 the Netherlands ($1,866 per ton), while the price for Pakistan ($8.6 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+3.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.
Silica Sand Price in Kenya (FOB) - 2022
In 2022, the average silica sand export price amounted to $172 per ton, leveling off at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 an increase of 107% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $494 per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Rwanda ($196 per ton), while the average price for exports to Tanzania ($119 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 (+1.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.
Silica Sand Imports in Kenya
In 2022, purchases abroad of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) decreased by -32.9% to 1.5K tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 193%. As a result, imports reached the peak of 2.2K tons, and then fell rapidly in the following year.
In value terms, silica sand imports shrank remarkably to $388K in 2022. Overall, imports, however, saw a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 198% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $581K, and then shrank markedly in the following year.
| Import of Silica Sand in Kenya (Thousand USD) | |||||
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| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| United States | 55.9 | 72.7 | 171 | 123 | 30.1% |
| Netherlands | 12.5 | 6.7 | 152 | 90.1 | 93.2% |
| India | 36.8 | 57.0 | 131 | 78.9 | 28.9% |
| France | 15.5 | 30.4 | 24.9 | 38.7 | 35.7% |
| Italy | 0.2 | 0.7 | 3.5 | 14.6 | 317.9% |
| Egypt | 1.4 | 2.2 | 9.9 | 5.9 | 61.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | 17.6 | 5.6 | 7.9 | 3.0 | -44.6% |
| Pakistan | 3.6 | 3.1 | 4.9 | 2.4 | -12.6% |
| Mozambique | N/A | N/A | 41.7 | N/A | 0% |
| Others | 21.8 | 16.9 | 33.4 | 31.6 | 13.2% |
| Total | 165 | 195 | 581 | 388 | 33.0% |
Top Suppliers of Silica Sand to Kenya in 2022:
- India (585.2 tons)
- Pakistan (272.3 tons)
- United States (183.9 tons)
- Italy (167.3 tons)
- Netherlands (48.3 tons)
- Egypt (46.3 tons)
- France (33.7 tons)
- United Arab Emirates (15.5 tons)
Silica Sand Exports in Kenya
In 2022, approx. 1.1K tons of silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands) were exported from Kenya; increasing by 1.8% compared with the previous year's figure. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 7.3% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 1.1K tons; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.
In value terms, silica sand exports rose slightly to $183K in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +2.8% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 12%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $188K. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
| Export of Silica Sand in Kenya (Thousand USD) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Uganda | 142 | 136 | 91.5 | 137 | -1.2% |
| Tanzania | 4.6 | 15.2 | 66.3 | 31.0 | 88.9% |
| Rwanda | 12.3 | 5.9 | 6.2 | 2.7 | -39.7% |
| Others | 9.6 | 30.7 | 14.2 | 12.3 | 8.6% |
| Total | 168 | 188 | 178 | 183 | 2.9% |
Top Export Markets for Silica Sand from Kenya in 2022:
- Uganda (784.6 tons)
- Tanzania (259.9 tons)
- Rwanda (13.8 tons)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the silica sand 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 08121150 - Silica sands (quartz sands or industrial sands)
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
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- 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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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In 2016, approx. X tons of silica sand were imported worldwide- coming up by X% against the previous year level. Overall, it indicated a remarkable expansion from 2007 to 2016: the total imports...
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In 2016, approx. X tons of silica sand were imported worldwide- coming up by X% against the previous year level. Overall, it indicated a remarkable expansion from 2007 to 2016: the total imports...
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The U.S. continued its dominance in the global natural sand trade. In 2014, the U.S. exported X thousand tons of natural sands totaling X million USD, X% over the previous year. Its primary trading partner was Canada, where it supplied X% of
2001
For the third consecutive year, the global silica sands market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by...
2005
In 2016, approx. X tons of silica sand were imported worldwide- coming up by X% against the previous year level. Overall, it indicated a remarkable expansion from 2007 to 2016: the total imports...
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In 2016, approx. X tons of silica sand were imported worldwide- coming up by X% against the previous year level. Overall, it indicated a remarkable expansion from 2007 to 2016: the total imports...
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