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Kenya: Acyclic Hydrocarbons Market 2024

Acyclic Hydrocarbons Market Size in Kenya

In 2020, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in the Kenyan acyclic hydrocarbons market, when its value decreased by X% to $X. Overall, consumption, however, showed a resilient increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2019, and then reduced rapidly in the following year.

Acyclic Hydrocarbons Exports

Exports from Kenya

In 2020, overseas shipments of acyclic hydrocarbons decreased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a two-year rising trend. In general, exports continue to indicate a pronounced setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons, and then reduced rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, acyclic hydrocarbons exports reduced sharply to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports recorded a noticeable shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at $X in 2019, and then contracted notably in the following year.

Exports by Country

Tanzania (X tons), Zambia (X tons) and Uganda (X tons) were the main destinations of acyclic hydrocarbons exports from Kenya, with a combined X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Zambia (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Tanzania ($X), Zambia ($X) and Uganda ($X) were the largest markets for acyclic hydrocarbons exported from Kenya worldwide, together accounting for X% of total exports.

Zambia, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

In 2020, the average acyclic hydrocarbons export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of X%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2020, the average 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 ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Zambia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Malawi (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Acyclic Hydrocarbons Imports

Imports into Kenya

After two years of growth, supplies from abroad of acyclic hydrocarbons decreased by X% to X tons in 2020. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed a buoyant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2019, and then shrank markedly in the following year.

In value terms, acyclic hydrocarbons imports contracted remarkably to $X in 2020. In general, imports, however, posted a moderate increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2019, and then dropped rapidly in the following year.

Imports by Country

Romania (X tons), Singapore (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) were the main suppliers of acyclic hydrocarbons imports to Kenya, with a combined X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Singapore (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Romania ($X), Singapore ($X) and the Netherlands ($X) were the largest acyclic hydrocarbons suppliers to Kenya, with a combined X% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Singapore, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the average acyclic hydrocarbons import price amounted to $X per ton, declining by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the average import price increased by X%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2020, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while the price for Thailand ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sweden (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for acyclic hydrocarbons in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2023 were Mexico, China and Japan, with a combined 47% share of global consumption. South Korea, the United States, Russia, Germany, Indonesia, India, the UK, Belgium and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 31%.

What are the largest producers of acyclic hydrocarbons in the world?

The country with the largest volume of acyclic hydrocarbons production was Mexico, accounting for 25% of total volume. Moreover, acyclic hydrocarbons production in Mexico exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Japan, twofold. China ranked third in terms of total production with a 10% share.

What are the leading suppliers of acyclic hydrocarbons to Kenya?

In value terms, the largest acyclic hydrocarbons suppliers to Kenya were Romania, Singapore and the Netherlands, together accounting for 76% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of acyclic hydrocarbons from Kenya?

In value terms, the largest markets for acyclic hydrocarbons exported from Kenya were Tanzania, Zambia and Uganda, with a combined 96% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for acyclic hydrocarbons in Kenya?

In 2020, the average acyclic hydrocarbons export price amounted to $1,518 per ton, rising by 3.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for acyclic hydrocarbons in Kenya?

In 2020, the average acyclic hydrocarbons import price amounted to $1,046 per ton, dropping by -9.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the acyclic hydrocarbons 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 20141120 - Saturated acyclic hydrocarbons
Prodcom 20141130 - Ethylene
Prodcom 20141140 - Propene (propylene)
Prodcom 20141150 - Butene (butylene) and isomers thereof
Prodcom 20141160 - Buta-1,3-diene and isoprene
Prodcom 20141165 -
Prodcom 20141167 -
Prodcom 20141190 - Unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbons (excluding ethylene, p ropene, butene, buta-1,3-diene and isoprene)

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. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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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