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Kenya: Frozen Catfish Market 2022

Frozen Catfish Market Size in Kenya

In 2020, the Kenyan frozen catfish market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, consumption posted buoyant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the market value increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2020, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Frozen Catfish Exports

Exports from Kenya

Frozen catfish exports from Kenya totaled X kg in 2020, approximately reflecting the previous year. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a precipitous decrease. Exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, frozen catfish exports totaled $X in 2020. Overall, exports faced a sharp contraction. Over the period under review, exports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2020, exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Rwanda (X tons) was the main destination for frozen catfish exports from Kenya, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2014, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Rwanda stood at -X%.

In value terms, Rwanda ($X) also remains the key foreign market for frozen catfish exports from Kenya.

From 2007 to 2014, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Rwanda stood at -X%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2014, the average frozen catfish export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price posted a strong expansion. As a result, export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Rwanda.

From 2007 to 2014, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Rwanda amounted to +X% per year.

Frozen Catfish Imports

Imports into Kenya

In 2020, overseas purchases of frozen catfish increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. In general, imports recorded a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2020, imports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, frozen catfish imports reached $X in 2020. Over the period under review, imports posted prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2020, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2020, Vietnam (X tons) was the main supplier of frozen catfish to Kenya, with a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume from Vietnam amounted to +X%.

In value terms, Vietnam ($X) constituted the largest supplier of frozen catfish to Kenya.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value from Vietnam stood at +X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average frozen catfish import price stood at $X per ton in 2020, reducing by -X% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated a tangible increase from 2007 to 2020: its price increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last thirteen-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2020 figures, frozen catfish import price increased by +X% against 2014 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 an increase of X% y-o-y. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2019, and then contracted in the following year.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Vietnam.

From 2007 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Vietnam amounted to +X% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for frozen catfish in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of frozen catfish consumption in 2020 were Vietnam, Colombia and Thailand, together accounting for 45% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Saudi Arabia, Cote d'Ivoire, Cameroon, Denmark, Democratic Republic of the Congo, the U.S., Qatar, China, Russia and South Korea, which together accounted for a further 30%.

What are the largest producers of frozen catfish in the world?

Vietnam remains the largest frozen catfish producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 75% of total volume. Moreover, frozen catfish production in Vietnam exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, more than tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Thailand, with a 5.4% share.

What are the leading suppliers of frozen catfish to Kenya?

In value terms, Vietnam constituted the largest supplier of frozen catfish to Kenya.

What are the leading importers of frozen catfish from Kenya?

In value terms, Rwanda remains the key foreign market for frozen catfish exports from Kenya.

What is the average export price for frozen catfish in Kenya?

In 2014, the average frozen catfish export price amounted to $2,389 per ton, rising by 11% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for frozen catfish in Kenya?

The average frozen catfish import price stood at $2,441 per ton in 2020, falling by -4.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen catfish 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 2025.

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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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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