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Kenya: Sulphur Market 2024

Sulphur Market Size in Kenya

In 2022, the Kenyan sulphur market decreased by X% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Overall, consumption, however, showed a strong increase. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X, and then dropped significantly in the following year.

Sulphur Exports

Exports from Kenya

Sulphur exports from Kenya declined rapidly to X tons in 2022, reducing by X% compared with 2021 figures. In general, exports saw a noticeable decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, sulphur exports reduced notably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Niger (X tons) was the main destination for sulphur exports from Kenya, with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Tanzania (X tons), with a X% share of total exports. Rwanda (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Niger was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Tanzania (X% per year) and Rwanda (X% per year).

In value terms, Niger ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for sulphur exports from Kenya, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Tanzania ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Uganda, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Niger was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Tanzania (X% per year) and Uganda (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sulphur export price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a abrupt setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of X% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 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 Tanzania ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Rwanda ($X 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 Tanzania (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

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Sulphur Imports

Imports into Kenya

After two years of growth, purchases abroad of sulphur decreased by X% to X tons in 2022. In general, imports, however, enjoyed strong growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons, and then dropped notably in the following year.

In value terms, sulphur imports declined sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, posted a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X, and then dropped notably in the following year.

Imports by Country

The United Arab Emirates (X tons), Russia (X tons) and Turkey (X tons) were the main suppliers of sulphur imports to Kenya, with a combined X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X), Russia ($X) and Turkey ($X) constituted the largest sulphur suppliers to Kenya, with a combined X% share of total imports.

The United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average sulphur import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat 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 United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while the price for Iran ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Russia (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 sulphur in the world?

China remains the largest sulphur consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 31% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Morocco, with a 7.1% share.

What are the largest producers of sulphur in the world?

Japan remains the largest sulphur producing country worldwide, accounting for 33% of total volume. Moreover, sulphur production in Japan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, twofold. The third position in this ranking was taken by the United States, with a 5.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of sulphur to Kenya?

In value terms, the largest sulphur suppliers to Kenya were the United Arab Emirates, Russia and Turkey, with a combined 71% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of sulphur from Kenya?

In value terms, Niger emerged as the key foreign market for sulphur exports from Kenya, comprising 92% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Tanzania, with a 5.6% share of total exports. It was followed by Uganda, with a 1.4% share.

What is the average export price for sulphur in Kenya?

The average sulphur export price stood at $363 per ton in 2022, reducing by -4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for sulphur in Kenya?

In 2022, the average sulphur import price amounted to $272 per ton, increasing by 89% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sulphur 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.

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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

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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