| Product Code: ETC301190 | Publication Date: Aug 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. The growth rate begins at 12.29% in 2025, climbs to a high of 13.02% in 2026, and moderates to 2.99% by 2029.

Kenya's Plastic Injection Molding Machine market is anticipated to experience a high growth rate of 12.16% by 2027, reflecting trends observed in the largest economy Egypt, followed by South Africa, Ethiopia, Algeria and Nigeria.

The plastic injection molding machine market in Kenya is expanding as demand for plastic products increases across various industries, including automotive, consumer goods, and packaging. This market is driven by the need for efficient and cost-effective manufacturing processes that can produce complex and high-precision plastic parts. Technological advancements in injection molding machinery, offering improved efficiency and energy savings, support market growth. Challenges include high initial investment costs and the need for skilled operators.
The plastic injection molding machine market in Kenya is influenced by the expanding plastics manufacturing sector, driven by the demand for molded plastic products in various industries such as automotive, packaging, and consumer goods.
The plastic injection molding machine market in Kenya encounters obstacles such as high initial investment costs and the need for advanced technical expertise. The market is dependent on imported machinery, which increases costs and complicates logistics. Additionally, there is a shortage of skilled operators and maintenance technicians, leading to operational inefficiencies and higher downtime. The rapid pace of technological advancements also necessitates continuous investment in upgrading machinery and training personnel.
The plastic injection molding machine market in Kenya encounters significant obstacles. High initial investment costs for advanced machinery are a major barrier, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). There is also a shortage of skilled labor to operate and maintain these machines, which hampers efficient production. Additionally, the market relies heavily on imports, making it susceptible to global supply chain disruptions. Limited local manufacturing capabilities and inadequate infrastructure further exacerbate these challenges.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Overview |
3.1 Kenya Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2028F |
3.3 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Machine Type, 2021 & 2028F |
3.6 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Clamping Force, 2021 & 2028F |
3.7 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-Use, 2021 & 2028F |
4 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing demand for plastic products in various industries such as automotive, packaging, and consumer goods. |
4.2.2 Technological advancements in plastic injection molding machines leading to increased efficiency and precision. |
4.2.3 Government initiatives promoting local manufacturing and industrialization. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting production costs. |
4.3.2 Lack of skilled labor and technical expertise in operating and maintaining plastic injection molding machines. |
4.3.3 Increasing competition from imported machines affecting the market share of local manufacturers. |
5 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Trends |
6 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market, By Types |
6.1 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market, By Machine Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By Machine Type, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.3 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By Hydraulic, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.4 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By All-Electric, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.5 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By Hybrid, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market, By Clamping Force |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By 0-200 Tons Force, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2.3 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By 201-500 Tons Force, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2.4 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By Above 500 Tons Force, 2018 - 2028F |
6.3 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market, By End-Use |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive, 2018 - 2028F |
6.3.3 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By Consumer Goods, 2018 - 2028F |
6.3.4 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging, 2018 - 2028F |
6.3.5 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By Healthcare, 2018 - 2028F |
6.3.6 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By Electricals & Electronics, 2018 - 2028F |
6.3.7 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2018 - 2028F |
7 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Energy efficiency of plastic injection molding machines. |
8.2 Machine downtime and maintenance frequency. |
8.3 Rate of adoption of automation and robotics in the plastic injection molding process. |
9 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Opportunity Assessment, By Machine Type, 2021 & 2028F |
9.2 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Opportunity Assessment, By Clamping Force, 2021 & 2028F |
9.3 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-Use, 2021 & 2028F |
10 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2021 |
10.2 Kenya Plastic Injection Molding Machine Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |