Product Code: ETC191822 | Publication Date: May 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 40 | No. of Tables: 7 | |
The Kenya zinc oxide market is expanding with applications in rubber manufacturing, ceramics, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products. Zinc oxide is valued for its UV protection properties in sunscreens and its role as a vulcanization activator in rubber processing. The market growth is driven by the increasing use of zinc oxide in various industrial and consumer applications.
In Kenya, the zinc oxide market is primarily driven by its applications in the rubber, ceramics, and pharmaceutical industries. Zinc oxide is valued for its unique properties, including UV protection, anti-microbial properties, and catalytic activity. The market growth is also supported by the rising demand for zinc oxide in cosmetics and personal care products due to its soothing and protective qualities for skin.
The Kenya zinc oxide market encounters challenges due to the high costs associated with imported products and limited local production. Quality control issues and the need for specialized storage facilities also pose significant barriers to market expansion.
Kenya government policies on the zinc oxide market support industrial applications in sectors such as rubber manufacturing, ceramics, and pharmaceuticals. The government collaborates with manufacturers to promote local production and reduce import dependency. Regulatory bodies oversee the quality and safety standards of zinc oxide products, ensuring compliance with international regulations. The government provides incentives such as tax breaks and subsidies to encourage investment in zinc oxide production facilities. These policies aim to stimulate economic growth, create jobs, and support sustainable development in Kenya.
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 Zinc Oxide Market Overview |
3.1 Kenya Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2028F |
3.3 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Process, 2021 & 2028F |
3.6 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2028F |
4 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growth in the cosmetics and personal care industry, where zinc oxide is used in sunscreen and skincare products. |
4.2.2 Increasing demand for zinc oxide in the pharmaceutical sector for applications like ointments and skin treatments. |
4.2.3 Rising awareness about the benefits of using zinc oxide in various industrial applications such as rubber manufacturing and ceramics. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials used in zinc oxide production can impact the market. |
4.3.2 Stringent regulations and standards regarding the use of zinc oxide in certain applications may hinder market growth. |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative products or substitutes that offer similar properties at a lower cost. |
5 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Trends |
6 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market, By Types |
6.1 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market, By Process |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, By Process, 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.3 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, By Indirect Process (French Process), 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.4 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, By Direct Process (American Process), 2018 - 2028F |
6.1.5 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, By Wet Process, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, By Rubber & Tyres, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2.3 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, By Ceramics & Glass, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2.4 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical & Cosmetics, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2.5 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, By Agriculture, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2.6 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, By Paints & Coatings, 2018 - 2028F |
6.2.7 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2018 - 2028F |
7 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage increase in the number of new product launches containing zinc oxide in the cosmetics and personal care industry. |
8.2 Growth in the number of pharmaceutical companies incorporating zinc oxide in their product formulations. |
8.3 Expansion of industrial applications utilizing zinc oxide in Kenya. |
9 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Opportunity Assessment, By Process, 2021 & 2028F |
9.2 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2028F |
10 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2021 |
10.2 Kenya Zinc Oxide Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |