Alloy steel angle imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported alloy steel angle worth $8.7 million (15.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 31% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8.7M | 15.3K t |
| 2023 | $6.6M | 10.9K t |
| 2022 | $6.3M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $7.3M | 10.8K t |
| 2020 | $8.3M | 16.1K t |
| 2019 | $9.9M | 17.7K t |
| 2018 | $8.0M | 13.1K t |
| 2017 | $10.2M | 23.3K t |
Where Kuwait imports alloy steel angle from
China alone supplied 96% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.3M | 96% |
| Turkey | $241K | 2.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $107K | 1.2% |
| United States | $22K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.57 per kg, 51% below the world average of $1.16, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Alloy steel angle exports from Kuwait
Exports of alloy steel angle by Kuwait reached $571 thousand in 2024 (733 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Qatar accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | $571K | 100% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait alloy steel angle imports (HS 7228.70): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 7228.70: Steel, alloy: angles, shapes and sections.
Common questions
What is the value of alloy steel angle imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported alloy steel angle worth $8.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 188 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply alloy steel angle to Kuwait?
China was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($8.3 million), followed by Turkey (3%) and the United Arab Emirates (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 36% on the year.
What is the average import price of alloy steel angle per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.57 per kg in 2024, 51% below the world average of $1.16 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of alloy steel angle to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.2 million in 2017 to $8.7 million in 2024, a fall of 15%. The peak was 2017 at $10.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.2 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export alloy steel angle?
Yes. Kuwait exported $571 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $8.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for alloy steel angle?
The HS code for alloy steel angle is subheading 7228.70. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7228 page.
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