Calcined petroleum coke exports from Kuwait: data, top buyers and prices
Kuwait exported $81.8 million of calcined petroleum coke in 2024 (196.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 81 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 62% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $258.0 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $81.8M | 196.9K t |
| 2023 | $213.6M | 265.1K t |
| 2022 | $258.0M | 345.6K t |
| 2021 | $141.9M | 340.6K t |
| 2020 | $75.6M | 258.7K t |
| 2019 | $59.6M | 148.1K t |
| 2018 | $96.8M | 263.5K t |
| 2017 | $21.0M | 90.3K t |
Where Kuwait exports calcined petroleum coke to
The largest buyer markets were India (32%), Qatar (23%), Egypt (18%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+179% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $25.8M | 32% |
| Qatar | $18.8M | 23% |
| Egypt | $14.6M | 18% |
| New Zealand | $10.5M | 13% |
| Bahrain | $6.3M | 7.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $5.8M | 7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.42 per kg, close to the world average of $0.45.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Calcined petroleum coke imports to Kuwait
Kuwait imported $734 thousand of calcined petroleum coke in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: India accounted for 92% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+39% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $679K | 93% |
| United States | $35K | 4.7% |
| China | $17K | 2.3% |
| Switzerland | $4K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait calcined petroleum coke exports (HS 2713.12): 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 2713.12: Petroleum coke: calcined, obtained from bituminous minerals.
Common questions
What is the value of calcined petroleum coke exported by Kuwait?
Kuwait exported calcined petroleum coke worth $81.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 196.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 81 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 62% on 2023.
Which countries buy calcined petroleum coke from Kuwait?
India was the largest buyer with 32% of the value ($25.8 million), followed by Qatar (23%) and Egypt (18%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 6 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 179% on the year.
What is the average export price of calcined petroleum coke per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.42 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $0.45 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of calcined petroleum coke from Kuwait changed since 2017?
Exports went from $21.0 million in 2017 to $81.8 million in 2024, an increase of 289%. The peak was 2022 at $258.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $118.5 million a year.
Does Kuwait also import calcined petroleum coke?
Yes. Kuwait imported $734 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, the United States and China. On balance Kuwait is a net exporter of this product, by about $81.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for calcined petroleum coke?
The HS code for calcined petroleum coke is subheading 2713.12. It sits in HS chapter 27 (mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation; bituminous substances; mineral waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2713 page.
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