Canned vegetables (other) imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of canned vegetables (other) by Kuwait reached $22.1 million in 2024 (16.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $44.9 million.
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 | $22.1M | 16.1K t |
| 2023 | $21.7M | 15.1K t |
| 2022 | $22.8M | 9.6K t |
| 2021 | $21.2M | 12.3K t |
| 2020 | $24.2M | 16.2K t |
| 2019 | $44.9M | 72.5K t |
| 2018 | $20.0M | 12.7K t |
| 2017 | $20.8M | 13.2K t |
Where Kuwait imports canned vegetables (other) from
The largest suppliers were United Arab Emirates (37%), Saudi Arabia (21%), China (14%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+187% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $8.2M | 37% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.6M | 21% |
| China | $3.2M | 14% |
| Turkey | $1.8M | 8% |
| Egypt | $970K | 4.4% |
| United States | $911K | 4.1% |
| Jordan | $609K | 2.8% |
| Lebanon | $472K | 2.1% |
| France | $299K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $299K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.37 per kg, 28% below the world average of $1.90, 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.
Canned vegetables (other) exports from Kuwait
Kuwait exported $514 thousand of canned vegetables (other) in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 93% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+79% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $476K | 93% |
| Jordan | $15K | 2.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $13K | 2.5% |
| Iraq | $6K | 1.2% |
| Qatar | $3K | 0.6% |
| Egypt | $2K | 0.3% |
| Bahrain | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait canned vegetables (other) imports (HS 2005.99): 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 2005.99: Vegetable preparations: vegetables and mixtures of vegetables n.e.c. in heading no. 2005, prepared or preserved otherwise than by vinegar or acetic acid, not frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of canned vegetables (other) imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported canned vegetables (other) worth $22.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 224 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply canned vegetables (other) to Kuwait?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($8.2 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (21%) and China (14%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 187% on the year.
What is the average import price of canned vegetables (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.37 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $1.90 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of canned vegetables (other) to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.8 million in 2017 to $22.1 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. The peak was 2019 at $44.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.7 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export canned vegetables (other)?
Yes. Kuwait exported $514 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Jordan and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $21.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for canned vegetables (other)?
The HS code for canned vegetables (other) is subheading 2005.99. It sits in HS chapter 20 (preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2005 page.
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