Coated arc welding electrodes imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported coated arc welding electrodes worth $4.4 million (2.4 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $13.4 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 | $4.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $4.5M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $3.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $6.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $9.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $13.4M | 4.8K t |
| 2017 | $12.3M | 5.0K t |
Where Kuwait imports coated arc welding electrodes from
The largest suppliers were United States (26%), China (24%), India (15%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+194% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.2M | 26% |
| China | $1.0M | 24% |
| India | $674K | 15% |
| Malaysia | $448K | 10% |
| Austria | $366K | 8.3% |
| South Korea | $256K | 5.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $236K | 5.4% |
| Germany | $64K | 1.5% |
| Switzerland | $41K | 0.9% |
| Sweden | $32K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.80 per kg, close to the world average of $2.15.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Coated arc welding electrodes exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported coated arc welding electrodes worth $458 thousand (221 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 74% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+74% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $339K | 74% |
| Oman | $88K | 19% |
| Iraq | $14K | 3% |
| China | $14K | 3% |
| Bahrain | $2K | 0.4% |
| Jordan | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait coated arc welding electrodes imports (HS 8311.10): 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 8311.10: Electrodes: coated, of base metal, for electric arc-welding.
Common questions
What is the value of coated arc welding electrodes imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported coated arc welding electrodes worth $4.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 80th of 217 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply coated arc welding electrodes to Kuwait?
The United States was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by China (24%) and India (15%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 432% on the year.
What is the average import price of coated arc welding electrodes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.80 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $2.15 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of coated arc welding electrodes to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.3 million in 2017 to $4.4 million in 2024, a fall of 64%. The peak was 2018 at $13.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.2 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export coated arc welding electrodes?
Yes. Kuwait exported $458 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Oman and Iraq. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $3.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for coated arc welding electrodes?
The HS code for coated arc welding electrodes is subheading 8311.10. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8311 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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