Computer systems imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported computer systems worth $12.8 million (73 tonnes). Value rose 10% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $18.4 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 | $12.8M | 73 t |
| 2023 | $11.6M | 75 t |
| 2022 | $11.5M | 57 t |
| 2021 | $6.0M | 47 t |
| 2020 | $14.1M | 156 t |
| 2019 | $18.4M | 120 t |
| 2018 | $14.1M | 168 t |
| 2017 | $8.4M | 75 t |
Where Kuwait imports computer systems from
The largest suppliers were Germany (35%), Poland (16%), China (16%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+875% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $4.4M | 35% |
| Poland | $2.0M | 16% |
| China | $2.0M | 16% |
| Netherlands | $1.4M | 11% |
| United States | $752K | 5.9% |
| Japan | $338K | 2.6% |
| Ireland | $320K | 2.5% |
| Belgium | $249K | 2% |
| Bahrain | $216K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $142K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $175.03 per kg, close to the world average of $167.68.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait computer systems imports (HS 8471.49): 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 8471.49: Automatic data processing machines: presented in the form of systems, n.e.c. in item no. 8471.30 or 8471.41.
Common questions
What is the value of computer systems imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported computer systems worth $12.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 73 tonnes. That ranks it 70th of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply computer systems to Kuwait?
Germany was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by Poland (16%) and China (16%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 875% on the year.
What is the average import price of computer systems per kg?
The average declared import value was about $175.03 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $167.68 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of computer systems to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.4 million in 2017 to $12.8 million in 2024, an increase of 53%. The peak was 2019 at $18.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for computer systems?
The HS code for computer systems is subheading 8471.49. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8471 page.
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