Cotton knit t-shirt imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cotton knit t-shirt by Kuwait reached $305.7 million in 2024 (27.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 133% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average.
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 | $305.7M | 27.9K t |
| 2023 | $131.0M | 5.7K t |
| 2022 | $216.5M | 6.4K t |
| 2021 | $188.4M | 5.9K t |
| 2020 | $95.4M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $129.6M | 5.0K t |
| 2018 | $110.8M | 4.7K t |
| 2017 | $92.9M | 3.6K t |
Where Kuwait imports cotton knit t-shirt from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+646% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $218.4M | 71% |
| United Arab Emirates | $19.8M | 6.5% |
| Bangladesh | $14.2M | 4.7% |
| India | $13.5M | 4.4% |
| Italy | $7.9M | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $5.6M | 1.8% |
| Egypt | $3.8M | 1.2% |
| Vietnam | $3.0M | 1% |
| Portugal | $2.6M | 0.9% |
| United Kingdom | $2.3M | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.94 per kg, 47% below the world average of $20.53, 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.
Cotton knit t-shirt exports from Kuwait
Kuwait exported $4.8 million of cotton knit t-shirt in 2024 (131 tonnes). United Arab Emirates alone took 71% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+597% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $3.4M | 71% |
| Iraq | $592K | 12% |
| Italy | $323K | 6.7% |
| Netherlands | $86K | 1.8% |
| El Salvador | $67K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $64K | 1.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $64K | 1.3% |
| Jordan | $47K | 1% |
| Qatar | $37K | 0.8% |
| Bahrain | $35K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait cotton knit t-shirt imports (HS 6109.10): 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 6109.10: T-shirts, singlets and other vests: of cotton, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton knit t-shirt imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported cotton knit t-shirt worth $305.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 27.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 224 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 133% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton knit t-shirt to Kuwait?
China was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($218.4 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (6%) and Bangladesh (5%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 113 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 646% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton knit t-shirt per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.94 per kg in 2024, 47% below the world average of $20.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton knit t-shirt to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $92.9 million in 2017 to $305.7 million in 2024, an increase of 229%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $158.8 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export cotton knit t-shirt?
Yes. Kuwait exported $4.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Iraq and Italy. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $300.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton knit t-shirt?
The HS code for cotton knit t-shirt is subheading 6109.10. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6109 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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