Desktop computers imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported desktop computers worth $21.2 million (515 tonnes). That is 57% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $21.2M | 515 t |
| 2023 | $13.5M | 126 t |
| 2022 | $16.5M | 92 t |
| 2021 | $9.6M | 84 t |
| 2020 | $9.1M | 79 t |
| 2019 | $18.8M | 144 t |
| 2018 | $11.2M | 89 t |
| 2017 | $12.5M | 126 t |
Where Kuwait imports desktop computers from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+526% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.1M | 52% |
| Belgium | $3.0M | 14% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.7M | 13% |
| Taiwan | $1.5M | 7.3% |
| United States | $1.0M | 4.9% |
| France | $342K | 1.6% |
| Mexico | $267K | 1.3% |
| Poland | $197K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $178K | 0.8% |
| Japan | $139K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $41.23 per kg, 64% below the world average of $113.21, 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.
Desktop computers exports from Kuwait
Kuwait exported $245 thousand of desktop computers in 2024 (1 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+148% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $151K | 62% |
| Germany | $39K | 16% |
| United States | $16K | 6.7% |
| India | $13K | 5.3% |
| Pakistan | $12K | 5% |
| Hungary | $10K | 4.1% |
| New Zealand | $1K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0.3% |
| France | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait desktop computers imports (HS 8471.41): 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 8471.41: Automatic data processing machines: comprising in the same housing at least a central processing unit and an input and output unit, whether or not combined, n.e.c. in item no. 8471.30.
Common questions
What is the value of desktop computers imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported desktop computers worth $21.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 515 tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 57% on 2023.
Which countries supply desktop computers to Kuwait?
China was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($11.1 million), followed by Belgium (14%) and the United Arab Emirates (13%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 526% on the year.
What is the average import price of desktop computers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $41.23 per kg in 2024, 64% below the world average of $113.21 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of desktop computers to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.5 million in 2017 to $21.2 million in 2024, an increase of 69%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $14.1 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export desktop computers?
Yes. Kuwait exported $245 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Germany and the United States. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $21.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for desktop computers?
The HS code for desktop computers is subheading 8471.41. 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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