Disinfectant imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of disinfectant by Kuwait reached $14.0 million in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). That is 12% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $29.8 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 | $14.0M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $15.9M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $17.3M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $24.4M | 4.6K t |
| 2020 | $29.8M | 6.4K t |
| 2019 | $16.0M | 3.9K t |
| 2018 | $10.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $10.2M | 2.2K t |
Where Kuwait imports disinfectant from
One supplier dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 77% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+51% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $10.7M | 77% |
| United Kingdom | $956K | 6.9% |
| United States | $647K | 4.6% |
| Germany | $460K | 3.3% |
| Switzerland | $284K | 2% |
| Turkey | $150K | 1.1% |
| China | $131K | 0.9% |
| France | $115K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $92K | 0.7% |
| Spain | $85K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.61 per kg, 53% above the world average of $3.01. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Disinfectant exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported disinfectant worth $2.2 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). Oman alone took 85% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+63% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Oman | $1.9M | 85% |
| Qatar | $186K | 8.4% |
| Yemen | $44K | 2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $41K | 1.8% |
| Jordan | $37K | 1.6% |
| Bahrain | $27K | 1.2% |
| Angola | $9K | 0.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait disinfectant imports (HS 3808.94): 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 3808.94: Disinfectants: other than containing goods specified in Subheading Note 1 in this Chapter: put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles.
Common questions
What is the value of disinfectant imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported disinfectant worth $14.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 56th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply disinfectant to Kuwait?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 77% of the value ($10.7 million), followed by the United Kingdom (7%) and the United States (5%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 166% on the year.
What is the average import price of disinfectant per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.61 per kg in 2024, 53% above the world average of $3.01 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of disinfectant to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.2 million in 2017 to $14.0 million in 2024, an increase of 37%. The peak was 2020 at $29.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.3 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export disinfectant?
Yes. Kuwait exported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Oman, Qatar and Yemen. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $11.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for disinfectant?
The HS code for disinfectant is subheading 3808.94. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3808 page.
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