Disposable paper tableware imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Kuwait imported disposable paper tableware worth $17.1 million (6.4 thousand tonnes). That is 6% less 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 | $17.1M | 6.4K t |
| 2023 | $18.3M | 7.9K t |
| 2022 | $21.3M | 5.0K t |
| 2021 | $16.5M | 5.3K t |
| 2020 | $11.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $11.8M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $10.2M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $10.3M | 3.1K t |
Where Kuwait imports disposable paper tableware from
The largest suppliers were China (40%), Saudi Arabia (27%), United Arab Emirates (20%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+517% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.9M | 40% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.7M | 27% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3.4M | 20% |
| Ireland | $376K | 2.2% |
| United States | $329K | 1.9% |
| Qatar | $298K | 1.7% |
| Syria | $258K | 1.5% |
| India | $159K | 0.9% |
| Italy | $126K | 0.7% |
| Indonesia | $112K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.68 per kg, close to the world average of $3.17.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Disposable paper tableware exports from Kuwait
Kuwait exported $4.1 million of disposable paper tableware in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Qatar alone took 58% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | $2.4M | 58% |
| United Arab Emirates | $624K | 15% |
| Saudi Arabia | $582K | 14% |
| Oman | $301K | 7.4% |
| Bahrain | $103K | 2.5% |
| Jordan | $64K | 1.6% |
| Iraq | $10K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $7K | 0.2% |
| United States | $6K | 0.2% |
| Mozambique | $4K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait disposable paper tableware imports (HS 4823.69): 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 4823.69: Paper and paperboard: trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of paper or paperboard other than of bamboo.
Common questions
What is the value of disposable paper tableware imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported disposable paper tableware worth $17.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 40th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply disposable paper tableware to Kuwait?
China was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($6.9 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (27%) and the United Arab Emirates (20%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 517% on the year.
What is the average import price of disposable paper tableware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.68 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $3.17 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of disposable paper tableware to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.3 million in 2017 to $17.1 million in 2024, an increase of 67%. The peak was 2022 at $21.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.6 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export disposable paper tableware?
Yes. Kuwait exported $4.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $13.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for disposable paper tableware?
The HS code for disposable paper tableware is subheading 4823.69. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4823 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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