Facial tissues and paper towels imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of facial tissues and paper towels by Kuwait reached $21.9 million in 2024 (7.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 16% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $43.7 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 | $21.9M | 7.7K t |
| 2023 | $26.1M | 9.0K t |
| 2022 | $43.7M | 17.7K t |
| 2021 | $28.9M | 9.9K t |
| 2020 | $23.3M | 8.0K t |
| 2019 | $16.3M | 5.2K t |
| 2018 | $11.1M | 3.8K t |
| 2017 | $11.8M | 4.3K t |
Where Kuwait imports facial tissues and paper towels from
One supplier dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 67% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $14.7M | 67% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3.0M | 14% |
| China | $880K | 4% |
| Turkey | $652K | 3% |
| Bahrain | $524K | 2.4% |
| Italy | $462K | 2.1% |
| Egypt | $432K | 2% |
| United States | $309K | 1.4% |
| Austria | $296K | 1.4% |
| Jordan | $151K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.85 per kg, 24% above the world average of $2.29. 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.
Facial tissues and paper towels exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported facial tissues and paper towels worth $2.1 million (765 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 97% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+63% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $2.0M | 97% |
| Qatar | $37K | 1.8% |
| Bahrain | $11K | 0.5% |
| United States | $2K | 0.1% |
| Philippines | $2K | 0.1% |
| Lebanon | $1K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0% |
| Oman | $1K | 0% |
| Norway | $0K | 0% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait facial tissues and paper towels imports (HS 4818.20): 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 4818.20: Paper articles: handkerchiefs, cleansing or facial tissues and towels.
Common questions
What is the value of facial tissues and paper towels imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported facial tissues and paper towels worth $21.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply facial tissues and paper towels to Kuwait?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($14.7 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (14%) and China (4%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 145% on the year.
What is the average import price of facial tissues and paper towels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.85 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $2.29 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of facial tissues and paper towels to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.8 million in 2017 to $21.9 million in 2024, an increase of 85%. The peak was 2022 at $43.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.9 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export facial tissues and paper towels?
Yes. Kuwait exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Bahrain. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $19.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for facial tissues and paper towels?
The HS code for facial tissues and paper towels is subheading 4818.20. 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 4818 page.
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