Flow meters imports in Kuwait: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of flow meters by Kuwait reached $7.6 million in 2024 (57 tonnes). Value fell 46% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 24% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $52.1 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 | $7.6M | 57 t |
| 2023 | $14.2M | 313 t |
| 2022 | $12.3M | 93 t |
| 2021 | $14.1M | 176 t |
| 2020 | $18.7M | 393 t |
| 2019 | $29.9M | 540 t |
| 2018 | $51.6M | 991 t |
| 2017 | $52.1M | 1.0K t |
Where Kuwait imports flow meters from
Most of the value came from United States (18%), Germany (18%), India (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 46%. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+742% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.4M | 18% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 18% |
| India | $721K | 9.5% |
| Belgium | $690K | 9.1% |
| United Kingdom | $645K | 8.5% |
| China | $494K | 6.5% |
| France | $434K | 5.7% |
| Japan | $399K | 5.3% |
| Italy | $272K | 3.6% |
| Sweden | $242K | 3.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $132.40 per kg, 29% above the world average of $102.34. 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.
Flow meters exports from Kuwait
In 2024, Kuwait exported flow meters worth $683 thousand (13 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Saudi Arabia (45%), Netherlands (25%), United Arab Emirates (11%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+905% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $310K | 45% |
| Netherlands | $170K | 25% |
| United Arab Emirates | $72K | 11% |
| Norway | $47K | 6.9% |
| United States | $45K | 6.6% |
| Germany | $18K | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $11K | 1.5% |
| Egypt | $5K | 0.7% |
| Oman | $3K | 0.4% |
| Denmark | $2K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait flow meters imports (HS 9026.10): 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 9026.10: Instruments and apparatus: for measuring or checking the flow or level of liquids.
Common questions
What is the value of flow meters imported by Kuwait?
Kuwait imported flow meters worth $7.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 57 tonnes. That ranks it 72nd of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply flow meters to Kuwait?
The United States was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Germany (18%) and India (10%). The top three together account for 46%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 742% on the year.
What is the average import price of flow meters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $132.40 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $102.34 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of flow meters to Kuwait changed since 2017?
Imports went from $52.1 million in 2017 to $7.6 million in 2024, a fall of 85%. The peak was 2017 at $52.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $25.1 million a year.
Does Kuwait also export flow meters?
Yes. Kuwait exported $683 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the Netherlands and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Kuwait is a net importer of this product, by about $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for flow meters?
The HS code for flow meters is subheading 9026.10. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9026 page.
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