Fluting paper (other types) exports from Kuwait: data, top buyers and prices
Kuwait exported $14.8 million of fluting paper (other types) in 2024 (36.1 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $20.6 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14.8M | 36.1K t |
| 2023 | $15.3M | 34.0K t |
| 2022 | $20.6M | 33.6K t |
| 2021 | $17.2M | 27.9K t |
| 2020 | $8.6M | 21.8K t |
| 2019 | $5.0M | 12.0K t |
| 2018 | $604K | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $20.2M | 44.7K t |
Where Kuwait exports fluting paper (other types) to
Saudi Arabia alone took 99% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $14.6M | 99% |
| United Arab Emirates | $153K | 1% |
| Qatar | $52K | 0.4% |
| Bahrain | $1K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.41 per kg, close to the world average of $0.45.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fluting paper (other types) imports to Kuwait
Kuwait imported $1.0 million of fluting paper (other types) in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from France (21%), Italy (21%), Spain (14%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+235% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $216K | 21% |
| Italy | $212K | 21% |
| Spain | $140K | 14% |
| Oman | $126K | 12% |
| Saudi Arabia | $125K | 12% |
| Netherlands | $102K | 10% |
| Indonesia | $70K | 6.9% |
| China | $11K | 1.1% |
| Portugal | $8K | 0.7% |
| India | $7K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kuwait?
The shipment records behind Kuwait fluting paper (other types) exports (HS 4805.19): 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 4805.19: Paper and paperboard: uncoated, fluting paper other than semi-chemical or straw, rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of fluting paper (other types) exported by Kuwait?
Kuwait exported fluting paper (other types) worth $14.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 36.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 37th of 105 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy fluting paper (other types) from Kuwait?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 99% of the value ($14.6 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (1%) and Qatar (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 buyer countries in total. Qatar grew fastest among the top ten, up 855% on the year.
What is the average export price of fluting paper (other types) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.41 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $0.45 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of fluting paper (other types) from Kuwait changed since 2017?
Exports went from $20.2 million in 2017 to $14.8 million in 2024, a fall of 27%. The peak was 2022 at $20.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.8 million a year.
Does Kuwait also import fluting paper (other types)?
Yes. Kuwait imported $1.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, Italy and Spain. On balance Kuwait is a net exporter of this product, by about $13.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for fluting paper (other types)?
The HS code for fluting paper (other types) is subheading 4805.19. 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 4805 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Kuwait. Tell us your product to see it live.
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